- On her Instagram page, Jasmine shared photos of her and her son in matching outfits, noting how she is 20 plus with a 10-year-old son.
- She stated that what felt like the biggest mistake of her life at the time had become her biggest blessing.
- She recalled how people told her to abort as she was young and it would affect her career, but she summoned the courage to carry it through full term.
Jasmine Okafor, the adopted daughter of late Nollywood actor John Okafor, has shared a heartfelt post about her experience as a teenage mother.
On her Instagram page, Jasmine shared photos of herself and her 10-year-old son in matching outfits.
She expressed her gratitude for the journey, stating that what initially felt like a mistake had become her biggest blessing.
Jasmine revealed that she was advised to abort her child due to her young age and potential impact on her career. However, she chose to continue with the pregnancy, crediting her mother for providing invaluable support.
In her words:
“Happy Birthday Son
Imagine being 20 Plus and having a son that’s 10! What felt like the biggest mistake of my life at the time, became my biggest blessing today! I was told to abort this child, that I was too young, that it would affect my career, and that I was a teenager; somehow, I managed to summon the courage to carry on! I don’t know how I did it, My mum she became his mum, oh my mum, I owe everything to you! Imagine raising a kid all by yourself and the father tells you he’s not ready for kids! And till now, it’s just me, my boy, my mum, and guess what? We have never lacked anything good! It’s been God! It’s been such a ride! Which is why, lately, I am open to adopting more kids! It’s an emotional day for me! Say No To Abortion! I Love You, Son! Happy Birthday”.