"Take a Break, Find Yourself" — Omotola Sends Empowering Message to Young Ladies

Veteran Nollywood actress Omotola Jalade Ekeinde is calling on young women to take a much-needed break from social media and focus on building a deeper, more meaningful relationship with themselves.

In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Omotola responded to a message about a young lady feeling lost, using the opportunity to offer encouragement and wisdom.

“Darling, everyone blossoms at different times… You seem… You are different, but because you’re not ‘normal,’ you think it’s bad. No, it’s special. You are special.”

The actress, affectionately known as "Omosexy" by fans, urged young women to disconnect from the noisy distractions of social media, emphasizing the importance of finding hope, passion, and spiritual direction:

“Turn off social media—even I do it very often. Make sure you surround yourself with things that give you hope and joy… Try a personal relationship with Jesus. I promise you’ll find joy in your journey.”

💭 Opinion: A Wake-Up Call for the Scroll Generation

Omotola’s message couldn’t be more timely. In a world where likes and trends have become silent dictators, many young women are measuring their worth by filtered realities and online validation. The pressure is real—and it's crushing.

Her advice isn’t just motivational—it’s a healing directive. True confidence isn’t built through comparison but through self-discovery, purpose, and internal growth. Social media should be a tool, not a trap.

Let’s normalize logging off to level up.

🔍 Do you think social media is helping or hurting the self-esteem of today’s youth?