Never been interested in Lagos big girl lifestyle – Actress, Nkechi Blessing

Nollywood actress Nkechi Blessing has spoken out against the pressure to identify with the "Lagos big girl" lifestyle and constantly share one's social media presence. In a recent Instagram post, she expressed her disinterest in associating with the self-proclaimed big girls of Lagos, emphasizing her focus on personal space, good food, and travel opportunities.

Nkechi questioned the notion that those who do not flaunt their lifestyle online are financially struggling, stating that she is content with her own way of living and has no desire to prove her financial status on social media. Using pidgin English, she wrote, "Na una want be friends with self-acclaimed Lagos big girls by force.

People wey be say na online aesthetic want wound them, the moment you go close, you go too pity them."

The actress, who identifies as a "Yankee broke girl," revealed that she does not aspire to the extravagant lifestyle associated with the so-called big girls in Lagos. Instead, she prioritizes maintaining her privacy while being ready to handle significant financial responsibilities when required. Nkechi highlighted that she is unconcerned about those who flaunt their wealth online, as she believes that displaying one's lifestyle has led to misconceptions about financial well-being.

She concluded by stating, "The pressure to belong to the so-called Lagos big girls can never be for someone like me who likes my space, but when matter of 100m to 200m sup we go chest am without flinching... Cus we no dey post lifestyle dem go call us broke."