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Nigeria: Why I Stopped Trying to Quit Smoking - Omah Lay

[Vanguard] Nigerian singer Omah Lay has opened up about his smoking habit, saying he no longer forces himself to quit after previous attempts to stop proved unsuccessful.

Nigerian musician Omah Lay has shared his personal journey with smoking in a recent interview. He revealed that he no longer attempts to quit smoking, as previous efforts had proven unsuccessful. During his conversation on the Zach Sang Show, the singer expressed his love for smoking and admitted that he had tried to stop multiple times but could not sustain the change.

Omah Lay clarified that he has ceased striving to quit, stating that his perspective on life played a role in his decision. He noted, "Life is one, I am going to just die one day. We are all going to die one day." The 38-year-old added that he wants to live without constantly battling himself over the habit and wants to find peace in smoking.

Omah Lay also discussed the social and legal implications of marijuana use in Nigeria, pointing out that young people who smoke often feel criminalized due to its illegal status. He described the sensation of smoking as "artificial happiness" but stressed that he has accepted his lifestyle and will enjoy every aspect of it.

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