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In an eye-opening conversation with former footballer Rio Ferdinand, Mikel Obi bravely addresses the prevalent issue of entitlement mentality within African families once a member achieves financial success. Obi candidly shares his personal experiences, revealing the shocking extent to which family members can become financially demanding and resort to threats, even threatening to tarnish one's image in the media if financial assistance is not continued.
Mikel emphasizes the cultural expectation that one's success is communal, often resulting in overwhelming financial responsibilities for extended family members. This revelation sheds light on the complexities and challenges faced by individuals navigating newfound wealth and family dynamics in African societies.
Watch the revealing video for Mikel Obi's full account