Mr Macaroni says not seeking donations, simply wants folks to learn from his mistakes
By Jeph Ajobaju, Chief Copy Editor
Skit maker and rights activist Mr Macaroni (real name Adebowale Adedayo) has clarified that he is not seeking donations from members of the public to pay off his N500 million debt, despite admitting struggling to keep his head above water after falling prey to a scam and veering into a failed investment.
“I’m not accepting any help or donations. I shared the story majorly because I wanted people to learn from my mistakes”, he said.
Mr Macaroni recently disclosed his financial struggles, prompting an outpouring of support from colleagues, fans, and Nollywood types.
He admitted in social media posts to being burdened by debts of more than N500 million after falling victim to a scam and a failed investment between 2021 and 2022, coupled with financial recklessness and excessive generosity.
He also disclosed how the weight of his debts left him overwhelmed, made worse by betrayal from a close friend, but got lifted up by to overcome the hurdles through his faith and the support of loved ones.
Fellow activists and celebrities have taken to social media to pour sympathy on Mr Macaroni, even though they respect his non-acceptance of financial assistance, per collation by The PUNCH:
Rinu Oduala
“So sorry about this and I can attest to your financial kindness, not recklessness. Even in the midst of all these, you will still send money. May the love in our hearts be greater than all hate.”
Morris Monye
“Sorry about this. I used to share my pains too but I’m learning to hold it all in. God has given us all Grace to overcome challenges.”
Femi Adebayo
“Debo, God bless you for sharing. Your good heart came through for you my brother.”
Kehinde Bankole
“This is a high level of accountability. Leadership of our own lives. So sorry to hear all you went through. I say daily, ‘everyone is dealing with something.’ ‘
“May more financial, spiritual and mental healing continually lift you and all of us who may need it.”
Hypeman @do2dtun
“Vulnerability is a type of strength that breaks everything that decides to take advantage of your peace. You have opened up and you have just attained another level of growth.”
Theonlychigul
“Debo, we love you.”
Ejike Asiegbu
“It is well with you son, God got your back.
Broda Shaggi
“Like I said, we all will be tested. The secret of life is to fall seven times and to get up eight times.”
Aproko Doctor
“Bro. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.”
@iambisola
“It is well. May God continue to guide, guard and protect you. The best is yet to come.”
Olabimpe Ajetunmobi
“I’m grateful for your triumph! Your story inspires me to persist and cherish my life’s journey, even through difficulties.”
@Og_koded94
“God bless you for sharing. I am still in the same shoes. I pray God restores all our hope of a better life.”
Other celebrities Nollywood types who expressed sympathy for Mr Macaroni include Nosa Rex, Kaffy, Chioma Nwosu, Adunni Ade, Officer Woos, Sharonm Ooja, and Enioluwa Adeoluwa
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