Nollywood actress Debbie Shokoya has penned a heartfelt tribute to her parents, thanking them for instilling timeless values that have shaped her into the woman she is today.
In a deeply personal Instagram post, the movie star reflected on her journey of growth and resilience, attributing her strength, focus, and contentment to the solid foundation laid by her parents.
“My parents walked, so I could run. I am running, so my children can fly,” she wrote.
Debbie revealed that everything she has achieved was built from the ground up, “brick by brick,” and despite challenges along the way, her strong foundation has kept her grounded.
She highlighted the key values passed down to her—contentment, sincerity, hard work, faith in God, and staying focused on goals—as priceless lessons that have kept her unbothered by external pressures or competition.
“I move like I am perfect and not triggered about competition because I was taught the act of contentment from an early stage,” she said.
“Contentment is a gift. If you have it, you are blessed and wealthier than a rich man.”
Shokoya also prayed for her future as a mother, expressing her desire to pass on the same values to her children.
“I pray and hope that someday, my children will brag about how I trained them and positively impacted their lives. I pray my home will forever be a safe place for us.”
The post has resonated with many of her fans, who praised her for her humility, authenticity, and heartfelt tribute to her upbringing.
