My name is Rita Ofili . I am the first wheelchair model in Nigeria , a motivational speaker , an actor , a disability activist and a counselor . I am a survivor . I am a social entrepreneur and advocate for people living with disabilities in Nigeria .
I was born and raised in Ibusa Oshmili North local government area of Delta State , Nigeria . We are a family of 11 , my parents Mr . and Mrs . Nkemcho , Asika Ofili , my eight siblings , and myself . When I was 8 , I was briefly ill and taken to the hospital . There I was given an injection that left me paralyzed .
I have survived and conquered my disability , and I choose to dedicate my life to sharing messages of hope , ability , faith , and above all , encouragement so that others will believe in themselves .
Despite the great tragedy I endured , I never lost sight of my dreams , plans , goals and life ’ s purpose on earth .
I attended Santa Maria private school in Ibusa , the Federal Government Girls College in Ibusa and the University of
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