A young NYSC corps member used her N77,000 allowance to start a thrift (Okrika) clothing business, sharing her journey on TikTok and urging support for her new venture.


A determined NYSC corps member has inspired many by using her N77,000 allowance to kickstart a thrift clothing business, popularly known as Okrika.
Excited to begin her National Youth Service Corps journey, the young woman announced the launch of her new venture on social media, encouraging Nigerians to support her budding brand.
In a video shared on TikTok, she documented the process—from purchasing the second-hand clothes to washing and preparing them for her future customers.
She captioned the post:
“POV: You stop procrastinating and start something small with your N77k allawee. Way Maker, please make a way for me. I’ve decided to begin. Please support my brand—we launch tomorrow!”
Her story is already resonating with many as a testament to resourcefulness, courage, and the power of starting small.
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