During the early hours of Tuesday, the social media was awash with news that talented singer, Korede Bello recently graduated from the Nigerian Institute of Journalism with a Distinction in Mass Communication (HND).
The talented Mavin act took to his Instagram page to confirm the news and shared his experience while in school.
Korede used the opportunity to inspire his fans to take education seriously regardless of fame or celebrity status. He admitted to the fact that sometimes finances could pose a threat but they should have faith that God will see them through.
He wrote:
“I initially didn’t want to post this for many reasons but I was wrong on all counts. I’d be doing millions of young people and my peers a disservice by not boldly putting it out there that impossibility is a myth; you can be Talented and Distinguished; Famous and Dignified; Celebrated and Educated; that you can be a MEGA SUPER STAR with a MEGA SUPER VISION.
For this, I am grateful to God.
The main reason I endured to the finish line was because I needed to push myself and also to be a light for a lot of young Nigerians who think you cannot be an established Artiste and still achieve academic excellence. I endured because #MyPeople needed a role model.
A few days before I got signed I was still looking for tuition fees, so I understand the experience that some of you go through. But just as HE came through for me, HE’ll come through for you.
No, it wasn’t easy but it was worth it. I was graced and I’m grateful.
And no, I didn’t buy my result but I paid for it through hard work, commitment and sacrifice (time and music). You can too. I believe in you, I believe in us #DistinguishedNigerianYouths”
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