“I Am Still Paying for My Losses” — ABSU Student Who Gave Her Boyfriend Her School Fees to Start a Business Speaks Out
A female student of Abia State University (ABSU) has shared a painful personal experience that has sparked widespread reactions online after she revealed that she gave her boyfriend her school fees to start a business, only for the venture — and the relationship — to collapse.
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What Happened
According to the student, she trusted her boyfriend deeply and believed in his business idea. In a bid to support him, she handed over her school fees, hoping the investment would yield quick returns that would benefit them both.
However, things took a different turn.
“I’m still paying for my losses,” she said, explaining that the business failed and her boyfriend was unable to refund the money as promised.
Academic Consequences
The student disclosed that the decision seriously affected her education, forcing her to:
- Struggle to raise money for tuition afterward
- Miss academic activities due to unpaid fees
- Endure emotional stress and embarrassment
She admitted that the experience has continued to haunt her, as she is still dealing with the financial and academic setbacks caused by the decision.
Emotional Impact
Beyond the financial loss, the student said the incident damaged her emotionally, noting that:
- The relationship eventually ended
- Trust became a major issue in her personal life
- She learned the hard way about mixing emotions with finances
Her story has resonated with many students who say similar situations are common on campuses but rarely discussed openly.
Mixed Reactions Online
Following her revelation, social media users have reacted differently:
- Some sympathized with her, describing her experience as a painful but valuable life lesson
- Others criticized the decision, warning students against entrusting academic funds to anyone, regardless of emotional attachment
- Many used the story to advise young people on financial boundaries in relationships
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A Lesson for Students
Education advocates have used the story to remind students that:
- School fees should never be risked, especially on unverified business ventures
- Financial decisions should be made with logic, not emotion
- Supporting a partner should never come at the expense of one’s future
Despite the hardship, the ABSU student says she has learned from the experience and hopes her story will serve as a warning to others.
“If sharing my story saves just one person from making the same mistake, then it’s worth it,” she added.
