A Nigerian woman has celebrated the arrival of her twin daughters after waiting 12 years to have children.
The woman, known as @Ogechicalista1 on X, shared photos from her pregnancy journey alongside an emotional account of the challenges she faced while hoping to become a mother.
She spoke about enduring years of tears, disappointment and shame while spending millions of naira on different remedies and treatments.
A painful journey comes to an end
The woman said she tried herbal concoctions and medical interventions in her search for a solution. She also described the emotional toll of repeatedly facing setbacks.
Her post reflected the pressure often placed on women who remain childless for years, including unwanted questions, unsolicited advice and hurtful judgement from those around them.
“12 yrs of shame has been broken,” she wrote.
She then announced the arrival of her two daughters, asking her followers to join her in thanking God.
“My 2 princesses is here, join us and thank God,” she added.
Twin daughters receive warm welcome
Her announcement quickly attracted attention on X, with many users congratulating her and celebrating the end of her long wait.
The story resonated with online audiences, including social media users in Kenya, because it highlighted the emotional, financial and social strain that can accompany a prolonged struggle to have children.
Rather than hiding the difficult years behind the celebratory news, the woman openly acknowledged the pain and sacrifices that preceded the birth of her twin girls.
Her post prompted an outpouring of support as users joined her in celebrating the new chapter in her life.
See the post below:
12 yrs of shame has been broken 💔
12 yrs of embarrassment 😳 tears n hiding my face in shame…..12yrs drinking cocotions, seeking for solutions 😭😭,12 yrs of spending millions….and today God has blessed us .
My 2 princesses is here,join us and thank God https://t.co/oXhVnrXPUo
— CallyGodstime ❣️. OGECHIKANMA❣️ ADA ngwa 🥰 (@ogechicalista1) September 24, 2026
