NIGERIA: Mary Njoku Urges Women To Prioritize Personal Growth Over Cosmetic Surgery

By Ameenat Hamzat, Lagos, Nigeria

Nollywood actress Mary Njoku has encouraged women to focus on developing their skills and intellect rather than prioritizing cosmetic enhancements such as Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery.

The actress shared this In a post shared on her Instagram page on Friday, emphasizing that beauty is no longer exclusive, as financial resources can easily transform one’s appearance.

Njoku further cautioned that while physical enhancements may be appealing, they should not come at the expense of intellectual and personal growth.

She wrote: “But here’s the thing: Beauty isn’t rare anymore. It’s not a big deal to be beautiful. Anyone with money can alter their look. What will truly make you stand out is your mind. Develop your brain. Invest in your skills. Build your knowledge. While you can buy a new body, you can’t buy a new brain. BBL is basically buy one, get one free.

“You can’t alter your brain, but you can develop it. So while you’re busy getting a nose job and buying new boobs, make sure you set aside some budget for your personal growth. Because a BBL without a brain? That’s a disaster waiting to happen. SUBSTANCE over SURFACE.”