According to a report by Punch Newspapers on Saturday, October 11, 2025, 23-year-old Amarachi John from Abia State has shared her heart-wrenching story of survival after a fatal road accident that claimed several lives and left her without both legs.
The young lady, who owns a small clothing shop, recounted how her life changed drastically after the tragedy and the emotional battle that followed.
Amarachi said, “Whenever my friends visited and I saw them walking, I would look at myself and cry. The pain was unbearable. At one point, before going to bed, I prayed for God to take my life in my sleep. When I woke up in the morning, I felt angry that I was still alive. I even muted some of my friends on WhatsApp because I couldn’t bear to see their pictures or videos showing them walking. I hated seeing people move freely while I couldn’t. I battled depression throughout last year.”
Her words paint a vivid picture of the emotional toll that accompanied her physical pain.
The trauma of losing her legs and the feeling of helplessness pushed her into isolation and deep sadness.
However, despite these struggles, Amarachi is gradually finding the strength to move forward.
Amarachi’s story reflects the resilience of the human spirit a journey from despair to determination and serves as an inspiration to others facing life’s toughest battles. See, More, Here>>>
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