My Father’s Family Did Not Accept Me, I Was Not Allowed To Sleep Inside The Room–Nkwocha

Chinedu Nkwocha, popularly known as Loka Lawya, has opened up about the painful experiences he went through after losing his parents and eyesight, revealing how he was rejected by members of his father’s family.

According to a report by Punch Newspaper on Saturday, November 14, 2026, the University of Port Harcourt student recounted the difficult circumstances that characterised his early life, including abandonment, homelessness and discrimination.

Nkwocha explained that despite the challenges he faced, particularly the lack of support from his relatives, he eventually received kindness and encouragement from strangers. He also identified a Catholic nun as one of the people who played an important role in restoring his hope during his difficult moments.

Having endured several personal struggles, Nkwocha has continued to pursue his ambitions in the entertainment industry, establishing himself as a comedian and musician.

However, his journey to this point has not been without difficulties, as he experienced rejection and was forced to survive under harsh living conditions from an early age.

Recounting one of the most painful periods of his life, Nkwocha disclosed that he nearly lost his life during a flood while living in Surulere.

He further revealed that his father’s relatives refused to accommodate him properly, leaving him with no choice but to sleep outside the rooms in their apartment.

According to him, he had to spend his nights on a borrowed bench in the corridor of a face-me-I-face-you apartment, while his personal belongings were kept outside.

Describing the treatment he received from his father’s family, Nkwocha said, “In Surulere, I nearly drowned in a flood. My father’s family did not accept me, and I still do not know why. I was not allowed to sleep inside the room. Since it was a face-me-I-face-you apartment, I slept on a borrowed bench in the corridor every night, with my belongings kept outside.”

Despite the painful experiences, Nkwocha has continued to push forward with his career, drawing from the difficult moments of his childhood as he works towards achieving his dreams.

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