A social media user has stirred intense debate online after declaring that any individual aged 24 years and above should already own a house, insisting that failing to do so reflects a lack of initiative and direction in life.
According to her, young adults who have not secured property by this age are not taking their responsibilities seriously and are missing critical opportunities to build wealth and stability. The post, shared on X (formerly Twitter), immediately garnered thousands of views, likes, and shares within a few hours of being published, signaling how polarizing the statement was among users.
She emphasised that adulthood inherently comes with the need for responsibility, financial independence, and tangible accomplishments. For her, owning a house by 24 represents discipline, foresight, and a serious approach to personal and professional growth. She suggested that young people should prioritize real estate acquisition as a foundational step toward long-term success and security.
Owning a car is non-negotiable
The social media influencer went further, asserting that by the age of 24, owning a personal vehicle is equally essential. According to her, mobility is a key indicator of progress and independence. Those who are still reliant on public transportation or family support are, in her view, not demonstrating sufficient initiative in life.
She argued that driving one’s own car is not merely a luxury but a fundamental marker of achievement and personal responsibility. For her, young adults who lack both a house and a car at this stage should urgently reconsider their strategies for success and take concrete actions to secure these basic milestones.
Importance of land and tangible assets
In addition to housing and vehicles, the poster stressed the significance of owning land or other tangible assets. She suggested that failing to accumulate any form of property by 24 is a sign of wasted potential and misplaced priorities. Her message encouraged young people to focus on creating value and establishing a secure foundation for their future. She advised that those who have not yet reached these milestones should “find something meaningful to do with their lives” without delay, implying that time and effort invested in building assets early would have lasting benefits.
Nigerians react with mixed opinions
The statement sparked a wide range of reactions across social media, reflecting deep divisions in public opinion. While some users supported her views, praising her emphasis on discipline and self-sufficiency, others criticised the statement as unrealistic and insensitive given the economic challenges many young Nigerians face, including high unemployment, inflation, and the high cost of living.
Responses included:
dokitawaa replied: “Pressure wey go make steal, get high blood pressure, and do crazy things resist it with all your might.”
ground responded: “Girl, you don’t have front hair.”
Sir_Kh asked: “At 24? When will you graduate, start working and make money to have all these things she is saying? Breastfeeding children for 1.5yrs is very good, it helps their brain and speech development.”
eazitechh observed: “The wisest has spoken. Coming from someone that’s probably still at her parents’ house.”
ifeanyimbakogu stated: “Just because you had a small push and got richer than your peer does not mean they are useless or not hustling. Success is more of luck than hard work.”
The viral post underscores the tension between aspirational advice and practical realities faced by young Nigerians, sparking an ongoing discussion on social expectations, financial independence, and the societal pressures on millennials to achieve early success.
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If you’re 24+ and you don’t have your own house, your own car or even have a land then you have to find something to do with your life — Lady pic.twitter.com/1c7prwAUor
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) September 26, 2025