A Nigerian man has recreated a heartwarming graduation photo with his father, marking his significant achievement as he celebrates his university convocation.
The touching moment was shared on the popular video-sharing platform, TikTok, where the man posted a throwback photo from his childhood. The original picture showed him as a young boy wearing a graduation gown during his primary school graduation, standing beside his father, who appeared tall and proud in his suit.
Years later, the duo recreated the iconic photo, this time after the man graduated from Rivers State University with a degree in mathematics. The recreated image showed a remarkable switch in their body statures, with the young man now appearing taller and larger than his father, symbolizing growth and progress.
The post, captioned “Thank God for growth,” resonated with many social media users, sparking emotional reactions and heartfelt comments.
Reactions have poured in …
@3rik__1 remarked: “Why we Dey always tall pass our parent?”
@BAG VENDOR IN IJEBU ODE added: “Really the definition of ‘mo Fe ki awon Omo mi ga ju mi lo’ 🥰.”
@ONYIBO asked: “Your papa na police before?”
@DAVIDO’S wife 🥺❤️ commented: “Ur dad got younger 🥺❤️.”
@REAL DUNNI💫 wrote: “Una switch stature ni 😂💔 anyways Congrats 🎊❤️.”
@PRETTY ❤️💝 DIANA 🖇🔐💎 shared: “When everyone has a dad who stood by them 🥺 mine left me, went for another woman, forgetting he has a girl somewhere 😭😭😭. Big congratulations to you on your winning 🏆.”
@Ebimine000 expressed: “I must go school 😭😭 congratulations, more accolades to your belt.”
This inspiring story is a reminder of the growth and sacrifices shared by families as they celebrate milestones together.