for the past two years, this account has been dedicated to one thing—advocating for Universal Basic Income (UBI). Every single day posted about it, raising awareness, sharing evidence, and building a case; Why UBI is not just a policy but a necessity! But last week, I stopped My last post was on a Tuesday, and then... nothing. I hit a wall. truth is, I was exhausted—tired of the constant pushback, tired of hearing the same arguments from critics who dismiss UBI without ever fully understanding its potential. On top of that, my projects—the ones I had hoped would take off and bring change—weren’t getting off the ground. The support I needed to bring those ideas to life wasn’t coming. It left me questioning myself: Why am I doing this? Who am I doing this for? So, I took a step back. I reflected on my journey, and it became clear that my advocacy for UBI is personal. Very personal. You see, I’ve lived both sides of the economic spectrum. There was a time when I had financial security: a steady banking job, good healthcare, a pension, and all the trappings of a “successful” life. I could afford the basics and more—life was stable, predictable, and safe. But then, in a matter of a few years, everything changed. I lost it all. Suddenly, I couldn’t make rent or pay for upkeep. I had no choice but to move back in with my parents just to survive. It was a humbling experience, one that stripped me of the independence and security I had taken for granted. But I fought back. Through sheer will, determination and focus, I rebuilt my life. I now have a home, a business, and the ability to provide for my family. Yet that period of struggle left a mark on me—one I can’t shake. That’s where my answer came from. I don’t advocate for UBI for recognition or profit. I advocate because I’ve been there. I know what it feels like to be on the edge, to lose everything, and to feel like you have no control over your own life. I understand how helpless it feels when financial hardship robs you of your dignity and your hope. What saved me was the support of my family and friends—a safety net that too many people don’t have. Not everyone has someone to lean on when times get tough. What about the single mother raising three kids with no one to help her? What about the father who works all day but still can’t afford to send his kids to school? What about the young person forced into a cycle of underemployment and debt, unsure if they’ll ever break free? They need a lifeline, too. That’s what UBI is—a lifeline. It’s a guaranteed income, a foundation that ensures everyone has access to the basics—food, shelter, healthcare—regardless of their circumstances. We live in a world of abundance, yet our systems are designed to keep people trapped in poverty. Our social and economic structures have created barriers that prevent people from reaching their full potential. It’s broken, and it’s unfair. Too many people are living on the edge, just one crisis away from losing everything. The statistics tell the story. In Africa, we’ve seen how millions of people live in extreme poverty, despite the continent’s vast resources. Colonialism, exploitation, and ongoing economic inequalities have left a deep legacy that’s hard to overcome. The Global South, in particular, has been locked in a system that benefits the wealthy few while the majority struggle to make ends meet. It’s a system that perpetuates poverty, instability, and inequality, and it’s one of the reasons I’ve dedicated myself to finding solutions like UBI. That’s why I founded the Ootu Fund. Its mission is simple—free human potential by providing a reliable financial safety net through UBI. This isn’t just about charity; it’s about justice. It’s about recognizing that every person deserves a chance to live with dignity, to have access to basic needs, and to pursue their dreams without the constant threat of financial ruin hanging over their heads. UBI has already proven its power in different parts of the world. We’ve seen it in small-scale pilots in Africa, Europe and even the US, where giving people a basic income has improved well-being, reduced poverty, and even sparked entrepreneurship. When people don’t have to worry about their next meal or paying rent, they have the freedom to think bigger—to innovate, to learn, to contribute more meaningfully to society. UBI isn’t just about alleviating poverty; it’s about unlocking human potential. It’s about creating a world where no one has to live in fear of economic collapse, where everyone has the opportunity to build a better future for themselves and their families. And more than that, it’s about creating a more stable and happier society. Poverty breeds desperation, and desperation breeds conflict. By investing in people, we invest in a future of equality, peace, and prosperity. When you’ve been in the trenches, you realize how critical it is to have systems in place that support people, especially during tough times. I’ve experienced both financial security and hardship firsthand, and that’s why I’m more committed than ever to advocating for UBI. So, yes, I took a break. But I’m back—more determined than ever to fight for UBI. Because this is not just an idea. It’s not a utopian dream. It’s a necessity. It’s a lifeline that can change lives, including mine, yours, and countless others around the world. UBI isn’t just about money—it’s about dignity, it’s about opportunity, and it’s about hope. It’s the best investment we can make, not just for a lucky few but for everyone.