Ninthgrid at Afro Optimism 2.0: Spreading Hope and Happiness
Exploring how Nigeria, despite its challenges, continues to embody joy and resilience, highlighted by NinthGrid's participation in the Afro Optimism 2.0 event.
In the latest edition of the World Happiness Report, Nigeria has been named the happiest country in Africa—a result that seems shocking to many of us. When you consider this statistic against the backdrop of the lived experiences of many Nigerians, it feels like a stark contrast.
Imagine waking up not knowing when your next meal will come or working tirelessly with little or nothing to show for it. Add to that the protests—a powerful reminder of the frustration we face day in and day out. It's easy to question how such a vibrant yet struggling environment could lead to such a high happiness ranking.
However, if you look closer, a different story unfolds. Amidst the economic turmoil and harsh living conditions, Nigerians know how to find joy, not in spite of the chaos but often because of it. We possess an unbreakable spirit, a sense of communal living that bonds us together and brings warmth and laughter even in difficult times.
This is something NinthGrid as a brand loves to associate with. Apart from providing Afrocentric stock images to creatives and businesses, NinthGrid loves to share in the moments of happiness and hope characterized by the Nigerian people. So when Afro Optimism—a brand known for creating events that help Nigerians destress, have fun, and be merry—reached out to us at NinthGrid for a partnership, it was a no-brainer.
This partnership was for an event named Afro Optimism 2.0, which was held on Sunday, July 21st, 2024. NinthGrid was on the ground to provide little pockets of optimism, hope, and goodwill to all attendees. The weather was perfect, making way for a very fun-filled event. Although it was scheduled to start at noon, it eventually began around 2:00 PM.
The event was packed with activities, including Coaching and Growth sessions, Breakout Therapy Sessions, Relationship Counseling, uninhibited dance and fun, massages, Chiropractic therapy, and much more. Our founder at NinthGrid, Francis Odeyemi, also made his presence known by delivering a talk during the Coaching and Growth sessions, which was a major highlight for us.
We had a stand with a table and chairs where we placed our roll-up banner and other merchandise. As attendees visited our stand, we introduced NinthGrid to them and shared our story. Many attendees deeply resonated with our mission and appreciated the good work we do. Not a single person left our stand without taking home some of the goodies we brought, which were all gone by the end of the event. We shared affirmation cards, stickers, books, and pens. The affirmation cards were especially popular, offering attendees another glimpse of hope that all would be well.
Other sponsors like Propertydey, Jaiye Bistro, Trendit, Creative Bloc, Choplyfe, and Mytherapist. ng also graced the occasion. There was plenty to eat and drink, and the MC kept the event memorable with fun games. Overall, the Afro Optimism event lived up to its name, spreading happy vibes, hope, and optimism to Nigerians.
The World Happiness Report might seem out of place considering the challenges we face daily as Nigerians, but it highlights a profound truth: Despite everything, Nigerians know how to enjoy life and share that enjoyment with others, turning adversity into a source of collective happiness.
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