An entrepreneur, Victoria Ikhumhen has advised young people to remain committed to their goals to excel in life.

She lamented how social media has negatively affected the attention span of many youths, warning that not everything portrayed online reflects reality.

Sharing her views during an interview, Ikhumhen, who is also a reality TV star, said her upbringing has helped shape her bold and expressive personality.

“I want young people to know that I represent every youth with big dreams who is still figuring things out but refuses to give up.

“Stay true to yourself. Don’t dim your light for anyone and trust that your journey is unfolding exactly as it should. I’m grateful for the love, and this is just the beginning,” she said.

Being an entertainer also, Ikhumhen, whose stage name is known as Toria, explained that creativity was fundamental to success in the entertainment industry.

She noted that her deep love for music and her interest in curating playlists across different genres were based on her mood.

She added that her passion for acting and scriptwriting had led her to feature in short films and commercial projects.

“Being in front of the camera feels natural to me because storytelling and expression have always lived inside me,” she said.

With the launch of her hair revamping brand, she said: “Styling hair started as something I enjoyed doing for fun, and over the years it developed into a skill I am proud to share professionally.

“For me, it’s about helping people feel confident, beautiful and refreshed. Nigerian youths have a lot to offer, but to excel, they must remain focused and avoid distractions that steal time and attention.”