“Shola, come back home… you’re just 22” — Father comforts son struggling after NYSC

A touching moment between a father and his son has sparked emotional reactions online after a bus passenger shared what they overheard during a phone conversation.

According to the witness, the incident happened while commuting on public transport when a man sitting nearby received a call from his son who sounded deeply frustrated about life after completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

The young man was reportedly lamenting about the difficulties he had been facing since finishing his service year.

Son expresses frustration after nysc

The passenger said the young man sounded overwhelmed as he spoke about the challenges of finding stability after NYSC. Like many Nigerian graduates, he appeared worried about the uncertainty surrounding his future.

As the conversation continued, the father listened quietly before offering a calm response that caught the attention of those nearby.

Father offers reassurance

In a gentle tone, the father told his son not to feel pressured about his situation.

“Shola, come back home. I didn’t send you out of my house, you chose to stay out. Come back home and let’s replan. You’re just 22,” the father reportedly said.

The words were described as calm, reassuring, and filled with understanding.

Moment moves passenger to tears

The bus passenger who overheard the conversation said the exchange nearly brought them to tears, noting how comforting the father’s response sounded.

The story has since resonated with many people online, with some praising the father for showing empathy and reminding young people that life setbacks can be addressed with support and proper planning.

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