Nigerian Skit Maker Mark Angel speaks on losing $3.7 million to forex trading
Nigerian skit maker Mark Angel recently disclosed that he lost $3.7 million in forex trading, describing 2024 as the most challenging year of his life. In an emotional Instagram post, he recounted how this loss led to severe financial distress, including losing properties to loan sharks and contemplating suicide.
He credited his survival to the support of family and friends, who helped him navigate this dark period. Mark emphasized the lessons learned about resilience, faith, and the importance of genuine relationships during adversity
The famous skit creator detailed the devastating financial setbacks he faced in 2024, including the loss of $3.7 million to forex trading and the repossession of his properties by loan sharks.
Sharing his experience in a heartfelt Instagram post on Sunday, the comedian described the year as one of profound loss and transformation.
“The year 2024 started like any other, filled with plans and expectations. Little did I know it would turn out to be the most challenging year of my life,” Mark Angel wrote. “I made a grave mistake by placing my trust in the wrong hands in forex trading. The result? Everything I had worked so hard for vanished.”
He explained how the massive financial loss spiralled into further complications, leaving him overwhelmed by debts and stripped of his assets. “Losing over $3.7 million was suffocating. Debt piled up, and one by one, my properties were taken by loan sharks. It felt as though my entire world was falling apart. At my lowest point, I even considered giving up on life,” he revealed.
Despite the hardships, Mark Angel credited his survival to the unwavering support of a few individuals and his faith in God. “God’s mercy was my saving grace. At a time when I had nothing left, He sent angels to uplift me,” he said. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to his family and close allies, including his ex-wife Mandy, his children Victoria and Mila, and a close friend, Blessing, who stood by him when others disappeared.
“My daughters reminded me of life’s beauty when it seemed unbearable. My son showed incredible strength for his age, and my ex-wife extended a kindness I will never forget. My pastor and his wife guided and prayed with me, while Bright, my social media assistant, became a rock of support during my darkest days.”
