A Nigerian lady has gone viral after pulling off a touching surprise by dressing like her best friend’s late mother on her convocation day
The emotional gesture was shared in a TikTok video and has since melted hearts on social media.
Honouring a Mother Who Couldn’t Be There
The lady, known as @holuwadekem on TikTok, revealed that her best friend lost her mother while in her third year at the university.
Knowing how much the graduate wished her mum could witness her big day, she decided to step in and make the moment unforgettable.
Dressing Like the Late Mum
To honour the memory of the late mother, she dressed in an outfit that looked just like what the woman would have worn.
She arrived at the school carrying a cake and even laid a wrapper on the ground for her friend to walk on, just as a proud mother would.
Emotional Reunion at the School Premises
The clip showed the graduate breaking down in tears the moment she spotted her friend dressed like her mother.
Overwhelmed, she rushed into her arms, holding her tightly in appreciation.
The caption on the video read: “My best friend lost her mum in 300 level and I know how much she would love her mum to be present at her convocation. Guess what? I dressed like her late mum to surprise her. Don’t pass this post without wishing my baby well.”
... quickly attracted comments from TikTok users who praised her thoughtfulness and the depth of their friendship.
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@holuwadekem Don’t pass this post without wishing my baby well 🙏 #dekem #viral #convocation #fypシ゚ #explore congratulations my baby @adfab_tresses_errands
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