Former Big Brother Naija housemate Ifu Ennada has opened up on her struggles with severe mental breakdown, amnesia and spiritual battles.
In an Instagram post, she revealed that she woke up on her birthday, July 23 with no memory of who she was, including family members.
Despite the challenges, Ifu stated that she remembered God and drew strength from her faith, citing specific Bible verses that helped her through the ordeal.
Ifu credited her mother, a prayer warrior, for providing spiritual support and medical help during the difficult time.
She also praised God for His mercy and intervention, stating that she has been fully restored to health.
Ifu expressed gratitude for God’s deliverance and plans to share her full testimony soon.
Ennada wrote: “Over the past one and a half years, I’ve faced D£@ th, amnesia, severe mental breakdown, and intense spiritual battles that shook my existence, but Jesus saved me from them all.
Everything I experienced could make a powerful script for a blockbuster movie. I mean, there were nights I literally thought I wouldn’t make it… but Jesus held me in His arms and carried me through.
“I have a lot to tell you, but let’s focus on the most recent battle that saw me endure a significant period of ill health that made me lose my memory.
“After what seemed like a recovery period from the illness (which was really a spiritual attack), on July 23 – my birthday this year, without any warning, I suddenly woke up with no memory of who I was. It was like an unexpected plot twist out of a thriller movie. It felt like I was on a strange planet where I had no past, knew no one, and had no purpose. I can’t even really explain it.
“Not only did I forget who I was, I forgot who my family members were. Even after I was shown pictures and videos of them, I just couldn’t remember them or anything. It was like my entire life before July 23, 2025, was wiped clean. My mother, a prayer warrior and a servant in God’s house was privy to the spiritual attacks I was experiencing, so she was always praying for me and she also got me medical help.
“I myself didn’t relent in prayer, although I was quite depressed because there were times I felt powerless. Considering my relationship with God felt strong, I didn’t fully understand why I was going through all that. I was moving from one battle to another, and it was exhausting, but I didn’t lose hope.
“It’s important to note that during the period I suffered amnesia, through the help of the Holy Spirit, I did not forget God. I remembered there was someone called “Holy Spirit”, Jesus and God. Then I remembered my name – Faith (the F in Ifu), and I remembered its definition in Hebrews 11:1. I also remembered Jesus’ words in John 16:33, and I prayed Psalms 91 and 35. Prior to the last illness and amnesia I, I believe through a dream I had, God revealed to me that I was about to face something scary.
“Prior to the last illness and amnesia, I believe through a dream, God had revealed to me that I was about to face something scary, but He comforted me through His Word in Nehemiah 6:9 NLT.
“My brothers and sisters in Christ, the story of what I passed through while I was away is very long, and what I have just shared with you is a small fraction of it, but my testimony is that God intervened, He showed me His great mercy, He healed me, and gave me a whole new meaning to Psalm 118:5. To the glory of His name, I am fully restored.
“Due to my past predicament, my business took a huge blow, but I believe God is relaunching it in a great way, and by faith, I believe we’re better and bigger than we ever were. Up until a few hours ago, I had no intention of sharing any of this… but after the last Hallelujah Challenge where Apostle Selman ministered, I felt the move of God and something said to me that I’ve been asking God for a variety of things, but I’ve not come to thank Him publicly for but I’ve not come to thank Him publicly for what He did for me.
“So, this is me thanking God (Yahweh) for fighting for me and not giving me over to the will of my enemies. As I continue to look to God for a number of things and also work on a relaunch for my businesses @beautifuennada @beautifuskin, I want you to know that those who trust in God shall never be put to shame. He’ll always save them. Romans 10: 11-13. Very soon, I’ll be back here to share my full testimony and show you all the things God has done for me. Praaaaaaaaaaaaaaaise the Lord Jesus! Hallelujah!!!”.
The former housemate’s post has sparked an outpouring of love and support from fans.
