Ebuka Obi-Uchendu Reveals: “I Smoked For 13 Years Starting From JSS 3

Speaking during a recent episode of the MENtality podcast alongside Banky W and Aproko Doctor, Ebuka disclosed that he began smoking while in junior secondary school and continued well into adulthood.

According to reports gathered by IReporter Online, the media personality said his addiction became more severe during his university days, where he consumed as many as two packs of cigarettes daily. He explained that overcoming the habit required conscious and deliberate effort, stressing the importance of self-awareness in breaking destructive patterns.

During the discussion, Banky W also shared his personal experience with addiction, revealing that he once struggled with pornography after attempting to avoid promiscuity. He admitted that what initially seemed like a safer alternative eventually became another unhealthy habit.

Reacting to the conversation, Ebuka noted that many individuals unknowingly replace one addiction with another while trying to escape harmful behaviors, emphasizing the need for proper self-control and emotional healing.

Adding a medical perspective, Aproko Doctor explained that addictions often develop as coping mechanisms for pain, emotional stress, or difficult life experiences. He stated that human behavior is largely influenced by the desire to avoid pain and seek pleasure, making substance abuse and compulsive habits common responses to unresolved emotional struggles.

The trio ultimately highlighted self-regulation, intentional living, and increased self-awareness as essential steps toward overcoming addiction and maintaining healthier lifestyles.