Phyna Reveals the Meaning Behind Her First Tattoo, Shares Emotional Journey
Phyna, the winner of Big Brother Naija season seven, has officially joined the list of celebrities with tattoos. The reality TV star and actress, whose full name is Ijeoma Josephina Otabor, recently got her first tattoo and shared the entire experience with her fans on social media.
In a video posted on her Instagram, Phyna showed off the process of getting the tattoo, expressing her excitement and satisfaction. The tattoo, a phoenix design on her back, is not just a piece of art for her; it holds deep personal significance. In her lengthy caption, Phyna revealed that the tattoo symbolizes her journey of resilience, strength, and transformation.
She explained that the phoenix represents how she has faced life’s challenges, endured pain, and risen stronger each time. Phyna described the design as a reflection of the fire she has walked through and the wings she has earned through perseverance. She wrote, “This phoenix on my back isn’t just ink; it’s a testament to my journey. It symbolizes resilience, strength, and transformation—the fire I walked through and the wings I earned. Life tried to break me, but like the phoenix, I chose to rise, to rebuild, and to soar higher than before.”
Phyna’s emotional words continued, emphasizing that the tattoo reminds her that no matter how many setbacks she faces, she can always rise again, becoming stronger, wiser, and more powerful each time.
The post sparked various reactions from her followers. Some expressed admiration for her resilience, while others humorously pointed out that Phyna appeared to sleep through the entire tattoo process. One fan joked, “PHYNA even slept during the process 😂😂,” while another commented, “You legit slept😂❤️.” Many others supported her by sending good wishes for her new chapter of life.
Phyna’s tattoo comes at a time when the reality star has faced some public drama, including being recently asked to leave a restaurant over her dress. Despite this, Phyna remains determined to live her truth and continue sharing her journey with her fans.
In addition to the tattoo, Phyna had previously responded to men’s comments about women making extravagant demands. She turned the conversation around, pointing out that some men also make similar demands from women, igniting further debate online.
