Esther Raphael, the university graduate whose adult content recently went viral, says her career choice was a personal decision, not a result of Nigeria failing her.
When Esther Raphael’s explicit videos flooded social media, Nigerians were quick to conclude that she became a porn star because the system failed her. Many argued that the lack of job opportunities for graduates pushed her into adult content creation. But in a bold response, Esther—popularly known as Queen Diva or Didee—set the record straight: her decision was deliberate, and she stands by it.
“I Made a Choice, Not a Mistake”
In her own words:
“I am educated. I made a decision, and I stand by that decision. I studied Biochemistry, but I created a life that I wanted on my own terms. My choice wasn’t about lack. It was about freedom. It was about having control. Yes, about money, too. Because let’s be honest, I have bills.”
For Esther, her path was not a result of desperation but a conscious pursuit of independence and financial stability.
Her Background and Education
Esther hails from Akwa Ibom State and had a strict Christian upbringing. She attended Methodist Senior Science College, Oron, where she was the Assistant Senior Prefect, before moving on to study Biochemistry at the University of Uyo.
Like many graduates, she admits life after school was harder than expected:
“I graduated. And the funniest and craziest thing is that nobody prepares you for that. Life after university was just giving what I ordered is not what I got… Guys, nothing actually prepares you for how hard or how difficult life can be after university.”
The Journey from Graduate to Adult Content Creator
Her transition into adult content wasn’t immediate. After university, Esther moved between Abuja and Lagos, trying to figure out life. Initially based in Abuja, a heartbreak led her to relocate to Lagos for a fresh start.
“I had just gotten my heart broken. I just wanted to move to a new place and not like start afresh, but get over the heartbreak.”
What was supposed to be a two-week stay in Lagos turned into months, then a permanent move. Today, Esther operates mainly in Lekki Phase One, Lagos, combining her roles as a remote social media manager and full-time adult content creator.
Family and Friends’ Reaction
When her videos went viral, her family was shocked.
“It wasn’t a joke for my family. It took years for me to start talking to my parents,” she revealed.
She lost some friends but also gained supporters who respected her decision.
Breaking Stereotypes: Beauty, Brains, and Bold Choices
Esther isn’t hiding from criticism.
“I am not defending myself. I am saying my truth. I can be both soft and strong. I can be sexual, and I can also be smart.”
She sees herself as more than just an adult content creator. She is building a soft-care brand for women navigating their twenties, exploring skincare, beauty, and self-care.
So, Did Nigeria Fail Esther?
This question has sparked intense debate. On one hand, Esther admits that life after university was tough, which reflects Nigeria’s harsh realities for graduates. On the other hand, she strongly insists her choice was personal:
“My choice wasn’t about lack. It was about freedom… Nobody else knows my truth. Only me.”
Her story forces us to ask deeper questions:
Does Nigeria’s failing economy push graduates into unconventional careers?
Or are we witnessing a new wave of personal agency where women boldly choose their own paths?
Key Facts About Esther Raphael
- 25 years old, from Akwa Ibom State
- Strict Christian upbringing
- Studied Biochemistry at University of Uyo
- Former Assistant Senior Prefect in secondary school
- Relocated between Abuja and Lagos, now based in Lekki
- Works as a remote social media manager and adult content creator
- Runs a soft-care brand for women
Esther Raphael’s story is more than a viral scandal. It’s a conversation starter about agency, survival, and societal expectations in Nigeria. Whether you agree with her choices or not, one thing is clear: Esther owns her story—and she isn’t backing down.