Lagos rice seller in tears as he achieves dream of becoming an international model

Former rice seller Matthew from Lagos, Nigeria, has risen to fame as an international model after being discovered by an agency.

Through rigorous training, he quickly became a top star in the industry.

A TikTok video shared by @LawModelsAfrica showcased his journey from selling rice on the streets to becoming a model, evoking an emotional response from viewers.

The video was captioned: “From selling rice on the island to international model.”

The inspiring video received an overwhelming response from the TikTok community.

@omo said: “Awwwwww. Congratulations bro. More of it in Jesus name. Lord remember me too and my loved ones. Go and excel bro.”

@ThisisChris said: “It’s never too late. It will surely happen. Better days is here already.”

@shining star TINA added: “Thank go he found his career. No go paper with old oyibo. Remember you special wish u all the best young man. May God bless.”

@dayo said: “So happy for him, Matthew gonna walk all the show. Matthewparisfashionweek.”

@samaddy00 said: “This is d guy selling food at agungi ajaran lekki bus stop, my gee. God bless ur new transformation.”

@Arab currency wrote: “Chai I wish him grace because abroad no be child’s play, if you have traveled before or you are currently outside you will understand what am saying.”

@Gloria Ogechukwu said: “Ohh God remember me and my family. This is what I need so I can take care of my mummy.”