Nollywood actress Doris Ogala has revealed that she recently had a profound near-death experience, during which she believed she visited heaven before returning to life.
In an emotional Instagram post shared on Thursday, Ogala described being granted a second chance at life. She recounted finding herself in a serene and peaceful realm, free from earthly burdens—a place she said felt like heaven.
According to Vanguard, Ogala explained that in this otherworldly place, she was surrounded by beauty, gold coins, and attendants, and was treated like royalty. Though physically lifeless, she said she remained conscious in a different realm and experienced a calm unlike anything she had ever felt.
"I died a few days ago. I saw myself in heaven. Very peaceful. I didn’t want to come back. God said to me, ‘My child, go back. It’s not your turn yet,’" she wrote.
Ogala said she was sent back to life through a beautiful passage after a divine voice told her it wasn’t her time to die. She admitted that she hesitated to return, as the perfection and peace of the experience made her want to stay.
The revelation has drawn significant attention online. Many fans expressed gratitude that she survived and wished her continued good health and longevity. However, the story has also sparked some skepticism, with a few critics questioning her depiction of heaven, particularly the presence of servants.