Tim Njiru, a former TV presenter, has shared his journey of overcoming financial struggles and achieving his lifelong dream of becoming a pilot.
Appearing on Radio Maisha on August 23, he recounted his experiences of falling into debt due to extravagant living and the transformative steps he took to regain control of his finances.
He candidly admitted to accumulating debts amounting to Ksh 3 million, primarily from acquiring two vehicles through bank financing.
However, faced with mounting debt, Njiru chose a path of self-evaluation and transformation that would not only help him repay his loans but also pave the way for his dream of becoming a pilot.
His journey towards financial recovery began with selling unnecessary possessions and downsizing his lifestyle.
“I had a huge TV, I sold it and started reading books. I sold the more expensive vehicle and moved to a smaller house.”
With these changes, the journalist not only managed to allocate funds towards debt repayment but also started saving for his pilot school.
He undertook various jobs, including selling dogs and working as a tour guide to clear his debts and achieve his dream.
Emphasizing that pilot school is paid by the hour, Tim Njiru diligently saved before embarking on his aviation training.
His financial transformation brought about newfound confidence and a disregard for societal opinions.
He highlighted the importance of prioritizing personal financial stability over the pressure to lead lavish lifestyles dictated by others.
Njiru’s journey didn’t end with his financial turnaround. Driven by an unwavering passion, he made the courageous decision to leave his successful media career behind and pursue his childhood dream of aviation.
Enrolling at the Flight Training Center, he dedicated himself to learning the skills necessary to become a pilot.
On May 9, 2019, Njiru achieved a pivotal milestone – flying solo, marked by the symbolic water tradition.
Holding a private flying license, he now aspires to further his aviation career.
