In an intimate and deep conversation with WithChude, Bunmi George, popularly known as Jbums opened her heart to share a story that is as raw as it is inspiring. The founder of Shredder Gang, one of Nigeria’s most influential health and wellness communities, Bunmi’s journey is one of pain, healing, and unwavering faith.
Overcoming Health Challenges
At just 19, Bunmi was battling a wave of debilitating health issues—obesity, diabetes, chronic fatigue, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But more than just the physical symptoms, it was the emotional weight she carried that nearly broke her.
She recalls a particularly embarrassing moment when, attending a wedding with her father, someone mistook her for his girlfriend. This incident, among others, highlighted the depth of her struggles.
But the breaking point came when she experienced non-stop bleeding for 127 days, a frightening health crisis she likened to the biblical woman with the issue of blood. It was this moment that forced her to confront her reality and begin a journey that would change everything.
In 14 months, she lost 55kg. But what she gained in faith, purpose, and identity would become the foundation for a movement that has touched thousands.
Coping with Personal Loss
Bunmi’s story isn’t just about weight loss, it’s about heartbreak and survival.
She opened up about a season of deep personal grief where she lost her brother, father, and spiritual leader within a short span of time. “It was like losing the pillars of my life one by one,” she said. Each loss came with its own grief and together, they tested the core of who she was.
Still, she found her way back. Through faith, therapy, and community, Bunmi picked up the pieces.
“God is good, regardless of my circumstances,” she said, “and He doesn’t change who He is based on what I go through.”
Empowering Others Through Shredder Gang
Fueled by her transformation, Bunmi founded Shredder Gang, a wellness brand that goes beyond weight loss. Her mission: to help others heal from the inside out.
What makes Shredder Gang different is its holistic approach. It’s not just about body goals, it’s about healing hearts, renewing minds, and walking with God. It’s a safe space for people navigating weight loss, self-worth, and spiritual health all at once.
Her journey has inspired a growing community to embrace wellness body, mind, and spirit.
Faith At The Center
Throughout her story, one thing remains clear: Bunmi’s faith is her anchor. It was her walk with God that gave her strength on the days she couldn’t stand on her own.
“When I found God, I found myself,” she said quietly, and powerfully.
Her relationship with Christ gave her the courage to rise from pain and pour into others, through her words, her platform, and her presence.
A Message of Hope
Bunmi George’s conversation with Chude Jideonwo is not just an interview, it’s a healing experience. Her vulnerability, strength, and honesty offer hope to anyone in the trenches, whether it’s with their health, grief, or sense of self.
Her life is a testimony that with faith, intentionality, and a little support, we can survive the darkest valleys and even thrive beyond them.
Watch the full interview below:
