“After a bizarre tale of rejection and viral social media demands, the 33-year-old returns to the US following months in Karachi.”
February 5, 2025: An American woman, Onijah Andrew Robinson, 33, who traveled to Pakistan last October to marry a 19-year-old local man, Nidal Ahmed Memon, is finally returning to the United States. Her unusual journey from New York to Karachi ended in heartbreak and created a sensational story that captivated audiences worldwide.
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Robinson claimed to have met Memon online and arrived in Karachi with hopes of marriage. However, upon arrival, Memon reportedly rejected her, stating that his family would not approve of the relationship. Stranded in Karachi, Robinson found herself in a precarious situation as her tourist visa expired.
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She allegedly camped outside Memon’s house, only to discover that his family had vacated the premises. Her plight caught widespread attention when she began posting demands on social media, particularly on TikTok, where she became a viral sensation.
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During a press conference at the Chhipa Welfare Organisation, Robinson demanded $100,000 from the Pakistani government, claiming she needed $20,000 immediately and additional weekly allowances to stay in the country.
Despite offers of assistance from NGOs, including a return ticket and financial aid, Robinson initially refused to leave Pakistan, even claiming she had married Memon online and planned to move to Dubai with him.
Her situation drew further scrutiny after a man identifying himself as her son, Jeremiah Robinson, revealed to Pakistani media that she suffers from a “mental bipolar disorder.”
After months of media coverage and viral social media posts, Robinson has now returned to the US, concluding a saga that mixed personal drama with public spectacle.
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