Reading through the comments, I think the issue of relocating and how it affects you is intrinsically unique to people's experiences. One person may relocate and it will turn out to be the best decision of their lives, another person will relocate back home and their experience will be a nightmare. However, I left Nigeria some years ago and I absolutely have no regrets, I will only wish to visit from time to time but to live there? Never!!
This same mentality of people in the United States. everybody wants to impress by looking wealthy and healthy. Also The United States is full of greedy people ripping you off and scamming. You don't see it in the wealthy communities and big corporate companies because they legalize their scams and stealings through paperwork making their stealings legal in the general public eye so you want notice it. In America, poor people steal by burglary and robbery. Companies steal from you with high interest rate, high percentage rates, late fees, fake warranty deals, useless deposits, prorate fees, miscellaneous fee, administration fees and more. The City steals from you with Street taxes, electric bill tax, water and gas tax. Phone and internet taxes. property taxes, car tax, DMV fees, income taxes, merchandise taxes. Property taxes. The government steals from you by taxing you two or three times more of your yearly earned income. This is why people in poor countries don't understand how people in United States can be so poor and broke living in a rich country.
The grass is always greener huh? I moved back to Jamaica after many years. I lived in NY for almost 30 years. I don't miss the cold, the filth, the high rent, etc. I lost a tooth because NY water has high levels of arsenic and lead (PFAs present in practically all water in America including bottled regardless of filtering it). Fortunately, I'm one of the people who are very sensitive to it or I would never have known. A cousin who visited me every year did so at the sacrifice of all his hair. He too was affected by it and his hair would drop out after every visit! I do not work here but can't imagine how people survive on so little. I came back with resources to invest in the country. It hasn't been easy and some days I want to pull my hair out but I travel a lot and keep to myself. It saddens me how the place has changed but everywhere in the world has it's issues, I reckon. For me living in systematic racism, the excessive cost of living, the fake food and being subjected to drinking water that would've eventually destroyed my kidneys, wasn't something I wanted to do anymore. While Jamaica has it's issues, I don't regret coming back. Small doses help me to stomach what I can't handle but overall I'm happy with my decision.
So sorry NY or US was a bad experience for you. It is not like that in every state. A lot of people are moving out of NY anyway. You should have tried the south - even the food is better. Come back and visit. 😊
What these people don't understand is the world in general is getting worse. You should see what homelessness is like out here in Los Angeles. First mistake you made was moving back to Africa to look for a job instead of moving to create the job(s).
Came back in 2015, the year before recession hit Nigeria in 2016. My regret? Not moving to Nigeria earlier. Nigeria forced me to introspect and start my own gig instead of slaving to make others rich. MOVING TO NIGERIA HAS BEEN THE BEST DECISION IN MY LIFE!! But to each their own. Life is not a homogeneous experience. Good luck with whatever you end up doing.
You’re right, many people come back and wish they came back earlier date deals everyone different hands. I’m still grateful for the nigerian experience though. Wouldn’t trade it for anything
I mean the person who said they wished they didnt come back earlier. Lotachi said it the way it really is. Any opinion Contrary to what Lotachi said is not the truth.
The Europe, USA and the whole western world has dramatically changed. Way more than is apparent from the surface. Keep your family close, get closer to the God of heaven. Every other thing is a mirage, and the western world, as we knew it, a memory.
Someone gets it and you nailed it hun USA gone be just that a memory! Yup it’s totalitarian right now the last lockdown gone make way for the antichrist.
I moved to Nigeria around 10 years ago and I am so happy that I did. I think I have had so many opportunities that I wouldn't have had in the UK. I have been able to get some very good jobs. I'm starting a side business. I feel life is what you make it. Nigeria is so full of opportunities if you are able to tap into them
I feel the same way about moving back to Jamaica from the UK 4 years ago. Probably my biggest mistake to date. Everything mentioned in the video is exactly the same here and more. The nepotism, the profiling and keeping up appearances while dying daily, the scamming, the lack of security especially for women, the need to be aggressive and a bully to get anywhere or get anything done, the lackadaisical approach to everything, the daily reinvention of the wheel, the working to death to barely survive, the garbage everywhere, the exorbitant inflation rate and the crap salaries, the hustle mentality (and not in a good healthy way). It seems like this is the definition of third world living.
Wow!! I honestly thought Nigeria had it the worst compared to other countries … but so many similarities you point out here. You’re right, it’s a 3rd world thin
I’m Jamaican and living in china and yea I feel the same. I can’t imagine going back home to live, granted I grew up with a little privilege but I’ve experienced more of the world and don’t wanna go back 😢
@@SherrainePhillips 💯💯💯💯 Going back to any Country you have left for years. Big mistake people think there Saviour have arrived they can make your life hell Want, want, crime always stress been rob live like you are always in jail Bars on houses like prison.
I love your honesty! I’ve always thought that the reasons why our countries is suffering has something to do with us also. Please let me explain from before time our elders been traveling abroad and not investing back into our country. We feel the need to go into these foreign countries to survive. I believe if we were going aboard while investing back into our countries we will be well off. This is coming From a Jamaican living aboard currently trying to practice what I preach lol If we went aboard while investing in our own country we could have created jobs! I’m only 20 but I’ve learn that everything is up to us. The government’s are no good even aboard. I think we have the opportunity to make good we should. Stop building these counties up and leaving your home behind. Everywhere has scammers and thieves but at least we should still create the jobs for everybody who wants it. Our countries is suffering because we have elders that went aboard and abandon their country then wonder why nothing is good there. We have to think smart. We have to stay as one. We have to try our best to do the little we can. I enjoyed your video. Your very pretty!
Nigeria is a country best loved from a distance. I escaped 35 years ago and I have no regrets. Whenever I go home (yes I still call it home) 😊 I’m excited. But I’m always disappointed that things are worse than the last time. You won’t believe there was a time I didn’t want to ‘go abroad’ until the country showed me. My only miss is that my children are not experiencing the Nigerian culture the way I did when I was young. We are making do with the UK version of Naija culture. Having said that, I wonder whether the Nigeria of my youth exists anymore? 😢
The fact that you used the word ‘escaped’ 😂. But I feel you though. For me, I will really love to stay back in Nigeria and live here but the situation of things here just keep getting so bad … everyone is having a rethink
It been 4years that I moved back to Nigeria from Germany and I’m so excited that I made that decision 🥰 moving back to a Country without a Solid Plan will/might render one Useless or Regret. My Best Decision so far was moving back but I think different strokes for diff folks #allthebest
Everything this lady has talked about in her video is nothing but the truth. Although, some of us may not like it, and some that are doing very well in Nigeria may downplay her comments. Believe me, she got it right. I have gone thru that route in the past, and I am so glad I checked out of there on time.
The “idea” of going back is Always romanticized by the mind. Disappointing when reality crashes in and we are faced with the reasons we left in the first place However as my Grandma reels is “sometimes life takes us back to show us how far we have come and give us more appreciation for what we have” Stay sweet pretty lady :)
Currently watching your video and I must say I agree with everything you’ve said. I moved back for less than two years after school and I had the fear of getting stuck in Nigeria because I did not see myself succeeding there because of the career plans I have. I am happy, glad and privileged to have another opportunity to leave Nigeria again. You are so beautiful and you just gained a new subscriber.
Thanks for your honesty. I think you can observe most of what you say in other developing nations, including Ghana where I come from. However we mustn't give up... Nigeria and Africa are worth fighting for and they need you and I to do our bit. Africa is a land of opportunities and one day we will get our act together and rise.
Great video! Your transparency is very much appreciated. Some of my family members are Nigerian. And you're right, they know how to enjoy life, believe in a higher power, and are always optimistic of the future. I love the different cultures, languages, and food. They may be economically poor, but they are culturally, spiritually, and socially rich. If the government could just do right by the people and focus on improving their quality of life (not just for the rich), by increasing the Middle Class and improving it's infrastructure, Nigeria would be a nation to reckon with on the world stage.
@@LotachiVanessa yes we can all see that. I just don't know how they do it. It's such a sad situation. When ever my mom visits Nigeria she never has any good thing to say about it. She has said she will never go back to visit because there is no point. My dear try and return to the UK. No matter what, you will get your permit. Sending you love and thanks for your honesty.x
Thank you for this.I am not alone in this struggle all the way in Uganda. I wish I stayed in the UK after my studies..5yrs now lost here. I'm dying of laughter when you talk about performing and madness..now I understand why Nigerians I met were usually shouting about something, It is needed for survival there.
When I saw the caption, I thought it’s coming form a us or Uk citizen, if you regret everyday, why don’t u go back, I guess it’s cos you don’t have a stay there, love your country and portray it in a positive light always. Nigeria is not the worst country in the world, we can do better.
My problem with Nigeria is the total disregard for law and order.... the fact that there's little or no enforcement of basic human rights for the ordinary citizens makes me MAD.... the Economy is debatable. With sustainable resources, growth, and the resilience that we are born with, one can make it ... but, no thanks. Hope things turn for the better for you
It can be tough to succeed.....in every country. There must be a spirit of struggle in you and a dependence on a higher power to power you through. Do not think you can make it on your own, it will never happen, as there are forces that have dominion in most territories including ancestral and generational forces you will have to contend with, and you must choose how you want to respond, light or darkness. You will have to quietly fight your way through, and this applies in any country. Some things are easier in Western countries (light, water, food, roads, some jobs), but then the racism and prejudice is there, which can be limiting and could be compared to the nepotism in Nigeria.
I disagree with this. To add to all the problems, we have tribalism here in Nigeria which is almost the same as racism. At least you know who to steer away from in the West. Here it's people who look like you that discriminate against you
I'm from Namibia. I visited Nigeria out of curiosity 10 years ago. I'm sorry to say that when I left, unless we have good governance, I lost all hope for Africa in our lifetime.
Omo! That skill of shouting AKA 'Craze' you will suddenly find out it's an innate ability in you 😅 Lagos will show you the 'you' you never knew was there. I love love love Naija, it's safer to be loving her from a distance.
A lot of people has relocated and are very happy they did . If it didnt favour you doesnt mean its a bad idea. Many were struggling in the diasporia but came back to nigeria and are now a success .
To think im tired of staying abroad and seriously thinking about finally moving home soon if not for insecurity. Abroad no friends, missing street food, racism here worse after covid economic meltdown etc
Wow... my dear it’s good to consider coming back but with prayers because I won’t lie... it gets scary here sometimes. But see the cruise part, the fun part , for this country everything na cruise that’s why I love it here. I can’t stand being lonely or depressed in a foreign land
Ieave the busy where you're because no racism anywhere, friends in Nigeria you will still get scared of been killed, black people never dey ok for their lives. Where people racism reach black people you go fight neighbours fight in market fight in buses l mean everywhere.
The constant fear in Nigeria is the worse part, when I visit Naija last, it's one thing or the other, constantly watching out for any strange movement. If not for insecurity and terrible massive corruption and irritating ignorance, Naija is the place to be.
@@xixtrey8148 .absolutely, it’s so unfortunate , if not for those exact reasons you mentioned, I will have love to come home or at least spend more time at home. But I love my life , I have worked so hard to build up wealth , I don’t need the stress of insecurity, fear , constantly worried for my safety, it’s hard to trust your gateman , your house help can be a danger to you , your driver can equally be your enemy, even some of your family can be equally dangerous, even you avoid all those. then there is the area boys, the armed robbers, the kidnappers. Street robbery. Then the fraudsters who want to dupe you. The list goes on
God bless you for this video. One of the greatest mistakes I made in life was moving back to Nigeria in 2014, after living in Europe for about 7 years. I invested so much money in the trucking and fish farm business and basically lost it all. Once Buhari got into government the next year, things got from bad to worse. I'm glad God gave me a second chance to leave the zoo once again.
Wow, I’m very sorry you had bad experience. I’ve an opportunity with my vehicle I initially shipped to Naija to sell, then did hire purchase but person has defaulted. Now I’m thinking to do logistics biz with it. You stated you were into trucking. If you don’t mind me asking, what went wrong? I’d greatly appreciate your feedback, suggestions, any advice. Thank U.
No, she's been unpatriotic and destroying the image of Nigeria. Why wouldn't she quietly go back from where she came from? It's ultimately selfish to bash image of a country and making life difficult for people living there.
@@afrikanheritage99 so she must not speak her own truth in the name of patriotism? "You would rather she spread a false narrative to make it" easy for others "? I am from South Africa and I must say our government sucks.. I don't care about patriotism, it just sucks.
All these on fleek praises…..that’s what stops Nigerian youths from being innovative. Because all their thinking is about keeping up appearances rather digging in the mud & searching for jewels
Moving back to Nigeria is the goal but make sure have good amounts of money. 100k usd will go long way if you have good start up idea. Don't move back with intentions of getting job.
This is a good account of the Country we live in ... Very interesting ! Thanks for sharing your experience. I relocated back to Nigeria in 2010 & I have experienced mixed feelings to be honest ... Thanks for sharing. May God help us all 🙏
Very honest and on point. God bless you, my dear. My big problem with Nigeria is that it discourages honesty. People do all sorts to get ahead and accept it as part of the course. And the societal pressures are real. Everyone wants to keep up with the Joneses. It's stressful. After 21 years in the UK, I miss Nigeria and still consider it my home, but I never want to live there.
It’s so interesting! Considering Nigeria has Africa’s highest GDP it’s crazy to think how bad the employment rate is. I pray for change in Africa as a whole
@@askyalumumba3573 The average Nigerian woman pops out between 6-10 kids. Compare that with maximum of two , in developed western and Asian countries and see where the real problem is , coupled with bad leadership of course.
This too shall pass. Try and quiet your mind and the idea will come to you on what to do next. Try to be optimistic. It will work out for you. Don’t give up.🙏🏾
It not just in Nigeria o my sister rather most countries in Africa are Practicing nepotism, which is no good. Its demotivate people. Appearance and marriage is another thing. Love your personality 💖
It’s so true and yet so bad! Very demotivating . The marriage one is the one that irks me the most... I just think we need to move on from such archaic ways of thinking mbok
Oh, I heard you mentioned it! Thanks! What about men....do they honor marriage or is it really standard for them to cheat and have several families? Or is it based on tribe? So much to learn..
That's one mistake a lot us make when we move back to Africa in general. When you move back to Africa, you want to create your own job and not look for one. In other words, have the mindset of an entrepreneur. Otherwise it is pointless. Even if you find a job, your going to be underpaid. Just do a quick comparison of teacher's salaries. You need resources and the Right Connections (key words).
And here we are packing up to come to Nigeria next month 😀 I feel you, Nigeria could be extremely harsh, especially under the tyrannical government of Buhari. However, I belive with good planning though, a lot of the things you mentioned can be a lot easier. You had great plans but definitely had too much in your hands; NYSC, healthy food biz, finding a job, youtube channel, all while trying to settle down... are ALL full time ventures that needed careful plans and attention. Not doing that would mean half assing all of them and failing at each. Wishing you all the best and hope things get better in Nigeria soon, living way below its full potential.
I knowww…. Had too much on my hands now that I look back but the good thing is …. I’m now getting better at navigating all these many things after many years so I may have overwhelmed myself too much in the beginning
Thank you for warning many of us in the diaspora. The story about Nigeria had never improved for the past 30years. It has always been, let's pray to God, let's hope for a better tomorrow, etc. Everything you have said is 500% true. NIGERIA WILL NEVER CHANGE FOR THE BETTER. I met some Nigerians in their 70s out here in the States and they said they have been waiting for about 50 yrs for Nigeria to improve for the better, but to no avail. ....very sad.
See eh the best way to move back is by having a 2nd passport, and using that citizenship to be sent as an expat to Naija! It’s what my fam members did, get like at least $100k a year, a ticket back to your western home, housing and all as per expat! Salary paid in dollars or euros, so Naira wahala doesn’t disturb. Register with your western embassy, so if you get broke, they can borrow you money to come back, or to do emergency medical evacuation, they can get you out. I don’t understand how someone who has another passport would do otherwise. If you don’t, at least try and get that before moving back.
What I love most about this video was the part you said everyone is mad 😠 that part got me laugh a lot you’re right Nigeria no matter what Nigeria is still our country. God bless ur hustle dear
Thanks for not making this a click bait video as many are always doing on this app. I appreciate your experience. I was not born in Nigeria but have Nigerian parents and contemplated moving there since my savings and owning a business would virtually set me up for life. After doing so much research, I realized that I'd have more peace of mind staying exactly where I am. My mom rightly figured out that I romanticized Nigeria based on a few vacations other folks have told me about. They always report that the enjoyment is AH-MAHZING!! And can tend to make one overlook obstacles. I'm a staunch feminist and an atheist and moving to a place as narrow minded as I believe Nigeria to be is just setting myself up for long life therapy. Do they even offer therapy in Nigeria? Just the other day, I learned that though I'm not married, the fact I have a child makes me more acceptable than someone who has never married and doesn't have a child...ummm, like wtf?? That one person talking about a $3000 mortgage, lol. I think that if their mortgage was that high - depending on what type of house - they make good money to live comparatively comfortable to other folks. But if one is complaining about a high mortgage, then they may need to downgrade instead of tryna keep up with the jones' and questioning your personal experience 🤔
It’s really true that the enjoyment in Naija is amazing . However, you’re right about some Nigerians being narrow minded. These days though we have started being more open minded and yes there’s therapy though many don’t understand the need for it. Even the way people are treated like you said because they’re not married or have a child has some degree of truth. In the end, I think it depends on who you relate with coz there are a lot of people who still have very narrow minds. Thanks so much for watching !! Please do visit Nigeria if not anything, for the fun.
Thanks Vanessa for your honest take on Nigeria. Some parts of the presentation were actually very funny. ("Oro buruku tohun terin" as the yoruba people will say). Take heart. I think you did the right thing by not staying illegally in the UK. You and the youth of Nigeria are our hope for a better Nigeria. Please don't give up.
I have been back from UK since 2015. I retired before coming back. I live in Delta state. There are some inconvenience that I experience but I am better off here. UK is a lonely place for pensioners.
Atleast someone is honest enough to report that moving back to Nigeria isn’t a good idea. Seen different RU-vidrs falsely hyping it up. My experience wasn’t good when I moved back from the UK in 2015. I spent three years battling frustration and depression until I left for Canada. Not gonna make such mistake again.
Well… the truth is that moving back worked in the Favour of some people. Like I always say, it’s a thing of luck and chance and who you know. Still love Living here but I completely understand what you mean
@@LotachiVanessa I guess you're right. For most people I know though, it's not been a good experience. My advice to anyone is not to return home especially this period. For anyone already home, except you have something big going on for you, make attempt to leave. Don't see things getting better soon. Great content by the way.
@@festnotfirst You are totally right . I’m in the same predicament now and moving to Nigeria was not a good move in the long run . I’m battling frustration and depression. My mental health is worse here than it was the in the western world . Many people warned me not to do it and now I see why . Majority of the people that move back to Nigeria , end up leaving.
I totally understand you. If you ask me... eeehhh.... if I had an option i would only go back to my country as a tourist and see family and friends. It is well my sister
@@LotachiVanessaIn the UK , you mitigate the nepotism by having a skill in short supply. So for example, nurses, electricians, social workers etc are in short supply. With a shortage occupation and no criminal record you are almost guaranteed a job. Getting high up in the job though is a different matter. It is not impossible but a glass ceiling definitely exists. They gatekeep. They let one black person through so that you can't accuse then of systemically keeping blacks down. They do though. Or sometimes, they get the black to train newer white employees then promote them over the person that trained them.
Honestly I feel sometimes living in Nigeria sometimes feels like a trap........stucking up so many potentials, but we’ll get through this.....interesting video tho
@Sindy, I like your spirit. We will get through this... Africa has great potential and we must rise up and harness that potential for the benefit of all Africans. A big part of our problem is the elephant in the room "neocolonialism" which supports the endless cycle of corruption and bad governance. The poverty and hardship in Africa are manufactured... With the help of the neocolonial stooges we call leaders. They are simply agents or managers for their western masters who exploit African resources, whilst we live in poverty and confusion. That's why all the good African leaders, who have the interests of their eiple at heart end up dead or deposed. We must rise up and unite as Africans to be able to rise...
Nigeria is a mixture of Joy and sorrow. Social wise it’s the best place to be, other wise it is frustrating and nothing is really working especially for the younger generation graduating with low reasonable job availability. I doubt I can live in that country anymore
Very revealing. Too many people lie about Nigeria...or they just pretend all is well when it really really isn't! You said it all...it's all about appearance. Thanks for being factual.
... she's not telling the whole story though... few have done it, but what young person, who you know, fresh out of university, who's in position to establish a wig business, or simply be a RU-vid star, among the other ideas? Being able to leave Nigeria, to finish a Master's degree in 4 years (no idea what was studied) is impressive, but even that needs some context too
@@scipio2009 What is the whole story? That Nigeria is not as she said? There are far too many people who have started businesses online than I would bother to even discuss...it's too common place EXCEPT you are thinking it does take too much money to start a business from an idea. It doesn't...and the thinking that it does is how most Nigerians want you to think. Keeps you trapped. It also leads people to despair instead of financial freedom.
@@kingshousetube There are levels to everything, just as there are various steps, and very few people, fresh out of school with a degree but no experience, are comfortable and partying it up in the nicer part of New York, or LA, or London, or Barcelona, or Accra, or Johannesburg, or any other main commercial center you can think of (which seems to have been the expectation here). Especially honestly (wayo) or above board (Dubai flyouts/sugar babies). Understanding the reality, instead of expecting the dream to start, would've been a better way to assess the picture, imo. Cut your clothes to your size, abi?
Nobody own educated person a job. We all have a responsibility to create our own job. Employee mentality is preventing us to live the life we deserved.
I have a question for all Nigerian if all educated Nigerians leave Nigeria and go live abroad who's gonna fix the problems. it's time for you'll Nigerians to fix your own problem it's your own country don't depend on the government.
My advice is that if you're coming back to Nigeria, don't come back empty handed. Save up. Nigeria is heaven for some people ask E-money, Obi Cubana , and co. It can also be a hell for some people. Don't come back broke. Come back with money. If there is no electricity, you install solar power in your house, and there are some places that are very safe to live. No Nigerian rich man lives overseas. Do your research. I am hustling in Asia and I invest every kobo I make in Nigeria. By the time I am done in Asia, I will go back to Nigeria . Life is good in Nigeria if you have money. As for insecurity, there are more murder cases in New York than in Lagos. Do your checks.
Bro, what about those without money? Should they remain stuck in foreign lands, though their hearts ache to be home? Can we think about creating a society where the average Joe can also access opportunity without having to know or bribe somebody; a Nigeria where people feel safe?
@@py20 It is possible to create that society with the right leadership. Unfortunately, there is a huge disconnect between political leaders and the masses in Nigeria. Politicians don't care about you and me. They steal everything. So it is all about survival of the fittest. This is why it is important to make some money overseas before returning to Nigeria. I am not saying you should become Dangote before you return to Naija but have some money to provide decent living for yourself and family and probably start a business .
@@enuguman8689 I'm with you. But I hope we can seriously explore ways to change this tragic dynamic. A nation so richly blessed in human and material resources shouldn't be consigned to this cycle of dysfunction and chaos. Somehow, we must find a way to fix that leadership problem. We have to! You and I may be fine but what about all the millions of our brothers and sisters who are trapped in this misery with no alternative? It breaks my heart just thinking about it. May the Lord help us!
I understand your points, I share the same feelings moving back to my country, First let me make this clear, you will never be that Nigerian you were before you left, ever again, you've been exposed to a more advanced world and that changes your outlook on life forever, some think that because you were born somewhere you can't be honest about your bad experiences there or your regret, the same way like because your mother gave birth to you, If she or your father abuses you, then you should not speak about it cause they're your parents, That's nonsense, if your spirit is unhappy girl go find happiness elsewhere, I'm moving back to the US, you're not the only one who feel that way, There are millions who feel the way you do, including many from Nigeria.
Na condition make crayfish bend. In my own case I can’t live I Africa for medical reasons. I was hospitalized for two months last year without paying a dime. If I was in Nigeria I would have been dead long ago.
True true but not everyone shares the same experience as well. Glad you made it and you’re enjoying it. Truth is the country has so much potential . Always pray for luck and chance to meet at the right time to make it a positive experience
Dear the one thing about Nigeria is when we are home we want to travel but when we are here we want to go back home because we see more opportunities back home that we were blind to see. At the end of the day every little contribution we add back home adds to the development no place like home.
We’ve got to get it right in 2023 otherwise we’re sunk. We need the right rulers in place irrespective of what their tribe or religion is. We need new thinking for a new Nigeria 🇳🇬
Unlesd Nigerians wake up and stop being led by incompetent and corrupt leaders and also stop voting or supporting political parties like the APC & PDP, Nigeria will not make any significant progress for the masses...
But the truth is that what you can do with 75k in a month in Nigeria, you can't do same with 157 dollar in one month in the US..many people earn even less than that a month and still surviving some how, but that can never be the case in the US with 157 dollars.. I think sometimes we should overlook this exchange rate things and work with what's on ground in wherever we are at any given time.. not saying 75k is great, nop its not, but you can't compare someone earning 157 dollars a month in US with one earning 75k naira in naija. Cost of living should be considered..
Cost of living is greatly considered. Yes you can do a lot more than in the US but don’t forget that we are an import dependent country. Our Naira buys a lot of things imported. For example, you will have to save for one year to get an iPhone with that salary. Also, what N75l could do for you in the past , it cannot do even up to half for you. Prices of goods and services even the ones made and produced in Nogeria rhyme with the drop in naira making things more expensive for us
Lived in the U.K for 9 years; mostly as student. Returned to Nigeria for Law school & NYSC. Stayed in Nigeria for many years. Life was tough, very challenging. Now live in Canada as a professional and citizen. Truth for me, I still love Nigeria. I absolutely understand all you said, we're all. I can never pick U.K over Nigeria, that's just me. Thanks for sharing anyway.
Brave young lady i admire your guts i was earning over 600 thousand naira when i worked with an oil company 18 years ago i was still struggling to make ends meet because of relatives depending on their Gods given right to sponge money off me i could not wait to escape naija.
Wow 600k then was so much money. The fact that you were struggling to make ends meet just gives a glimpse of someone earning the same N600k now and how they’re surviving
You didn’t have to give relatives your money. That’s what some Nigerians don’t understand. They let their relatives suck them dry, when you can simply say ‘no’ or give what u want to give
@@TheTammychi I wish it was that easy to turn a blind eyes to their plights… especially when you are the only one in the position to attend to their needs!
I have tried to relocate to Nigeria 2 times,first in 2012 and 2015 after 6 months in both cases, I was so depressed,everybody saw me as away to survive all my business' were crumbled by ppl I know I entrusted with alot..its sad to attest to everything u said..I wonder how bad the system wd get before it starts getting better..I wish u the best girl..
When I left Nigeria, it was one dollar to 80 naira, 130 pounds if I remember correctly. Even then it was too high, as my dad used to remind me of the days of 1-1 to pounds and even higher than dollars.
You may not realize it yet, but you were sent home for a reason. The UK is about to get real tight, real soon . Your home will be like being in a paradise. Pay attention to the world map and how it is unfolding. Concentrate on building your family network instead of wealth. It will be the only thing that lasts...I promise 😊
@@vivyada2660 Im laughing because yes family is important however wealth is equally as important. Karen is in the UK with free healthcare ,subsidised education, rights to her pay check .Then she speaks of there being a reason for the lady's return yet the lady is sharing her struggles.
Sorry you had to go through this, and thank you for sharing your experience. You go back to Africa for sentimental reasons because, logically, it doesn't make any sense. It is great if you have the right connections but if something happens, and they are no longer in a position of authority, be ready to sell your soul to the next devil ( also true everywhere) or leave. To all, Make sure you have a plan that includes getting your papers. As they say, every situation is temporary; settling progressively allows us to weather a few rough storms before making the ultimate jump. I am afraid for most of us; the future looks like a hybrid life between the West and Africa. Keep the story going alive; I would love to see you prosper and succeed.
Nice video. Yours are reflections of youth. A lot of the harsh truths you encountered upon your return would have been better handled if you had good advisers and counsel plus your own research. Nigeria is abnormal by global standards but it works in its own weird unique ways. Therefore if you attempt to approach Nigeria normally, failure is the only option. You have to carve your own path. There are a myriad of financial opportunities in Nigeria but you have to select carefully. Something that would be a great concept elsewhere would meet with rejection in Nigeria, however something no one does elsewhere would be hot cake in Nigeria. There are solutions to almost every problem you'd encounter in Nigeria painful as they're likely to be. As a businessman who has done business in Europe and Africa i can tell you that it's a million times easier to start and run a business in Lagos than London. Paradoxically London has a million times more things in place to help you run said business than Lagos. If you understand this statement you're half way there. Good luck my dear and God bless.
How do you pay UNI fees when studying in UK?. Just wondering as in UK basically we get into debt and really never pay it off, after many years unless you earn over a certain salary it gets written off. My advice to young people is to learn a trade or do a professional qualification but it is so hard as not much help out there, i want my daughter to do a professional qualification but she will set her own path, i will just try and guide as best i can but i don't think UNI is such a good thing nowadays and vocational is the path. Did you like the UK way of life and what UNI did you attend?.
This is something I need to make a video about. These days, trade is so important or learning a skill... can’t be overrated. The fact that uni in UK means getting into debt is so scary. Happy that in Nigeria we don’t have that though. Thanks for watching. I was at Nottingham and masters at Warwick
Remember that studying in Naija one had to pay thru one's nose. School fees were paid upfront, lots of parents had to practically slave or sell plots of land to pay uni fees. Here in the UK the govt loans you the money and gives you leeway until you earn a certain salary. Even then at some point as earlier mentioned it gets written off. I've had the opportunity of studying both here and there and know which one I'd choose anyday. I also see parents here in the UK who don't have stay practically refuse to pay uni fees for their children who end up not having the opportunity to go to uni. Whereas at home everything would be done to ensure that a child was sent to uni.
My 17years old born in UK said to me he has no plans to go to university and to be honest I was not happy about it coz this is his future hes talking about, but I listened to him.... He choose to be an apprentices after finishing his 1st years college. ... he will still continue to learn more along the way.
