Nigerians are constantly leaving the country because of reasons known to them, but have ever wondered why they were leaving because not everyone is leaving for the same reason.
Netizens in a little study shared their experience and reasons why they left Nigerians, you would find some of the reasons amazing. Let’s have a look at some of the stories:
- One person recalls a fateful day at the airport when they witnessed their co-workers flying off to Dubai. After getting stuck in traffic for hours on the way back, this horrible experience with the traffic prompted them to leave Nigeria .
- Another person attended a wedding and decided to take a break afterward. Little did they know that their short holiday would turn into a four-year stay abroad. Life has its own way of leading us down unexpected paths.
- Since their time at Yaba College of Technology, one individual had always harbored the dream of leaving Nigeria to further their education . After various twists and turns, they finally left the country.
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- For some, political events played a significant role in their decision to leave. The 2015 election results and a subsequent trip to the USA were catalysts for one person, leading to a shift in perspective and the realization that Nigeria might not be their forever home.
- Another individual faced a crucial choice between pursuing a job opportunity in Nigeria with the NPA and their desire to emigrate. Ultimately, when the local opportunity didn’t materialize, they chose the path of emigration.
- A sad experience of being held at gunpoint in their own bedroom made another person wants to leave Nigeria. Fearing for their safety and the future of their potential children, they decided to pursue a master’s degree abroad.
- Being harassed by the EFCC in their own apartment was a turning point for someone else. The intrusive encounter led them to seek opportunities abroad, leading to their eventual application for admission outside Nigeria.
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