Ask any Nigerian today: “If you could leave, would you?” The answers are no longer hesitant. Many say “yes,” and some even openly share how they’re planning it.
The japa mentality, once whispered about, is now shouted across offices, campuses, and online spaces. People are leaving because life feels unpredictable and opportunities scarce. Stability, security, and peace of mind — these are no longer dreams; they are survival necessities.
A young professional in Abuja shared: “I work 10 hours a day and still don’t feel safe financially. Abroad, I can earn, save, and plan. Staying feels like slowly running in place.”
Students are not left out. Many worry about graduating into uncertain futures, struggling to find work in an economy that seems to reward connections over effort. Parents, meanwhile, worry about the emotional toll on their children.
Yet, not everyone agrees. Some say leaving doesn’t solve systemic problems. Others argue that trying to improve the country from within is the only true path. Still, for many Nigerians, leaving is less about escape and more about survival.
Social media reflects this divide. Thousands of comments debate whether japa is selfish or sensible:
- “I’m staying, but my heart goes to those who leave.”
- “We are tired of promises and delays.”
- “Leaving doesn’t make you a traitor; it makes you wise.”
💬 Public reaction:
“Nobody wants to leave home. We want stability, and that’s what’s missing.”
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