A video circulating online shows a Nigerian makeup artist voicing her regret over moving overseas, sparking widespread discussion.
In the footage, she explains that the reality she faced after leaving Nigeria bore little resemblance to the promises made before her departure.
Makeup Artist Details Challenges of Moving Abroad
She identifies herself as a makeup artist who gave up on finishing her studies after being persuaded to seek better prospects abroad.
She had intended to complete her clearance procedures and return to finish her Higher National Diploma (HND) before deciding to emigrate.
Although she was assured of lucrative financial opportunities overseas, her actual experience proved disappointing.
Artist Advises Caution Before Relocating
Frustrated, she claims that some individuals lure others with false narratives about life abroad.
She urges Nigerians contemplating relocation to conduct thorough research before making such a life‑changing decision.
She said: “Dem go just carry lie like this, lie for person, say make you leave your country go another country say money dey there. This one happen, I be makeup artist o I left it. I’m supposed to do my clearance and go back for HND. Yes, I know say money no dey, make I come here come find money, but all these things na lie dem dey lie. Before you leave your country go anywhere, check well because I don’t understand why. I just want to go back to my country. I just want to go back to Nigeria because wetin I dey see no be wetin dem tell me. I don tire.”
The clip has ignited online debate, with many users sharing their perspectives on the difficulties migrants encounter after pursuing greener pastures overseas.
Asked proper questions before you Japa go find work oh.. thing really dey happen out there , stay safe pic.twitter.com/5BhlV8wBVv
— FEED _NIGERIA (@bigcuban387980) July 9, 2026
About the Author
