O.V

Imagine using a Nigerian passport to travel out of the country, only to turn around and call that same passport useless. If it’s so useless, how did you use it to get there? Some of you will acquire permanent residency abroad and start talking down on Nigeria as if you’ve suddenly become citizens by birth of those countries. You’re still Black, and no matter how long you live abroad, some people will still see you as a foreigner. Having permanent residency doesn’t automatically make you an indigenous citizen. There’s nothing wrong with wanting a better life abroad. There’s nothing wrong with celebrating your achievements. But why must you constantly disrespect your country to prove that you’ve made it? The same Nigerian passport you’re mocking has taken people to different parts of the world. Yes, Nigeria has its problems, and we’re allowed to criticise them. But there’s a difference between demanding better from your country and constantly ridiculing it for social media validation. Travel abroad, build your life, get your residency and enjoy your achievements. But you don’t have to rubbish Nigeria to prove you’ve made it.