THE CABLE
Femi Adesina, presidential spokesperson, says there is nothing wrong with young Nigerians relocating abroad.
There have been growing concerns in recent times over the relocation of youths, especially health workers, to foreign countries.
Reacting to the issue in an interview with Channels Television on Thursday, Adesina said the trend — dubbed ‘japa’ — is not a new phenomenon.
“The japa syndrome has always been there. There is nothing wrong with people going abroad,” he said.
“If you think you have better opportunities abroad, by all means, go. It is not a crime. It is ideal for people to stay back and invest in Nigeria but we know the ideal is not always the reality at all times. And you must face it.
“I tell young people that if you have the opportunities to go abroad, and not go there to be a caregiver or do menial jobs that you can’t do in your country, please go.
“One day you will become a better person and invest in this country and this economy again.”
