Greener pastures: Navigating identity in the diaspora

THE pursuit of greener pastures is never a straight path. It is a pilgrimage of hope, struggle, and unexpected discoveries. When I left Nigeria for the UK, I held onto dreams bigger than my suitcase, excited for opportunities that would transform my life, the greener grass of the West. Unknowing to me, the true transformation would not happen on the land I sojourn, but in understanding of identity, belonging and resilience

Illusion of Opportunity

To be far away from Nigeria and her many problems. Is that not the reason we japa and seek better opportunities in the UK? My fellow diasporans, the pursuit of opportunities come with many invisible burdens. We mustn’t be disillusioned by the so-called greener pastures.  As we enter this foreign land, there is no welcome sign or information desk warning us of the not-so-sunny side of UK living. I’m talking about the inner struggle of retaining your Nigerian identity and yet, integrating into British culture. No one…