Nigerian Lady Who Quit ₦500k Job for UK, Now Struggles to Find Work and Plans Return [NEWS]

Nigerian Lady Who Quit ₦500k Job for UK, Now Struggles to Find Work and Plans Return [NEWS]

In a TikTok video, she revealed that social media influenced her move, but since arriving, she has only received referrals for care jobs she isn’t suited for.

A Nigerian lady who left her ₦500,000 monthly job and comfortable life in Nigeria to study in the UK has shared her struggles, saying she may return home.

In a TikTok video, she revealed that social media influenced her move, but since arriving, she has only received referrals for care jobs she isn’t suited for.

Despite applying for over 100 non-care roles, she remains unemployed, her savings are running out, and she’s now considering going back to Nigeria.

“I left my good-paying job in Nigeria to migrate to the UK on a study visa. I was earning ₦500k monthly. I had my own place, no stress, no debt. I wasn’t even rich, but I was comfortable. I could afford little luxury, take care of my family life was stable.”

“I came here thinking things would fall into place quickly, the way people post on Instagram like they’ve gotten new jobs in weeks, that they’re living soft lives and so many things. It’s what I thought.”

“Since I landed, it’s been one referral after another. All of them have been care jobs. That’s the only thing people send me: care work, support workers, domiciliary care every single link is about personal care. And honestly, I can’t do it.”

“It’s not even about pride. I just know I’ll break down mentally and emotionally. I wasn’t built for that kind of work. I didn’t come here to lose myself.”

“I’ve applied for over 100 jobs in other sectors, which includes admin, customer service, retail everything I can do that doesn’t involve care still nothing. Some don’t respond, others say I don’t have UK experience.”

“I’m really drained. My savings are almost gone. They say everything is fine, but it’s not. I cry silently like almost every night.”

“Now I’m seriously thinking of going back home. I know people will talk about it. I just want to go back home to Nigeria. But at a point, I’m kind of scared. I don’t know if it’s the right decision.”

See some reactions below:

Chinaza: “If Nigeria brings you happiness and fulfilment, by all means, please go back.”

jhummielifestyle: “Going back home will not help cos that 500k is no longer helpful with the present economy, just start with the care work and you just might get a breakthrough.”

vace_mamah🇳🇬🇧🇭: “Nobody travels out and has everything figured out almost immediately. She needs to relax. A step at a time and eventually she’ll be glad that she didn’t allow her struggling years get the better part of her. Traveling back to Nigeria is not the best decision in my own opinion.”

KongoQueen: “I went back cause my own story was the strength I needed to move.”

BabaAduke👨‍👩‍👧: “it looks like you have made ur decision already. My advice is just give up, go home, it’s not worth it. life in bongo is far better than in UK. Good road network, excellent security, top notch basic amenities, soft and easy life, that’s what nigeria have got to offer you. Your mental health is a priority, with 100k salary, you can easily go far in Nigeria.”

NonnyB🇨🇦: “Restructure your Resume and don’t use AI for that.”