Japa Momentum Slows Down as Costs Soar and Visa Barriers Rise
In what many see as an unexpected twist, the once unstoppable Japa wave—the mass emigration of Nigerians seeking better lives abroad—appears to be slowing. Despite worsening economic conditions and growing insecurity in Nigeria, recent trends suggest that fewer people are making the leap across borders. Investigations by BusinessDay reveal that
‘No Mercy Abroad’ – Dele Momodu Warns Nigerians About the Harsh Realities of Japa
Renowned media entrepreneur Dele Momodu has advised Nigerians to rethink their japa ambitions, stressing that financial stability and opportunities exist right at home. In a recent interview with Teju Babyface, Momodu argued that with ₦30-40 million, a person can live comfortably and start a successful business in Nigeria instead of