A UK-based Nigerian lawyer named Dele Olawanle has sparked a discussion challenging the notion that traveling or living abroad is an achievement in itself. Olawanle believes that true success should be measured by an individual’s accomplishments in their home country rather than their geographic location.
Taking to social media, Olawanle emphasized that the value of moving abroad depends on what individuals are doing with their lives back home. He highlighted that he knows many Nigerians who have relocated to the United Kingdom but are underachievers compared to those who stayed in Nigeria and persevered until they achieved notable success.
Olawanle warns that it is easy to get caught up in a trap of destiny when living abroad. He urges people not to be distracted by becoming part-time celebrities on platforms like TikTok and Instagram, but instead to focus on working hard and achieving their goals. He also encourages regular visits to one’s home country to take advantage of the opportunities there and abroad.
Olawanle concludes by stating his admiration for the resilience, inventiveness, determination, and achievements of people in Nigeria despite the challenging economic conditions. He believes that a better economy will lead to a better life for the people.
This discussion sparked by Olawanle’s perspective challenges the conventional belief that moving abroad automatically equates to success. It prompts individuals to reconsider the importance of their accomplishments and impact within their home country, rather than placing undue emphasis on their geographic location.
