A man celebrated gaining Canadian citizenship, sparking debate when a white man criticized Nigerians for “always celebrating” another citizenship and questioned if Nigeria is truly unlivable. Amid the flood of reactions, one Nigerian commented, “The Nigeria dream is to miss Nigeria from abroad.”
This statement reflects frustration but also normalizes despair. Reducing the national aspiration to simply leaving the country and feeling nostalgic from afar undermines the efforts of millions who strive to build, innovate, and succeed within Nigeria. It frames escape as the ultimate achievement, rather than progress, resilience, or nation-building.
While humor can mask pain, statements like this feed cynicism and shift focus from solutions. True national dreams should inspire hope, not resignation — celebrating milestones abroad is a personal achievement, not a condemnation of home.
— The Red Flags
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