Nigerians on ₦60,000 Monthly Are Better Off Than Many Abroad, Says Presidential Adviser

A presidential media adviser has highlighted the harsh realities facing Nigerians who relocate abroad. Despite earning in foreign currencies, many graduates in the UK find themselves in care homes or warehouses and struggle with high rents, utilities, transport, and other expenses. He argued that a worker earning ₦60,000 in Nigeria can still rely on family and friends, while those abroad often lack any safety net. Overseas wages of £2,600–£2,800 can quickly disappear under the weight of modern living costs, forcing many to juggle multiple low-paid jobs. The adviser described this cycle as a form of modern-day slavery and challenged the federal government on policies to curb the “Japa” phenomenon driven by unemployment, insecurity, and weak healthcare.

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