Reality TV star and influencer, Tacha Akide, has sparked significant online conversation after revealing her observations about the financial struggles many Nigerians face while living in the United Kingdom.
In a recent video that has gone viral, the former BBNaija housemate, who now resides in the UK, challenged the common perception that Nigerians abroad are financially secure. According to Tacha, many Nigerians in the UK are barely surviving, with some living less comfortably than their counterparts back home in Nigeria.
The Reality of UK Living Costs
"You see those of you always having inferiority complex in Nigeria, thinking everyone here is rich, most people here are broke. The most broke people I have met are actually the people I met in the UK. Everyone is holding themselves. It is expensive," Tacha stated in her video.
She further emphasized that the high cost of living in the UK makes daily expenses particularly challenging. "Trust me when I tell you that the living situation here is not rosy. In fact, most people in Nigeria are living better off than people actually living here. So if you want to move, go ahead, but not with the mentality of 'oh, it's all rosy.'"
The reality star highlighted specific examples of the high costs, noting, "You see yourself spending 300k on a freaking taxi in a freaking day, 1 million on a car in a week unless you want to use the train. Think about your decision."
Public Reactions to Tacha's Revelations
Her remarks have ignited debate across social media platforms, with many Nigerians sharing their perspectives on the realities of living abroad versus expectations held by those back home.
BenriNews has compiled some notable reactions:
One user, @oluchiafundu, supported Tacha's claims, writing, "She is saying the truth 100%."
Another commenter, @okunenyeife, observed, "Anyone you see in UK walking and doing content as a track nation first is a JJC, body still dey sweet them, secondly they have not found a real purpose."
@iammaryam_raz humorously noted, "We never hear word since Tacha come UK."
The conversation took a more nuanced turn with @e.f.e.m.e.n.a_kylian pointing out, "They are broke but they have basic amenities. Do not compare it to us that still shout UP NEPA."
@godwinrealest shared a personal connection, commenting, "No wonder my uncle lived there for 25 years with nothing to write home about."
@joyaustin4743 raised an important distinction: "You all care so much about money without quality of life. How and what is the quality of life of those in Naija with all the money?"
Tacha's candid observations have opened up important conversations about the realities of diaspora life and the often glamorized perceptions of living abroad, particularly at a time when many young Nigerians are considering relocation options.
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