A Nigerian man living abroad has shared a cautionary tale about the challenges of growing old in a foreign land. In a TikTok video, Eleanya Ucheya recounted his struggles with snow and cold weather, highlighting the difficulties that come with aging abroad.
Eleanya’s story began with a snowstorm that made it difficult for him to drive home from work. He described how the cold weather made his legs feel like they were freezing, and how he struggled to bend down to pick up his keys when they dropped on the ground.
The experience left Eleanya feeling vulnerable and aware of his own mortality. He realized that as he aged, simple tasks like driving and walking in the snow would become increasingly difficult.
Eleanya’s message was clear: it’s essential for Nigerians living abroad to plan for their retirement and consider returning to Nigeria before old age sets in. He emphasized that growing old in a foreign land can be challenging, especially when faced with harsh weather conditions and a lack of support system.
The video sparked a range of reactions from viewers, with some expressing empathy and others offering words of encouragement.
See some comments and video link below
stellawunmi: “It’s serious matter o not funny at all ! you’re right old age should not catch you abroad o… lol.”
Roga roga: “Then why are you still doing in Europe sir?”
kato: “The message is for one to plan well and don’t forget putting up something for yourself back home for old age. Thanks bro.”
NMNpR001: “I’ll remain in U.S. and keep vacationing to Naija. When you get to the States, plan accordingly, hustle to settle down, go for a great career-education, retirement plan, & happy at the end. Enough!”
mamatruth: “With all this advice people will not still learn lesson. No way you go to andere man land. It will never be like you place. And the people will never see you as one of them. If u like get all the pass.”
Faith Ukadire: “The other is a man from imo state he’s 77 years old now and is not planning to come back to Nigeria. he only come back home to do one or two then travel back abroad.”
