The derogatory language used by international leaders to describe developing nations is as telling as it is disgraceful. In recent years, the world has heard some of the most powerful voices in politics spew vile insults about nations like Nigeria. Who could forget former U.S. President Donald Trump’s infamous reference to African countries as “shitholes,” or Kemi Badenoch, the UK’s Minister of Trade and a woman raised on Nigerian soil, sneering at immigrants as “bottom wipers”? These remarks aren’t just offensive—they reveal a deep-seated arrogance from nations that view us as little more than economic refugees begging for scraps.

These comments aren’t isolated slip-ups but part of a larger narrative that dehumanizes Africans and reinforces the idea that the only value we can offer is our cheap labor. And, unfortunately, many of us are playing right into their hands by continuously fleeing our homeland in search of “greener pastures,” only to be met with condescension and disdain.

Let’s not mince words—Nigeria, like many other developing nations, has its problems. From rampant corruption to crumbling infrastructure, our challenges are many. But why should our story end with us running away? Why do we allow ourselves to be reduced to second-class citizens in countries that spit on our dignity? The truth is, we are fleeing because our own leaders have failed us miserably. They loot, they mismanage, and they insulate themselves from the real struggles of ordinary Nigerians. But the solution is not mass migration or idolizing the West; it is holding our own leaders accountable and fighting to build a Nigeria we can be proud of.

For too long, we have watched as elites and political thieves plunder our resources while the rest of us are left scrambling for opportunities abroad. But fleeing doesn’t solve the problem—it only weakens us further. The brain drain has hollowed out our potential, leaving us at the mercy of corrupt officials who have no incentive to reform because the most talented and capable among us are gone.

It’s time to demand real leadership, not the recycled politicians or out-of-touch elites who treat government office as their personal ATM. We need leaders who put Nigeria first—leaders who invest in our infrastructure, education, and health systems instead of stashing billions in foreign accounts.

The solution is not found in the West, where you are viewed as little more than an economic refugee to clean toilets or “wipe bottoms.” The solution is here, in Nigeria. It’s time to stop running. It’s time to fight.

Enough with the excuses. Enough with the mass exodus. The more we run, the more we weaken our nation. It’s time to stand our ground, demand accountability, and elect leaders who will build a Nigeria that no one can dare call a “shithole.”

Forget the bottom wipe comment,the white people also wipe bottoms. There is dignity in labour. You work and you are paid for your services according to the national minimum wage.

Also, Africans and the Caribbeans also offer professional services. Consultants, medical practitioners and nurses also come from other places. May I inform those that care to listen that the white children are not ready to go to school, therefore, foreigners are taking up important jobs in the system.

Do not be discouraged. Never give up.

malali:
The derogatory language used by international leaders to describe developing nations is as telling as it is disgraceful. In recent years, the world has heard some of the most powerful voices in politics spew vile insults about nations like Nigeria. Who could forget former U.S. President Donald Trump’s infamous reference to African countries as “shitholes,” or Kemi Badenoch, the UK’s Minister of Trade and a woman raised on Nigerian soil, sneering at immigrants as “bottom wipers”? These remarks aren’t just offensive—they reveal a deep-seated arrogance from nations that view us as little more than economic refugees begging for scraps.

These comments aren’t isolated slip-ups but part of a larger narrative that dehumanizes Africans and reinforces the idea that the only value we can offer is our cheap labor. And, unfortunately, many of us are playing right into their hands by continuously fleeing our homeland in search of “greener pastures,” only to be met with condescension and disdain.

Let’s not mince words—Nigeria, like many other developing nations, has its problems. From rampant corruption to crumbling infrastructure, our challenges are many. But why should our story end with us running away? Why do we allow ourselves to be reduced to second-class citizens in countries that spit on our dignity? The truth is, we are fleeing because our own leaders have failed us miserably. They loot, they mismanage, and they insulate themselves from the real struggles of ordinary Nigerians. But the solution is not mass migration or idolizing the West; it is holding our own leaders accountable and fighting to build a Nigeria we can be proud of.

For too long, we have watched as elites and political thieves plunder our resources while the rest of us are left scrambling for opportunities abroad. But fleeing doesn’t solve the problem—it only weakens us further. The brain drain has hollowed out our potential, leaving us at the mercy of corrupt officials who have no incentive to reform because the most talented and capable among us are gone.

It’s time to demand real leadership, not the recycled politicians or out-of-touch elites who treat government office as their personal ATM. We need leaders who put Nigeria first—leaders who invest in our infrastructure, education, and health systems instead of stashing billions in foreign accounts.

The solution is not found in the West, where you are viewed as little more than an economic refugee to clean toilets or “wipe bottoms.” The solution is here, in Nigeria. It’s time to stop running. It’s time to fight.

Enough with the excuses. Enough with the mass exodus. The more we run, the more we weaken our nation. It’s time to stand our ground, demand accountability, and elect leaders who will build a Nigeria that no one can dare call a “shithole.”

Nigeria has over 220m. Less than 10m outside. Those that are in Nigeria should make the change na. If 200m cant make the change why do you think the less than 10m abroad would

Splendid235:
Forget the bottom wipe comment,the white people also wipe bottoms. There is dignity in labour. You work and you are paid for your services according to the national minimum wage.

Also, Africans and the Caribbeans also offer professional services. Consultants, medical practitioners and nurses also come from other places. May I inform those that care to listen that the white children are not ready to go to school, therefore, foreigners are taking up important jobs in the system.

Do not be discouraged. Never give up.

one thing i love is this, you always say there is dignity in labour when you are abroad and botton wiping but in nigeria when someone is doing similar job role, you guys look down on them.

motymop:


one thing i love is this, you always say there is dignity in labour when you are abroad and botton wiping but in nigeria when someone is doing similar job role, you guys look down on them.

It’s about values and the low self esteem mentality of our people. We need a reorientation of our value system.

OP supports Tinubu and most likely supported Buhari, both men who perform medical operations in the West. When last did Turkish or Malaysian leaders do the same in the UK or France?

Tomorrow, he would open his mouth to chant "I am an intellectwat" because he managed to string some alphabets of the English language.

Splendid235:
Forget the bottom wipe comment,the white people also wipe bottoms. There is dignity in labour. You work and you are paid for your services according to the national minimum wage.

Also, Africans and the Caribbeans also offer professional services. Consultants, medical practitioners and nurses also come from other places. May I inform those that care to listen that the white children are not ready to go to school, therefore, foreigners are taking up important jobs in the system.

Do not be discouraged. Never give up.

The bolded is 100% true.

Softmirror:


The bolded is 100% true.

The bolded is not true.