11 Months After Moving to Australia, Nigerian Man Buys His Second Car, Celebrates Online
- A Nigerian youth who migrated to Australia has continued to count his blessings 11 months later
- The same week his visa came in, he got an excellent job in a multinational firm in Lagos but was willing to take his chances in the Oceanian country
- From buying a 2001 Mitsubishi Magna car a month after he got there to acquire a new whip, the young man told his inspiring story
A Nigerian man has marked his first year anniversary since migrating to Australia for a better life.
Taking to Twitter, the youth, via his handle @The_Mr_Mo, recalled how he got an excellent job in a multinational firm in Lagos after years of searching. Interestingly, in the same week, his Australian visa came in.
Source: Twitter
He said he turned down the job offer and took his chances in a foreign country where he was a stranger.
Fortunately for him, a stranger picked him up at the airport, and help came his way as he quickly settled down.
He said he got a factory worker in a week and his first car, a 2001 Mitsubishi Magna, a month later. Eleven months later, he got another car and a better job.
The young man appreciated God for coming through for him despite his imperfections. His story inspired netizens as many celebrated with him, just as Australian enthusiasts besieged his comment section to make enquiries.
Nigerian in Australia speaks
Speaking exclusively with Legit.ng, Banji Alo, a Nigerian man who relocated to Australia 10 years ago, spoke about his most proud achievement and how it could inspire immigrants pursuing similar dreams.
"The achievement I'm most proud of is publishing two books within ten months in 2023, particularly my second book, The Migrant's Career Guide.
"But it wasn't just about publishing the books themselves. What made it truly meaningful was seeing how they helped people. I received emails, DMs, and feedback from migrants across different backgrounds, not just Nigerians, sharing that the book had genuinely made a difference for them. The fact that it was accepted by over 30 libraries across Australia and New Zealand is a testament to how useful it has been.
"This book is helpful to anyone looking to move abroad for work. It is packed with actionable advice, and the core message is simple: your career is your responsibility. If you don't take charge of it, no one else will."
See his tweet below:
Reactions on social media
@TaiKing88512577 said:
"Please my fellow Naija which factory job can one do in this country to atleast buy a car. God bless you more bro, please keep passing the kindness around."
@GbagyiGirl said:
"All of you help me move na even if na plate washing job I go live my degree one side wash the plate abeg na."
@blacq_jezus said:
"I hope to leave this year too. I will be checking back for your update on what and what you did to get there, how to get Visa etc."
@MikkyAdebayor said:
"Congratulations bro, my own testimony will come soon in Jesus name. Wishing you more success."
@UgonnaVictor3 said:
"Congratulations and many more wins.
"I'm a nurse and I am considering Australia because of your success story."
Nigerian man buys house abroad in 12 months
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a Nigerian man had bought a house 12 months after moving abroad.
He took to Twitter to announce the good news to friends and well-wishers. In one of the photos he posted, he was seen signing papers believed to be documentation for the house.
In the second photo, Gaga stood before the house and looked at it with much admiration and reflection. Congratulatory messages flooded the tweet after he posted it on Thursday, February 16.
Source: Legit.ng
