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The fall of Rome,often referred to by historians as the ”Transformation” rather than the “Collapse.”
The idea that the Fall of Rome was a sudden, apocalyptic event (the“catastrophic” view)has been largely replaced by the understanding that it was a slow,administrative slide.🧵
You should have asked that Nigerian his level of education before he left Nigeria instead of concluding that he has no English skills.English is the official language in schools,exams are written in English language.He only has an accent you don't agree with.I have an accent too.
Hello 👋 why didn't you shower your dada yourself?Why do you have to pay an immigrant little money to do the dirty job you are unable to do?No wonder Australians call you "Skilless British".By way,English is Nigeria's official language,we don't have British accent like you though
Talking about languages, how many languages can you speak?🙄 The guy speaks English and his language. Can you learn my language the same way I learned and understand yours? Shame on you 🙄🙄🙄That guy may be a university graduate with a degree from Nigeria.
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Settling in another country is not an easy job, the loneliness, depression... Think very well before you japa, not all that glitter is gold...🥇
Dear JAPA enthusiast, this is for you; 👇🏽👇🏽
Away from the beautiful pictures, sightseeing and paparazzi, let me tell you about the other side of JAPA that social media rarely shows.
I’ll share a few things from my own experience: 🧵 👇🏽👇🏽
1. THE FEAR BEFORE DEPARTURE.
As my departure date drew closer, uncertainty started creeping in. My mind was flooded with endless “WHAT IFs?”
What if things don’t work out? What if I struggle? What if I regret leaving? At some point, I genuinely began questioning whether the whole move was worth it.
2. THE REALITY OF ARRIVAL.
The moment I arrived in Austria, got to my apartment and settled in, reality hit me.
I was in a strange country, surrounded by unfamiliar faces, a different culture and a language I barely understood. I had left everything familiar behind to start life all over again.
The excitement of travelling quickly gave way to the reality of relocation.
3. THE FIRST THREE MONTHS.
These were arguably my toughest months. I kept asking myself, “WHO SEND YOU?”
I battled loneliness and depression. There were days I genuinely felt I had made a mistake relocating. I remember one particular night when I broke down and cried in my room. It even affected my academic performance and my first-semester ECTS.
Nobody prepares you for this side of JAPA.
4. THE TURNING POINT.
Around the fifth month, things gradually started falling into place.
I began understanding the system, making friends, meeting new people and getting familiar with the language and culture.
For the first time, I started feeling like I belonged. I could finally see the sun again. 🌞
5. MY FIRST SALARY. 😂
When my first salary landed, I honestly felt like God should punish my former employer in Nigeria. 😂😂
Things started making sense. Financially, things began looking up, I was settling into the system, and my academic performance was improving too.
6. LIFE STARTED GETTING BETTER.
From that point, things have continued to improve in different aspects of my life.
Of course, there are still challenges, but I am in a much better place than I was during those first few months. And looking back, I am grateful I didn’t give up.
HERE IS THE LESSON:
DO NOT JAPA WITH BALLOONED EXPECTATIONS.
Don’t relocate because you saw someone else’s beautiful pictures on Instagram. You are not just changing location; you are starting a new chapter of your life, and that comes with sacrifices, uncertainty, loneliness, adjustments and financial responsibilities.
Be mentally prepared and understand that the benefits of relocation may take time to materialise.
JAPA is not a magic wand, and abroad is not paradise. But with patience, preparation, resilience and the right opportunities, it can be one of the best investments you make in your future.
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How interesting..... 🤔
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They're still arguing that it's not about their cho cho cho on d Internet. Do u think they are not on d Internet?Do u think they don't see those posts on d Internet?Of course they do.Just look at this👇It's not affecting only Nigeria but Nigerians are more affected by the laws🙄
This is what a conquered country looks like.
Migrants celebrate Labour relaxing immigration rules. They arrive, take the benefits, housing and services, and leave actual British people behind.
This is policy written by them, for them. The UK is now set up to prioritise non-British people
Absolutely disgusting.
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Monkey dey work baboon dey chop.Nigerians are Nigeria's problem.Others are suffering u dey tok say e never reach u,d pipu wey e reach today tok d same tin yesterday,e don reach their turn now. Las las, all of una go see una sef. Dey dia,una go see wetin dem dey plan for una...🙄
addey retweeted
The fall of Rome,often referred to by historians as the ”Transformation” rather than the “Collapse.”
The idea that the Fall of Rome was a sudden, apocalyptic event (the“catastrophic” view)has been largely replaced by the understanding that it was a slow,administrative slide.🧵
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🚨 FIRST AID AWARENESS 🚑
What would you do if someone suddenly collapsed on a staircase?
1️⃣ Ensure safety.
2️⃣ Check for a response.
3️⃣ Call emergency services (112 in Nigeria).
4️⃣ Check breathing for no more than 10 seconds.
5️⃣ If they aren't breathing normally, begin CPR ...
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Yes "Some family bonds don't need translation"👌👌👌
He speaks to his grandson in Slovenian and stands beside him at the biggest moments of his life ❤️ Viktor Knavs was born in 1944 in Slovenia, then part of Yugoslavia.
He worked as a car dealer and chauffeur, while his wife, Amalija, was a pattern maker at a textile factory, and together they raised two daughters, Ines and Melania, in a small town.
Years later, their younger daughter moved to New York, married Donald Trump and welcomed a son, Barron. Viktor and Amalija eventually settled in the United States and became citizens in 2018.
Barron grew up speaking fluent Slovenian with his grandparents, GQ reported, a gift from Melania, who wanted him to stay connected to her roots. That bond has shown up at the family’s biggest moments.
When Barron graduated from Oxbridge Academy in May 2024, Viktor was the only family member there besides his parents, The Palm Beach Post reported.
A few months earlier, the family had faced one of its saddest days. Amalija passed away in January 2024 at 78.
Melania wrote a tribute that was both heartbreaking and loving. “She was entirely devoted to her husband, daughters, grandson, and son-in-law,” Melania wrote on X almost three years ago.
At the funeral, Barron stayed close to his grandfather throughout, according to reports. In January 2025, when Donald Trump was sworn in for his second term, Viktor stood next to his grandson, who towered over him, even though Viktor is just under six feet tall.
Now 82, Viktor is a regular at the family’s biggest events, from Thanksgiving at the table to Christmas Eve at Mar-a-Lago, and he’s usually the man standing next to Barron.
A language from a small town in Slovenia, passed from grandfather to grandson, now spoken in some of America's biggest rooms. Some family bonds don’t need translation. ❤️
Settling in another country is not an easy job, the loneliness, depression... Think very well before you japa, not all that glitter is gold...🥇
Dear JAPA enthusiast, this is for you; 👇🏽👇🏽
Away from the beautiful pictures, sightseeing and paparazzi, let me tell you about the other side of JAPA that social media rarely shows.
I’ll share a few things from my own experience: 🧵 👇🏽👇🏽
1. THE FEAR BEFORE DEPARTURE.
As my departure date drew closer, uncertainty started creeping in. My mind was flooded with endless “WHAT IFs?”
What if things don’t work out? What if I struggle? What if I regret leaving? At some point, I genuinely began questioning whether the whole move was worth it.
2. THE REALITY OF ARRIVAL.
The moment I arrived in Austria, got to my apartment and settled in, reality hit me.
I was in a strange country, surrounded by unfamiliar faces, a different culture and a language I barely understood. I had left everything familiar behind to start life all over again.
The excitement of travelling quickly gave way to the reality of relocation.
3. THE FIRST THREE MONTHS.
These were arguably my toughest months. I kept asking myself, “WHO SEND YOU?”
I battled loneliness and depression. There were days I genuinely felt I had made a mistake relocating. I remember one particular night when I broke down and cried in my room. It even affected my academic performance and my first-semester ECTS.
Nobody prepares you for this side of JAPA.
4. THE TURNING POINT.
Around the fifth month, things gradually started falling into place.
I began understanding the system, making friends, meeting new people and getting familiar with the language and culture.
For the first time, I started feeling like I belonged. I could finally see the sun again. 🌞
5. MY FIRST SALARY. 😂
When my first salary landed, I honestly felt like God should punish my former employer in Nigeria. 😂😂
Things started making sense. Financially, things began looking up, I was settling into the system, and my academic performance was improving too.
6. LIFE STARTED GETTING BETTER.
From that point, things have continued to improve in different aspects of my life.
Of course, there are still challenges, but I am in a much better place than I was during those first few months. And looking back, I am grateful I didn’t give up.
HERE IS THE LESSON:
DO NOT JAPA WITH BALLOONED EXPECTATIONS.
Don’t relocate because you saw someone else’s beautiful pictures on Instagram. You are not just changing location; you are starting a new chapter of your life, and that comes with sacrifices, uncertainty, loneliness, adjustments and financial responsibilities.
Be mentally prepared and understand that the benefits of relocation may take time to materialise.
JAPA is not a magic wand, and abroad is not paradise. But with patience, preparation, resilience and the right opportunities, it can be one of the best investments you make in your future.