DON'T BE DECEIVED! 😩HARSH REALITIES OF LIVING IN THE U.K | RELOCATING TO THE U.K FROM NIGERIA |
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
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April & Akanni - We are content creators, living in the U.K. Our content focuses on family, lifestyle, and life experiences. We've been married for over seven years and have lived in the U.K for that time. We have two kids, Bryan & Flo.
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I am Indigenous to the British isles. I moved to Australia 20 years ago, the standard of living is way better here than in the UK. Living in the UK is a tough lifestyle, I am native to Scotland and even when we migrated to Australia we admitted how harsh the life is in the UK. The thing that shocked me when I went back was how miserable and depressed everyone was about life, I find Australians more positive and in turn I have become more positive. Also, how run down and dirty everything was around me, Australia always looks so clean.
That is so unfair. You can't compare the UK with Australia because the load that Britain is carrying, Australia is not carrying the same load. UK takes people from all over the world Australia is not doing the same. I beg stay in Australia and leave us alone.
My dream country . Australia. Am studying nursing here in italy. But will move to Australia later.
But alot of your Australia ppz are moving to the UK
@@mariejackson4630 overpopulation in the UK is a myth propagated for culture wars. The Netherlands has a much denser population than the uk
@@mariejackson4630marie jackson indeed????
This is so needed. A lot people have been ostracized by family at home because they think you are living in luxury in the UK and dont want to help. Life in UK is tough.
As soon as I got an African girlfriend here in Australia ...she wanted
..'money to send back home'...
She had a job too, I dumped her after a while because she was worried her friends would see her with a white dude ...too much crap to deal with ...(is what I thought of that)
@@oftin_wong you found the worst specimen of an "African woman"?
@@ibexy just normal I think
@@oftin_wong not really. you looked in the wrong place
@@ibexy I wasn't expecting perfection ..I'm a realist, happy to let people be who they are ...I just found it interesting...you may not find it interesting ...that's up to you
Life in the UK is easy! You need to understand how the system work and focus on your goals. I moved to the UK 2005 as a poor student, struggled as a student but soon as my university degree was completed, everything changed. Start small, rent a room not an apartment…try and save as much as possible. Make use of ISAs, it’s an incredible weapon to turn your life around permanently (passive income is powerful yet so easy). To cut the long story short - after 15 years in the UK, I joined the millionaire club and I now work for myself doing exactly what I want. I’m very proud of what I’ve achieved, not bad from an ordinary Enugu boy with so much ambition and a thirst for knowledge. If I can make, anyone can make it in the UK!
What are ISAs? Thanks
@G Ibemesi, please kindly share how you made your millions.
Hope you don't mind telling us what ISA mean? I want to be like you when I grow up. Thanks
15yrs is a long time hence why the quality of life is better here in the US….In just 2 years here, I joined the millionaire club!..Making 15 million Naira after tax monthly as a machine learning engineer.
I can only visit the UK, can’t live there…Know peeps there struggling and wanna move to the US.
For those asking what ISA is, here you go -> www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts/how-isas-work
New subscriber here.
I really love Akanni's vibe. The way he doesn't sugarcoat things and checks with April that "is the English correct."
As someone who transits the UK/NGA regularly..I can say the advice this guy is giving is golden..and will only become more important as energy costs in the UK pushes the cost of living even higher in the UK this winter..
Very well said! I encourage those in Naija to come too o! They mostly believe people in UK do not want to help or are just being stingy. So I encourage them and do wat I can to get them over. One did and ran back, unable to survive. At least he won't be disturbing anyone here now 😂🤣
😂😂😂😂😂diaspora is not for the weak
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Abi o
help a brother ooo, I dey nija, I wan come too
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Thanks for the advice Mr Akani, I’m glad you’re getting more comfortable expressing yourself and we are here for it all.
Nigerian living in Germany, this the realest abroad story i have heard on youtube. No over reacting, no sugar coating.
Exactly so
HI April & Akanni New subscriber,
This is great advice for our newbies, many youth are getting themselves into troubles thinking they know it all. As someone who is a citizen and has lived here for 40yrs. Kudos to you guys
Akani, I really gbadu you. You are such a unique man. You worth your salt. You are just natural and real without any element of "forming" or pretence. I couldn't help subscribing
Lol he is funny lol shey oyinbo yen correct.
I recently moved to Canada too. I confirmed this! Settling is a big deal. Even trying to get an apartment is stressful! I was a bit frustrated a week after I got here. I even forgot to take pictures.
Thank God today is better than yesterday
Well done guys,the most authentic video so far....I'm UK based, been here since the 90's raised a family with two graduate daughters....all the best as you find your way around
Bet they are both single
@@sammyg805 and they’re probably not looking. You make it sound like being single is a bad thing. They are both graduates 🎓 and have great future a head of them. Being single or not, they for sure not going to depend on a man.
@@USSEIN_WAJEER graduation is not a guarantee to great future 😂😂😂 I have graduates working for me . They wished they didn’t accrue so much student debt when they could have moved up the ladder quicker with practical work experiences
@@sammyg805 neither does marriage brother. I’m sure they’ll sort their future out like you did yours 👍🏼
@@USSEIN_WAJEER btw my comment wasn’t to you. Not sure why you chimed in !! You the daughter?
You two couldn’t be more genuinely authentic & real than this cogent and compelling points you’ve raised 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽!
I really appreciate your advice both of you. Thanks
For your openness. I am living since 1992 almost 33 years in Germany. I'm a Yoruba woman by tribes
Recently a cousin got in contact with me by looking for me. Everything he's telling me looks perfectly with him Because he is also living in UK. What makes me curious about him is from all what he's saying about his house in Nigeria
And I'm happy for him if everything is true. Only he makes me feel as if I didn't do enough in which I don't think so about myself and my life. I was married here long time living separate from my ex husband he's German and he's the one brought me from Nigeria to Germany. On getting here we got married and was bless with a daughter who's now 29 years old and a grandson 5. Many thing happens but I thank God for at least I have my peace of mind. My daughter here is doing very well and hada great job. Also my daughter in Nigeria and my two grandson of which I left before I came to Germany.
I have done many things for my people home from sending money to bringing a lot of goods. Buying used cars for selling in Nigeria. My family mess everything
After realising that there's sometimes no matter how you do you can never satisfy them. I am looking forward to focus on my life and just need my peace so i can manage my remaining time by focusing on what's really crucial to me for the remaining time. You people just make me feel good with this topic
Thank you very much🙏✌❤
Oh no your family didn’t appreciate what you did and build more out of the little you sent. That’s so wrong but now take care of yourself.
Take care of yourself my dear. God knows you have tried.
This is brilliant! We need more honesty from our community like this 🙏🏾 God bless you both.
This is so real!
I laughed so hard here. From Nigeria to the UK!
I love that closing punchline!
Akanni is the real OG. God bless you for sharing this bro.
Awesome stuff! Love at first soundbyte. Drawing designer logos for your bro hahaha darned hilarious . Awesome life lessons, great delivery. You guys are prime viewing material. I see you guys growing into a household brand 💪🏿
Egbon Akanni is always keeping it real.. thanks for the wisdom nuggets!!
Always keeping it real!!!
Fantastic advice for new comers to the UK, well done and keep the good work up
Thanks a lot guys. I think the key lesson here is patience, focus and priority.
We just moved here and all I can say is there're a lot of things to do but priority and balance is the key to live anywhere.
Something very true that he said is that the people that you expect to help you most times will not...and it is the people that are strangers that will end up helping you . If you are can stay away from nigerians in the beginning..do so...so that you do not get played. This goes for any country you relocate to.
The Nigerians have a bad reputation so it seems
Your point on staying away from Nigerians makes no sense. My parents are Nigerians and they housed so many Nigerians stranded at the airport or in the country for many years. Although I will never do the same due to the inconvenience to us children.
I actually was reading this when he started saying it. That’s powerful
@@ajokeemmanuel4649 Good that your parents are good people and helped out fellow Nigerians in need. Now, that does not mean it is always going to be the case with other people. There are all kind of stories out there. And i did not say that one must stay away from Nigerians...i said if they can in the beginning so that they do not get played. But it is O.K.
I am glad to be listening to this,I think people should hear this even before they decide to sell everything they have to come the UK.By the Grace of God We’ve been here for years and settled (lol)I am embarrassed by the lack of knowledge of many people who are coming here lately.They are putting themselves in awkward conditions,developing a lot of stress related conditions.
The couple are telling the truth.Do your homework,most of the Naira will not go a long way here.Always have someone who can truly guide you.
Thanks
Love, love, love you guys. Very practical and honest advice. Please listen to this couple. If you do what they are saying, you will make it in UK and save. Wish I could hug you both. ❤❤❤.
You just got a subscriber cos I like the fact that Akanni is so blunt,like no filter
I always say-travelling is an itch-by all means scratch it. But buyer beware! Thank you for the splash of reality for those with wisdom to listen and be guided. My experience is from the North American side of things US/Canada but what your are saying are facts that are underplayed until it hits you like a freight train.
I rarely comment on these forums but Akanni and April are the best. Well done. I wanted to say this to encourage us all. I came to the UK over 20 years ago and with the blessings of God, hard work tenacity, the right people surrounding me I now earn about £260k per annum, take home £15k per month as Director of Law/General Counsel for a company. I say this humbly but I wanted to share my experience so people can see that it's possible. When I arrived over 22 years ago my husband refused for me to do any job that was unprofessional. He would say don't do jobs that lead to a dead end, be patient. He was giving me £25 a week allowance then,lol! I went back to school qualified as a lawyer and started from the bottom. The problem we have as Nigerians is we don't work together. The Indians help each other a lot. I refused to change my career even when friends we studied law together went into I.T because it was paying more tham my roles then. hubby and I also invested in property etc. Do you know you can earn 10% interest on some fixed deposit in the UK? But there is a minimum amount, research all these things. There are genuine property companies and hotels that you can invest in. Invest in gold. Hubby encouraged me all the way and we are surrounded by Nigerians of the same mindset, believe me there are lots of Nigerians I know earning over £250k even up to £1m. Banks, oil companies in the UK, car companies, even Tescos and co pay their directors well. My husband became a VP in an American bank before he left to another organisation. It is very possible. There are several free It training that you can research, Jesus House church runs fee IT training, make inquiries. I also know some people that work remotely for US companies. Please open your eyes to opportunities.God will bless us all.
Thank you for sharing your story. Wow! What an inspiration! What a journey! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
Great
I believe strongly I will achieve same
While agreeing there are people earning as much as you've stated here ie £1M per annum, we should be mindful of how information we put out here help people manage their expectations. It is noteworthy to state that with an income of £260k per annum, you belong to the top 0.5% earners which is obviously way above the mean.
While motivating people to aim higher, small details like this will help them manage expectations. Shalom
Although I do agree with your statement that people should aim higher in life, people at the bottom still need to be in better conditions. If everyone gets a high paying job who’s gonna do our bins or fill up the Tesco shelves.
Good counsel.
The car part, please be careful with those £700 car, you could spend a whole lot working on the car and it would have been better if you did pay a higher amount for a car.
Consider insurance, road tax.
Save, it is good but for somethings, spend so you won’t spend more in the name of saving
Raw truth....enitobaleti kogbo.......thanks guys for being so real and factual. We apparently think the same way. This is how I advice my siblings that are intending to come in.....harsh realities though ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
💯You know this!!
Hi April & Akanni, I am a Yoruba guy living in Switzerland. This is your first video I watched and my first youtube comment. This is the most reality video mehn. @Akanni actually feel like you my twin brother living in UK.
Your blend of English,Yoruba & Pidgin for me is Sweet.
Let me know when you visit Switzerland 🇨🇭. Ciao
Waoh! Common sense o common at all... you guys said it all, nice and explicit. Its not only applicable to U.K, its a live experience. Thanks guys... Thumbs up!
You are so inspirational guys because you tell it as it is. I wish so many people from back home can see this. You have to change your mind completely when you come to live in the UK. I remember when I first arrived at age 18 and I made a few long distance phone calls back to my country Swaziland. When the bill came I was asked if I had made those calls and I lied and denied it. Then I was told that if you are going to live with us it's not going to work if you tell us lies and we tell you lies. It had never occurred to me that the phone company logs all calls. From that day I wised up. I also wish that people could take some time to fully understand how the law works here because if you get on the wrong side of it it will be on your record for ever. Back in Africa people will sometimes lash out and hit people who are being a nuisance but if you ever hit anybody here you will find yourself in front of a judge with a GBH case hanging over your head. So just don't hit anybody and walk away from bad situations. And lastly, please don't fight random strangers on the streets. There are lots of dangerous people out there who will take your life without a second thought. There was a very sad case recently where a Deliveroo guy was killed on the streets because he got involved in a road rage with a car. Had he walked away his family would still be enjoying his company. So walk away please no matter how angry you are!!
The last part- stay away from crazy people!
Finally, I met a Swazi here living in the UK. Do you have a channel @ernestfakudze?
@@nothandodlamini90 sorry sisi whenever I post a reply to you my comment gets deleted, not sure why😰 Let's connect on LinkedIn pls. Just search for me.
Very beautiful and smart people talking Wisdom, life is in stages, now the next stage is to go back and give back to the motherland. You have all the right reasons to do so....but on a serious note...you guys are fine people sha
Hi both, just came across this channel and wanted to hear you both out. Absolute foundation, even for me who has lived here for a while, life can throw anything to you. Discipline is everything in the UK. YOU PAY FOR EVERYTHING YOUBUSE INN THE UK-PERIOD
Can I add that never ask a fellow Nigerian for advise especially those ones that came into the UK and hustled through out. They feel everyone came into this country to suffer like them.
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I like comments like this 😂
In the UK you are on your own from day one.
Sad life to live, why do people live comfort of their homes for the uk
thanks for being real. omo Nigeria rere!
I am enlighten, this is my first time here
New sub, this advice is more than gold. Not just for those in the UK but everywhere. One needs to be self disciplined and focused. Don't do things because others are doing.
Mr Akanni is so real and I understand where he's coming from. I've learnt alot especially from you two. Thanks a lot
You're real people giving real advise. Stick with your real message. I'm in Texas and have a lot of young ones back in Naija. I've sent them this link.
Hehe
I was in Europe and I saw the tough life .
I just respect myself .
Thank you guys.
Please go on to Facebook and spread the gospel
Many Nigerian youths think , going abroad willrnd their problems.
Mostly, some parents push their children to this.
Very panthetic.
Haha.. He kept so real 😂😂😂 I wish he lied but óto ọ̀rọ̀ lòun soun. Take it from me who lived as a student in UK and now live in the states.. Not one single lie.. Story longgg!! Kashamadupe!! 😊
Akanni is just so real 😊 the Yoruba hits hard! Kudos to you guys for this amazing episode. I learned a lot
Thank you 🙏🏾
I got an advice from someone I was linked with professionally about VAT when I came newly. It cost me £10,000 because he said I did not need to register for VAT as I was running my own limited company. It turns out the guy had some criminal tendencies which I did not know then and he did not care for the law. I have since parted ways with him and I find things out for myself.
Your video has provided a lot of insights into what to expect relocating to the UK. Mid of 2023 I am relocating to the UK to pursue my PhD and I will be accompanied by my husband and our son.
Advice: make sure you have child care for your son in place before you arrive UK. Child care in the UK is big business and very expensive.
@@pricelessjezra5833 thanks I am under full phd scholarship which comes with it
Congrats, do you know a thing about any master's scholarship?
@@asogwajosephjr2438 Sure am aware the commonwealth master scholarship is opened but closing in two days time. You can also check out Chevening which will be closed sometime in November. All the best
Everything Said here is not only applicable to the UK, it is applicable to everywhere in the world. If you do not Live according to your earnings anywhere in the world you will be in debt.
nothing special about living in the UK, its like living anywhere else, if you can set your priorities and stick with them you will be fine.
PS: Crime pays till you get caught so don't bother committing it here in the UK you will be caught.
Work Smart not hard, do any job available to you no matter how lowly you think it is, and most important advise, Have good connection.
Do not be the smartest person you know and always have friends who have better experience in the UK than you, the people you move with really determine how much success you will gain here.
AND ALWAYS HELP PEOPLE WITH ADVICE not MONEY!!!!
Wow, u guys earned a subscriber today, simple and straight forward messages, no sugarcoating. Thanks Sis n Bro, e gbayi 👏🏾
I love the way you put it straight. Wisdom is profitable to direct. Thank you my people.
Well detailed explanation of the harsh realities of living in U.K..
Kudos to you for this amazing work 👏🏾
Hey guys! Great job with the information you’ve dished out in this video.
Just a little suggestion - maybe try putting English subtitles for the statements you make in Yoruba (you’ve got viewers from soooo many other ethnicities).
Rara ooo...its coded
That's true.. Needful cos its international ..
He translates it as much as possible
Secondly there is no literal translation for most of those statements
Very nice video.
U both speak the truth.
Don't play God and live a simple honest life.
Nice couple.
Heavens blessings.
He said it’s not like the credit card is on the counter for you to go and pick.
That cracked me up 😂
Well done Couple… Love you guys!
My brother you have said it all, those who have ears let them. Again thanks for being honest on your platform, because must Nigeria platform don't tell their viewers the whole truth just because they want more viewers or subscribers regarding relocating to the UK or any other country.
Will the viewers listen???🤣🤣🤣 I have seen a comment now fighting them for saying the plain truth ..Alot won't hear all their mind is JAPA to a land of mil and honey...You advice them,?They tag you enemy of progress...So let everyone go and see things for themselves.... Experience they say is the best teacher...Good or bad
Straight Facts!!!The Video is highly Informative,Impactful&Detailed!Igi Ewedu oni wo pawa ooo!Keep Soaring like An Eagle Guys.
I am a new subscriber, who just moved to the UK for study and i must say i learnt one or two from your video
I am a American but I love your channel. You guys keep it real. I wish you both all the luck in the world.
Hey
Felt reluctant to click on the video but it has been really helpful
Thanks guys❤️
Lol!!! Well said. I work in the property sector helping mature students and migrant workers with their property in the U.K. and it’s not easy!!!
Omo! I love the reality of the video...
APRIL, your husband is so so funny. Kudos to both of you! Well said! Keep up the good work
Brilliant video. I explain this to people and they feel resentful that you are speaking the truth. To accumulate money and save in the uk is tough going! If you can try and invest back home, but don’t rely on people to be honest oooooooo. If you can travel back and forth go do your own investment.
I seem to like this man, he is not embarrassed to ask if his english is right from his wife. I like him
Great content 😊from this duo, very real, tell them if they will hear, wish you guys all the best, new fan
Thank you A & A for keeping it 100.
There’s so much sincerity riddled over this video and I do appreciate you guys.
Cheers
Wow! I can literally call you my Uncle. E se egbon. Thanks Sir
Nice one guys....Great words of wisdom!
My first time commenting on RUclips!!! Trust me Akoni u r REAL!!!!!!!!!!! We shld link up i love u guys…i will surely subscribe now!!! Keep winning guys
Why am I just getting to know this channel??? these man is funny ehn...it's the sweet Yoruba for me...Plus he is reaaaaally hitting the nail on the head
Amazing advice... You guys are so real.. More Blessings..
This is superb awesome, I believe in hard work yet there must be a priority and plans to make with sense
Immigrate is always tough: if you think somebody will come and help you , think again. It takes time to build to a social network. To have saved money is a must. If you are a weak person who don't know how to handle money, don't emigrate. I have done it twice and it was a lot of work both times despite the fact I already spoke the language.
Kura ni bobo yi ooooo 😂 😂 😂 😂. I totally understand it. People no sabi as things be for here. Even as an Irish citizen of African origin, it's still not an easy thing
This is one of the best story I have heard on RUclips.
My best video so far.. you just gained a follower 🥰🥰
Akanni is hilarious yet everything he said makes sense
Ọmọ! Laugh don carry me go where I no know 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣.
I love love love how Mr. Akanni is saying it undiluted with that 'lirrle' bit of Yoruba here & there 😂.
Thanks for the advice. It's golden!
E kare sir and ma 👏. I have a sister who's desperate to go o, and she's so Nigerian that I'm afraid for her. I don't see her conforming at all.
It's partly the fault of people living in diaspora, alot of them pretend and don't tell the realities and struggles because they like to look good. IF most people in diaspora tell the truth like you do, things will be better.
Well Said!!!! God bless you for this video. Nice one
Great ideas, very on point and you both personalities are real valued and appreciated. Thank you!
Thank you so much. Am so blessed by your advice. Thank you again..
I enjoyed your video although I didn’t get the Yoruba advice. People need to understand harsh realities and myths of living in the UK. You have done a great job on educating people that intend to travel. The media has a way of showing you the luxury and not reality.
WA o this is reality and really applaud both of you understanding each other
I just got stocked in this video, I bumped into. I love this reality, thanks for this info
You are so welcome!
I can relate to your yoruba very deeply. Thanks for keeping things real. I really appreciate.
Many thanks. Please do a video on moving to the UK with family
I love your sincerity. This is my first time of seeing this video and I already love you guys
If you want to Immigrate, ask God first...if you don't, what you see is what you get. ALWAYS ASK GOD FIRST!
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What does it mean to tap? April said she almost got arrested because she didn't tap before moving from one location to another...or something.
Thanks for being so beautifully candid.
Really insightful video... Akanni has such a great sense of humor 😄😄
I have to give it up to you brother you're a human being thank you
This guy is me am him😅...Always making sure the big grammar isn't used out of place...lovely couple
Things have changed so much over the years in the 1990s there was a lot of easy money but oirbpeople did not this k of investing or thinking forward . Now things have changed and you have think on your feet now wothnthe cost of living crisis and all uncertainties disposable income is reduced but people at home think sending money is still the same . I think that a lot of people will reign their remittances to preserve themselves before they preserve some else
Not sure how I got this video recommended to me lol - Born in England and I agree with everything you say you spend money so easily here be careful with your finances
I completely agree. The same applies to Canada. Exact same process
Just came accross your channel. Great topic and discussion. Preeeach!
Your video showed up on my page, so I watched it. Well said about real life in the UK. I hope that you both prosper and enjoy your life here.
I just like this husband, so real 😆. God bless you guys
True talk stop talking to too many people, na en make me I just dey on my dey jeje oo. Here rules apply 100%
Yes!!!
Me I’m grateful for free health care and education which is very important so I can’t complain
Thanks April & A. This is good advise. I learnt a lot from the video. I really got the main points