Mhennnnn speaking of been super lucky funny how I have always wished for same thing 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 big congrats nigeria is a beautiful country but the world is more beautiful and sadly not all get to see this some day I too will be super lucky traveling the world is a big dream I too want well cause am an adventurer and always want to see more Congrats again bro 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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Watching Tayo as a Ghanaian from 2019 has really helped changed my perspective of things. Lost my twin sister 2019 and fell into depression. I became very suicidal until one day i opened RUclips and saw a video from Tayo “Amazing Life of the MAASAI PEOPE of Kenya” changed the direction of my life. I saw a reason to keep following my dreams and live to make myself proud. Tayo has been a big influence to my life. Him documenting his journey has helped me pick up my mobile camera and start creating, learning and developing on cinematic storytelling and skill sets. Thank you Tayo Aina❤️. Tho you may not see this You really have saved my life.
Wow, amazing testimony. Sorry for your loss, Im sure your twin will be smiling down at you. Thanks for sharing and keep pushing. Your dreams are valid. Thank you Tayo Aina!
@@sigane9351 aren’t you African too? No room for negativity here. I’m Somali and African and I love my fellow Africans, I know you would say that we Somalis are Arab but let’s agree to disagree 😊
I am originally from Trinidad and Tobago and thus have a Caribbean passport. A few years ago I was taking my mom to Croatia (no visa requirement for us in the EU) and I remember immigration holding us back as the officer could not believe that we were neither British or American and yet we needed no visa. She called her supervisor as she was still in disbelief and the supervisor said please just stamp their passport and let them through. Then I realised how fortunate we are. Am happy for you and we open our arms to you and accept you as a Afro Caribbean brother.
Trinidad and Tobago are in America, my sweet sister, The United States is only one country in America, have you ever heard of the OAS, go and google it and read up on it history on it's own website, and there is a regional financial institution called the IDB, which stands for the Inter American Bank. These are the trivial things that we've learnt as children, however in brief mention, as our educator are unaware of what it is they are really teaching us, then there are those government officials, who are trying to indoctrinate us to a delusional existence, because of their horrible experiences growing up and living during the colonial ruling era. So now you know, you are America, you are just from one country, in a collective region called the Caribbean, and a wider region called the West Indies, remember these things.
@@thelivingroom6172 How do you think it's discrimination? It isn't. It is just quite unusual for many small nations (citizens), particularly Island nations, to not need a visa to go into many countries, not just re Europe. It's only about re where (would think) visas be required, and not. That's all. There are some other Nations passports besides British & U.S. Passports that you won't need a visa, for Some countries, but of the 200+ Nations most of those (citizens) will require a visa to visit most countries. [Google the 'Countries Passports Index' & best to have (top will surprise), & scroll down to see which aren't so good - there's a few that will surprise, down that end. My country's passport can get you into a number of countries without a visa, but my next door neighbour not only got stopped as didn't have visa (when didn't need one), but didn't even get into a country. Definitely no racism. And his girlfriend was ok'd in, as she had a different country's passport as is a Dual Citizen. Even when might not need a visa, depends how long will be there, & for my country it's max 90 days (can be non consecutive, but no more than for total of one 6 month period) for 27 EU countries. Other EU, need a visa. The U.S. (short-terms) visa waiver program applies to only 40 countries. [Includes Croatia] EU's is split into regions, so may need for one region, but not another. [I think that may be what caused the confusion for custom's officer]. Also, while may not need a visa, for some places, very often do require a Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA/ETA) instead. Go to your own government's information site/s, find re travel/visas, & it may surprise you where you need a visa for, & where you don't. The countries included or excluded re any particular country's passport & if need a visa if coming from there, changes all the time. In 2019 may not needed a visa, in 2024 may **My comments Only relate to Staceymet's comment, that you replied to. They do NOT relate to the video. [As always re international travel, don't use any comment on social media as being great info re passports, visas, etc & of course make sure to check thoroughly requirements relevant]
That friend that said he will give you the first $1000 out of 150k is a diamond standard friend. So happy for you. Having two passports does make it much easier to travel in the world. Come to Canada soon, I will host you 🙏🏾
@@youpedia4614 with the St Kitts Passport, getting a visa becomes a piece meal to countries that require visa when compared to the hassles if using the Nigerian passport.
Congratulation Tayo, you made me cry. 40 years ago I was living in the country that would not allowed me to travel anywhere - and that was the only thing I wanted to do. So I planned an escape for 3 years and execute it. Now I have a US passport. I started travel to get to know my new country and so far I visited 48 US states. The message to all : If there is a will - there is a way !!!
Personally, it's that part where you had a conversation with your money friend who eventually offered to be the first person to start the countdown to 150 $1000 payments. These kind of friends are always worth having anytime. Cheers to your new level, Tayo. You're blessed!
That’s Nigerians for you mate. We are too generous. It’s unimaginable how a cultured, caring and respectful people like Nigerians are still experiencing all these problems and lack of opportunities especially at home.
Watching from St Kitts and Nevis and I am happy to have you as a new citizen! I was born and raised in St Kitts and Nevis so welcome home brother. The population of St Kitts and Nevis is over 98% black African so many people here look like Nigerians, you will feel at home when you visit. I subscribed to your channel years ago and was inspired by you and other African RUclipsrs such as Wode Maya to start my channel so I was shocked when I saw this video! If you want to know more about St Kitts and Nevis let me know brother.
SHAME ON YOU AS A KITTITIANS FOR VALIDATING THIS DECEPTION. YOU GUYS ARE IN FOR ONE RUDE AWAKENING1 YOU ARE GIVING CCESS TO YOUR COUNTRY WITHOUT PROPER METHODS. THERE IS A REASON WHY A US, UK, EUROPEAN, AND ASIAN PASSPORT IS NOT SO ACCESSIBLE. ASK YOURSELF HAVE THIS GUY EVER VISITED YOUR COUNTRY. DID HE EVEN KNOW IT EXISTED? DOES HE SINCERLY CARE ABOUT KITTITIANS AND NEVISIANS? THE ONLY REASON HE IS TALKING ABOUT YOU GUYS S HE WANTS ACCESS TO THE WOLRD AND YOUR PASSPORT GIVES HIM IT. THIS IS NOT GOOD FOR SI. KITTS AND NEVIS. THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT GOOD FOR THE CARIBBEAN. PROTECT YOUR BORDERS SIR.
@@traceecoltes2460The world should be borderless. Shame on you for denying your fellow black brother. If you are black you are African no matter what your false history taught you
Though am from Nigeria, but i love the fact that Carribeans are commenting very well here and they even called u there brother regardless of your colour and status
I don’t know you, but I am so happy for you. I’m from Greece, I’ve never imagined something given to us by birth would mean so much to others. I’m happy I got to see this video and I’m now more grateful for what I have after watching it
Yes, as a greek, your birthright to some over here is a privilege that can’t be afforded. As a cinematography who plans to journey around Europe, I just acquired a property in Athens for the sake of permanent residency in Greece. It cost me my life’s savings, but its worth it😊
@@TajirnewsBack few some 60, 70 or 50 years ago they came to our continent looted the natural resources built their homelands and now set strict rules that only punish us! During thier time of fraud they were colonizing us and dealing us as if they own our land! The W*est is the true de*vil on earth! They r criminals and cruel pple today they still blame us and the muslims even they are the ones doing the mistakes in the world but no issue our time will truely come, just let's go to work guys and not give up; we will make it too!
Congratulations. Seeing a Nigerian documenting the world is a breath of fresh air. Only those from America, UK and others enjoy the privilege due to the power of their passports. Watching travel documentaries since I was young made me fall in love with seeing the world not just through the lens of a camera but with my own eyes. Hope to achieve that one day.
Get yourself a drink on me. Thank you for the entertainment and the humbling experience. I was extremely fortunate to be born in the UK. So can travel anywhere. Although I’m ashamed of what many of our governments are currently doing. I think your government should be paying you. You’re doing an amazing job of dispelling the lies we get told about many countries by our media. Massive respect 6
@@BlackBeauty-yl8uq yes, but he's exempted of visas from most countries. And he's very very unlikely to get denied a visa from countries that require one, unlike with other passport like the nigerian one.
Wow.... Amazing. Congratulations, Tayo. You are smart, focused, and resilient. You inspire a lot of young Africans. The travelling limitations on Nigerians are really frustrating. But you WON. I am a Nigerian watching from China 🇨🇳...
Welcome brother !!! St.kitts & Nevis is one federation, happy to have you as a citizen I also love your documentaries . I am acitizen of St.kitts & Nevis and from watching this video you made me realize how privilege I am, so I going to do just like you and start travelling the world .Thanks for the eye-opener.RESPECT!!!
Love this, I love your content, it is wholesome and i see you evolving. Can’t wait to show my 4 yr old son these videos so he can see someone that looks like him traveling the world and telling beautiful stories about the people you meet.
As a Syrian who carries the worst passport in the world(literally, Syrian passport currently the worst passport on the list with only 6 countries VISA-FREE!!) I can tell how grateful you are for having a new passport. Bro I'm so happy for you.
It's not easy to have friends who are so supportive. That your friend that first supported you with $1000 and advised you on how to get the rest is a gem. Congratulations Tayo.
Friend like this is so rare, I can remember the year I acquired a Bahrain 🇧🇭 visa 2022,I can’t even get just $500 to add up for my flight booking💔😔 I pray GoD give everyone watching this video a good supportive people around them who can always have their back 🤲🏼
Hi! This opened my eyes, I’m from St. Kitts and literally just renewed my passport for like $25, I don’t want to take it for granted. This has given me hope to travel the world instead of just staying complacent. Welcome to being a citizen of my country State Kitts & Nevis. Wishing you much success, safety, and freedom of movement around the world! 🎉
as a holder of the US passport i always used to take the ease of traveling for granted, now I understand how valuable this is. Thanks for sharing and congrats!
@@patriciaekpenyong6462 You need to live there legaly for 5 years, or 3 years if you marry an American citizen. If you don't live in Europe, you have more chance winning the green card lottery in your country. So inform yourself on how to participate to this lottery in your country. If you're a university student in your country, look at youtube videos to see if there's a way to come to study in the US for very little money in a community college. If you succeed, try to meet a nice American boy that you like and treat him well. Maybe he'll marry you 😁
not to forget worst tax system in the world. You have to report taxes whether you live in the US or not. (unless you renounce it). Uncle Sam is never done with you.
I am born a US citizen but always felt that i belonged somewhere else. You made ne realize that I AM a World citizen and will continue my travels throughout the world. May your journeys continue to enlighten many.
I am British of Caribbean decent and i have been quite blind to the struggles of Africans who wanted to travel as i never had this issue myself. This video opened my eyes. Im so sorry you went through this and im also sorry to other Nigerians who face this difficulty! But welcome to the Caribbean brother! We welcome you and I hope you visit St Kitts very soon and showcase the beautiful island and the Caribbean to your subscribers. Good luck on your journeys!
He said he was struggling with a Nigerian passport, not an African passport. Not all African passport holders suffer as our brother. Unfortunately, our brothers and sisters from Nigeria are terribly unfairly discriminated against whenever they want to travel around the world but please do not say the "..the struggles of Africans who wanted to travel..." as I said before, not all African passports struggle like that.
That applies to most African passports unfortunately😢we need visas to travel to almost anywhere in the world, even within African. Our passports can never equate to British, American and other European passports. Wether your are South african Egyptian, Morrocan, Namibian, Botswanan etc
@@rodgerspalai5056 It's because British, American and Europeans will most certainly return home. Whereas Nigerians will be less likely to return home, they will make refugee claims, and burden the social welfare systems of other countries. Makes sense, right? Travel is one thing. Obtaining a tourist visa to enter a country and not leave is another. Have you heard what is happening with the USA's southern border and in Europe?
In a world where curiosity often takes a backseat to routine, Tayo has dared to be different, embracing the unknown, for within its depths lie the keys to unlocking innovation, inspiration, and transformation. Now Tayo is sharing pictures with THE WORLD, venturing into uncharted territories, fueled by an insatiable thirst for knowledge (of the world and the beauty thereof). Thank you for being a nation in your own right through which the world is viewed with an inspirational lens, laced with truth, love, trust and unity. You are a river of inspiration ❤
I just love the part where you said "I started by documenting Lagos, then I documented Nigeria, now i want to document the world." The thought that immediately came to my mind was "start small, start with what you have. Thats how you grow." Goosebumps everywhere lol. As a young Nigerian who is literally "starting life" as they say, this is so inspiring. Really lovely to see how far you've come Tayo, and I look forward to seeing you continue flying! Congratulations on becoming Nigerian- Kittitian! 🥳❤
I’ve been watching you for years and it is so amazing to see how you have evolved throughout the years. It is beautiful to see people create the script for their own story without letting circumstances and the negatives of life get them down. You are a living testimony and your life is an inspiration to others who came from nothing. It allows them to see someone who was once just like them and was able to elevate in life. It allows others to dream big, the same way you did. You planted that seed a long time ago and now you’re enjoying the harvest. Well done!
THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH WANTING A BETTER LIFE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU WORK FOR IT. THERE IS NOTHING INSPIRING ABOUT EXPLOITING OTHERS IN ORDER FOR YOU TO GAIN THAT BETTER LIFE. THIS MAN WHO YOU ARE SO PROUD KNEW NOTHING ABOUT ST KITTS AND NEVIS. HE IS NOT A TRUE NATIONAL AS HE WAS NOT BORN,. HE HAS NEVER LIVE THERE NOR CONTRIBUTED ANYTHING TO THEIR COUNTRY. HIS SOLE PURPOSE IS TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE WORLD AND HIS NIGERIAN PASSPORT PREVENTS IT. SO WHAT DOES HE DO HE FINDS THE MOST VULNERABLE TO GET WHAT HE WANTS. WHY DIDN'T HE PURCHASE A PASSPORT FROM ANOTHER AFRICAN COUNTRY/ COULD IT BE BECAUSE ITS NOT ACCESSIBLE? EXPLOITATION OF US CARIBBEAN PEOPLE IS NOT THE WAY.
Im so happy for you as a fellow black African and respect this story because 1. You didnt scam anyone, cheat or do anything illegal to get the passport - worked hard to raise your own money 2. You came up with a smart solution- never knew about this method of getting a stronger passport 3. Doing this you opened our eyes on just how discriminating and hateful the world is to Africa based on our skin colour and economic situation, our people are all being painted with the same discriminating and ignorant brush by the wider world. This is why Ive decided to follow you, cant wait to see an African like me travel the world for a change - Well done my brother.
St Kitts and Nevis are Black people, like yourself, a very small island in the Caribbean. It's not about skin colour with this one it's the bad reputation Nigerians have globally. Sorry to tell you most of y'all painted yourself into this corner.
Saw your video how you got your Caribbean Passport and travelled the world and explore. This is great man! I love it. Kudos, well done & cheers 👌 Am with you in the campaign of having a thousand followers 👊. Love your courage, enthusiastic, determination and energy.
As a black American who just got their passport last year, I didn’t know how privileged I was until I started hearing stories like yours. I’m happy for you from America and hope to see you on your travels.
I don't understand your privilege. You can only travel within the USA without a passport so I don't get what you are trying to say. I got my passport very late, I was 16 years old before that, I had never travelled before into another country.
@@tweetyslife253 I understand what she is conveying. It is a privilege to have American passport. This is coming from a person who travelled a great deal.
Watching your journey since 2018 really reflects the entire narrative of "a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". Thank you Tayo for showing us the world in your own image.
I am so happy to see you got your Caricom passport. Welcome brother visit the Caribbean islands and South American Countries. Your Nigerian Ancestral family is here!
You do tell really great stories! And by sharing your story of the pain you experienced through discrimination, you help me to appreciate my own freedom to travel the world that I have taken for granted. I have traveled to nearly 20 countries and have now lived in six. Thank you! 🙏
I am super happy for you. I’m from Barbados and have traveled to over 50 countries on my passport without any issues. We are even visa free in 166 destinations around the world. But I can empathize with the struggle of others and I felt really happy for you getting some freedom. May God continue to bless you and welcome to the Caribbean 🎉
This got me emotional. Imagine having all this potential only to be limited by your nationality. I’m genuinely happy for you Tayo, it’s worth every penny...And to everyone out there with great dreams but limited in any way, may you break free from your limitations, Amen.
I genuinely got emotional watching this Tayo. There’s so much that is being denied Nigerians because we are Nigerian. I’m really happy you’re forcing your way through the world and its barriers. You’re a shining light to the rest of us Nigerians who only want to live right, achieve the lofty goals we’ve set for ourselves and affecting the world positively. Keep going Tayo!
bro, I am literally crying watching this video. I can feel that pain you experienced. I am recently got denied from US and Canada because of holding Pakistani passport, I know there are many other factors to get denied but passport plays a major role in it. I literally cried whenever I got denied but I am not loosing my hope and I am not stop trying.........
What about trying other countries like the UK, or even a European country like Finland or whatever. Once you live enough in those country to be a citizen, you'll be able to travel to the US or Canada, and try to apply for a job and get residency there. I'm not saying that's your case, but in my opinion, some people are sometimes too fixated in one or two countries instead of broadening their horizons. There are many immigrants in France that live in the forest and try every single day to illegaly cross the border to England. We have the same standard of living in France but it looks like to them they're in a third world country and England is a first world country and that's where they need to go. I know they have a much bigger community in the UK, but still. Instead of puting their strenght into making a life in France and once they get residency or citizenship they could more easily cross the border and carry on with their lives in England. Anyway, good luck to you. But broaden your horizons. I've been to Canada not in the US, but no country is a Paradise. Most first world countries have the same living standard. If you want to stick to your community, like many who come to Europe, the best place is to stay in your country. That's logical.
@@maxbilo6191 He's in Pakistan, how can HE get to those countries you mentioned without a visa? LOL UK is the toughest country when it comes to apply visa. You can come here by crossing the English channel illegal, or buy paying so much money to come to study. Both way it will cost him a fortune.
@@eliasnavytanga I didn't say he doesn't need a. visa to get to those countries. My point is, if he's being denied a visa for the USA and Canada, maybe he should open his mind for other destinations. As for the UK for being one of the toughest countries to apply for a visa, I have no idea, but I trust you on that one. I mentioned the UK just as an example of a possible candidate among other European countries and because english is spoken. I wasn't to say it was easy to get a visa out that he should specifically try to apply for a visa for the UK. The point was just to say that he should try other destinations and not to focus with a couple that have already denied him. Anyway good luck to him.
Bro it's not funny at all, I think passport plays 80-90% role in visa issuance. There's this common saying in my place which says "those who had their kernels cracked by a benevolent spirit, should not laugh at others who didn't have theirs cracked" this saying, depicts alot. I have been denied not less than 3times at 3 different countries embassies or visa centres. Once one is born a Nigerian! You are trailing destiny/life/basic needs of life behind with almost 10 goals. What an unbalanced, unjust world! . However, I'm inspired and have got goosebumps by your story and 'never-say-never' determination and/or attitude. It's well, even inside well bro ❤ cheers
Congratulations Tayo🎉 Your grit & determination earned you this despite the financial constraints. No human should face discrimination but unfortunately we Nigerians are top of the list. You’re an inspiration to us all who are in the quest for our freedom and you’ve shown there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. 2024 is a year of exploration and I can’t wait to see your videos of South Korea
Thank you for investing in our small island! I too am from St. Kitts and I'm a huge fan of your videos! Continue the great work!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳
I hope your still happy when more restrictions are added to our travel as more people so easily access our passport. Soon visas will be harder for born caribbean citizens to get 😂 lets see what next government's would sell.
Congrats man. I've been subscribed for a little bit and love seeing the growth, and I hope for much more. I am from St. Kitts (SK as we like to call it lol) but live in Florida now. I am so happy my little island's passport is able to ease some of your travel hurdles, and in turn your investment will go a long way to help my (now our) people. Welcome my Kittitian brother, connected by history and now by nationality as well 😁🇰🇳
This is the first time in this channel. This gentleman is a fantastic storyteller! I'm happy that your dreams are becoming a reality. Best wishes from Panama.
Congratulations TAYO! You see that friend who offered to kick off with the first $1000? He is the real one! That’s a dream builder right there. I love him - pls give him a hug when next you see each other.❤
Spot on! Someone who believes in the dream and doesn't think it's "your fantasy" like everyone would say. Such an inspiring video Tayo I really loved how you portray the struggle we face as Nigerians travelling to realize our BIG dreams, how you highlight another avenue to making this a reality and the queue jitters of being examined or stopped over. Wonderful thing you're doing! Hope your channel grows beyond your wildest expectations opening up opportunities for you.
As an African American congratulations to you. This is beautiful. The ability to travel the world is freedom. In the future I hope the perspective of Nigerians change, but finding a way to control your future is remarkable and should not be taken for granted.
I am so deeply happy for you Tayo!!! We are in the UK and our children are American born and do not go through this. Our children do not know what us their parents went through to get them this freedom. Tayo you are a noble son! Well done and may you go beyond the sky with this new passport. May St Skitts Carribean prosper so greatly because you came!👑🕊🦅💫🏴🇺🇸🇬🇧🇳🇬🏦
This warmed my heart in no small way. One thing that stood out to me, is how you first got the necessary information you need, then went ahead to work towards it. To your subscribers and followers, you were just putting out content back to back from 2022 - November 2023, but what we couldn’t see was the big picture - to be able to apply for the better passport. That part brought tears to my eye, as I could relate personally. It encouraged me to stay focused on the big picture, while putting in all the necessary work (eg: applying for my Masters, while utilizing all my skills to raise as much money as I can to start my application). Thank you for sharing your journey with us Tayo, and a very big CONGRATULATIONS to you! 🥳
This video is full of emotions from the previous frustrations to finally getting a passport that allows you to do what you love without fear or worry. Congratulations brother! This is just a stepping stone to greater things.
I was born in de caribbean on an island that belongs to a europe country, looking at your video caused some tears to roll and also goosebumps, and make me realize how privileged i am. Congratulations.
You are a bot. Aren't you. He was able to buy his freedom simply because he had the money to do so. Unfortunately my ancestors could not buy their freedom from the Transatlantic slave trade. How about that? Do you even have the money to travel within your country? You are being simplistic. You probably still don't own land because it belongs to the crown. They continue to keep the natives poor and dependant on these so-called European countries for handouts. Furthermore, it's not European lands. They stole it from the arawaks! OECS member here!
@KJ-bl6nq: So you all deleted my comment? Are you a bot poster for this channel? The irony of your statement is this. you not telling the whole truth! "make me realize how privileged i am" Firstly, the Caribbean belonged to the Arawaks it was stolen by the Europeans! What privilege? Do you own land? Can you pay for your passage to travel within your country? You all need to stop glamorising this while the descendants of slaves still struggle in the Caribbean. While at the same time the descendants of those who enslaved us now enjoy freedoms that we got because we wore the chains. Stop whitewashing history and glamorizing the suffering of my ancestors. Today he is free because we suffered and still suffering that we have to sell passports. Do you see the Irony? Yes and I am a member of the OECS! Tell our story before you can partake in our glory! How did we get here? We were sold by Africans. How about that? You can delete this too. I said what I said.
@@ththim7785 these are facts and I agree as an FBA. but hear me out... we have to play the cards we were delt with a poker face to win this hand. I'd rather people like him than someone buying up beach front properties and preventing the natives from accessing the beach where they make their living as they are doing right now in Jamaica. no more investors. just people there to spread love and spread the message. this is progressive for us brown folk. hopefully he can make a video for all the places he travels and give some insight on these issues the eumelinated face dealing with the fuckery. I learned something new from this video. I do NOT want a green passport lol
As an EU citizen I've always taken for granted being able to change countries very easily, without needing any visa. I truely think it's unfair that some people are not allowed in certain places just because of their origin, even though we're all humans. Congrats on your new passport.
So happy for him, I can only imagine how frustrating it is to be a filmmaker trying to tell stories all over the world with a Nigerian passport but at least that’s in the past now! Greater heights Tayo and I really hope you hit that 1 million mark soon, been suscribed for a while and I’d definitely say you really deserve it!!
I’m Ghanaian and I started my RUclips channel with my broken phone after going through all your videos. It’s amazing all these years the struggle you’ve been through to learn new cultures and show the rest of us how amazing the world is. I’ll work hard to be able to travel the world like you. Much love Tayo. Keep doing Great.
Congrats!!!! I am a Nigerian in the the diaspora and the discrimination we face because of our passport is just unbelievable. The way i was just smiling when you got the passport by mail ehn. I am genuinely happy for you!!! Explore the world!
congratulation my dear well done and I'm very happy for you have achieve your dream, I'm now a joined member of your channel, happy days. Keep going...
It’s truly heart wrenching to discover that what you’re made of can sometimes act as a deterrent to actualizing your goals and true freedom. Super happy for this milestone for you. Cheers to being free!🎉
This is such a beautiful story. I have mixed emotions; sad that something that should give us immense pride only brings unfavourable treatment, and Nigerians have to switch to alternatives to get the respect they deserve. Yet, I'm glad that some of us who have never left the country can experience a lot more places now through your amazing videos and storytelling. Congratulations!
Being an African in this world comes with a lot of challenges in Africa and internationally but I am proud of my fellow Africans who don't give up despite the friction and pressure and fight through to reach their goals and freedom. So thank you Tayo for showing us your journey, this is inspiring and I get excited to go after my dreams and yes I am commenting because I want to win the cash but on a serious note you guys are changing the narrative of Africa and Africans. Thank you. God bless you.
Tayo, “I’m American” and apparently have been taking that statement for granted because I’ve always worked so much, I didn’t even have the time to travel to see the world. I am so very happy to see you’ve become successful in obtaining your Caribbean passport. Congratulations and safe travels everywhere. Maybe we’ll see each other in different countries as I’m hoping to start my traveling journey and that’s how I found you! Best of luck to you in your future! ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉
As a Caribbean native living in the US right now, you have given me a new appreciation for my passport. Nigeria really needs to put in the diplomatic work in order to take their citizens to the next level.
That is reserved for the elites who travel abroad & they are the ones killing the Nigerian economy with corruption that indirectly penalizes the Nigerian citizens.
Well deserved, Tayo. I am a Nigerian living in Australia and have an Australian passport. I know how you must have felt when you didn't have the new passport.
You're one of the Nigerian RUclipsrs who inspired me to start my RUclips channel . Thank you for proving that anything is achieveable even as a Nigerian .
At the brink of losing hope of achieving the same dream you just had (acquiring a passport that lets me travel the world, whenever I want) I came across your channel, and from what seemed to be another day of monotony, I wanted to live again! Thanks for giving me hope! It was 150,000 dollars for you, and it would take me your video to achieve the same greatness, believing that I need to want something enough to make it come true!
Crazy how I got emotional watching this… It’s your win but it felt like it was mine too and I’m convinced so many other Nigerians who watched this felt the same way. Inspiring as always ❤
I was born in St. Kitts, and now that you're Kittian, I hope that you visit St.Kitts often and show the world how beautiful dual island nation is. 🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳
@MichaelObamedo the best advice I can give you, is to secure a job before you get there. Do your research. I can send you a link on some available jobs so to can see if your qualifications match the positions.
Can't resonate enough how tough it is for many Africans to travel the world. Hopefully things will change in the future. Thanks for sharing this Tayo and wishing you so many more journeys ahead!
I easily feel dejected and give up when faced with huge obstacles, or when I feel like I'm being dealt an unfair hand in life. This mentality has cost me many opportunities. I can only wonder what I could have been had I had your tenacity, patience and single-mindedness. This video inspires me greatly. Welcome to this new act of your life.
It's always difficult for us Nigerians and how we are treated on the international stage, but it's good to see our people from here finding ways to persevere and beat those hurdles. We are proud of you Tayo 👏
@@skqq3250Please understand even though he have that passport he will never been seen as a citizen of that country nor the Caribbean. The good thing about the passport is he can go live or work and do business in the OECS without having to apply for a work permit or stay.
I’m literally crying…🥹😭 You are such an inspiration…Waoo.. The power of consistency… Keep chasing your dreams and aspirations… They are valid… Your time will definitely come …and the blessing of good relationships!… That friend is rare gem📌🥹 Oh my God…Thank youuuu Tayo Aina
As a young Nigeria woman that is also an ardent lover of travel and tourism, I understand how huge this is for you. You’ve been an inspiring creator who has not only indirectly challenged me to start my RUclips channel, but to see the beauty in starting small and exploring my vicinity. Congratulations Tayo, cheers to even bigger moves!🥂
Your story is so inspiring. I am sixty and started to feel that my dream of traveling will be just that , a dream. Until I saw your story on this video. Your emotions through this journey were palpable. That connected with me and gave me something I haven’t felt in a while…hope. I am my family’s genealogist and was so proud to learn my father (may he rest in peace) is 40 percent of Nigerian descent, Yoruba and he’s a descendant of Ramses III, and my maternal line originated in Egypt but my most recent ancestors were from the Masa tribe of Cameroon. One day I now known I will visit my homeland and all over the world. Thank You!! God bless you on your journey.
I can't tell you how happy I am for you! You deserve it! It's so lovely that you chose to visit London after getting your Saint Kitts and Nevis passport. That's my home! I hope you enjoyed your trip, and I wish you many more exciting adventures as you explore the world and share your experiences with us!
$150k is no small money. But your story has shown us that it's doable. Thank you for sharing and Congratulations. Lacing up my boots to make this work for me too. 🎉
Dear Tayo, you met an obstacle and overcame it. It's not the first time you've done it. That's the beauty of your channel. It's inspiring. I have been inspires. You've given me inspiration worth more than $150k. I'll come back with a testimony within one or two years. Thanka.
You're not defined by your past; you're prepared by it. You're stronger, more experienced, and you have greater confidence. Thank you for inspiring a lot of us .
That is amazing!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!! Many years ago, like so many other US Americans, I would eagerly await and watch Anthony Bourdain's shows with great enthusiasm. I used to be amazed by his travels and experiences. Then one day it all came to a sudden end. AB was gone. Again, like many, it left a deep void. And for years, I surfed the TV channels and internet in pursuit of filling and satisfying that void. Then about a year or two ago, I ran into your RUclips channel and I have never left and I will never leave. Let me be clear, I am not comparing you with AB because you possess a special and a distinct natural talent that leaves me/ us viewers both thirsty and hungry for more in each and after every episode. YOU ARE TAYO AINA!!!! Someone that has left an indelible mark in my mind. You have taken us to places and done things that we totally desire and wish we can, despite our busy lives. I have travelled to all major continents, many countries and cities which I recognize having been to them but have not seen 1/10 of what you have experienced. Having viewed this episode, I see you came close to my home, me having Caribbean roots. I was born in that region of the world but I am a US American citizen. I am, however, elated for your recent development and progress which has and will open up your world to us, which will soon be our world as you explore planet earth. Many viewers have an inner curiosity about their planet which you have satisfied but keeps us coming back. Keep doing what you do. You are on top of the game and their is still room for growth. Thanks for all that you do and maybe one day in my many travels I might run into you and give a well deserved hand shake and embrace. -A Lifetime Fan
Your journey is so inspiring, not just to Nigerian creators but all Nigerians. It's beautiful and to see what one can achieve when they're determined. Amazing!
Have never travel in any country but meeting your video today has inspired me alot😢😢, I have dreams that God will make me travel around the world one day. God bless you Tayo and fulfill your dreams 🙏
See that guy that said $1,000 from 150 friends and promised to give his own share, hold him tight. He's a real one. Congratulations Tayo
In life when growing you need network and money friends 😅😅
Mhennnnn speaking of been super lucky funny how I have always wished for same thing 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 big congrats nigeria is a beautiful country but the world is more beautiful and sadly not all get to see this some day I too will be super lucky traveling the world is a big dream I too want well cause am an adventurer and always want to see more
Congrats again bro 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
He didn't say, $1000 from 150 friends, He said $1000 from 150 persons
@@Johnkennedyuwa how much is the processing fee to be paid to Respect?
The St Kitts citizenship costs $150,000 dollars, I know
You should go to China, you will be amazed and will love it
The guy that said $1,000 from 150 friends and promised to give his own share, Man's a real one for that.
lnvesting with an expert is the best strategy for a beginner's and busy lnvestors. because most failures and Iosse on usuaIIy happens when you lnvest wlthout proper guide. l'm speaking from experience
I agree to successful on investment. Having an investment advisor is the best way to go about the stock market right now. I was going solo, but it wasn't working. I've been in touch with an advisor for a while now, and just last year, I made over 80% capital growth minus dividends.
How can I participate in this? I sincerely aspire to establish a secure financial future and am eager to participate. Who is the driving force behind your success?
please how can i get to your advisor?
Google her name.
Watching Tayo as a Ghanaian from 2019 has really helped changed my perspective of things. Lost my twin sister 2019 and fell into depression. I became very suicidal until one day i opened RUclips and saw a video from Tayo “Amazing Life of the MAASAI PEOPE of Kenya” changed the direction of my life. I saw a reason to keep following my dreams and live to make myself proud. Tayo has been a big influence to my life. Him documenting his journey has helped me pick up my mobile camera and start creating, learning and developing on cinematic storytelling and skill sets. Thank you Tayo Aina❤️. Tho you may not see this You really have saved my life.
Wow, amazing testimony. Sorry for your loss, Im sure your twin will be smiling down at you. Thanks for sharing and keep pushing. Your dreams are valid.
Thank you Tayo Aina!
@@misi-s2n Thanks for the words of encouragement. They mean a lot to me. ❤️I just hope she’s proud of me.
So sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss, keep living for your twin. I lost my twin so I know your pain. We live for them!
@@srobinson35 never been the same since but i know she’s proud of me everyday.
I am from Pakistan and going through same things. Your video give me hope.
$150k and anything is possible. pakistan passport ranks 4th position from the bottom. i feel your pain.
Bro you got 75 countries 😂😂
Feel same 😂😂
@DeCaff1 huh !!!😢
Nigerians are so resilient
Despite all the struggles, they are still standing tall., May you all be happy 😊 ❤ from 🇸🇴
Shameless
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Maxaa afrikaan la salaaxay😂 war heedhe calanka dhig oo danahaaga usheego wllo😂 waxba hanagu xoqane
@@sigane9351 aren’t you African too? No room for negativity here. I’m Somali and African and I love my fellow Africans, I know you would say that we Somalis are Arab but let’s agree to disagree 😊
@@fathiacabdiy’all have to "love" not here but in the continent because love there is what we did mot see it
I am originally from Trinidad and Tobago and thus have a Caribbean passport. A few years ago I was taking my mom to Croatia (no visa requirement for us in the EU) and I remember immigration holding us back as the officer could not believe that we were neither British or American and yet we needed no visa. She called her supervisor as she was still in disbelief and the supervisor said please just stamp their passport and let them through. Then I realised how fortunate we are. Am happy for you and we open our arms to you and accept you as a Afro Caribbean brother.
This sounds like discrimination
Trinidad and Tobago are in America, my sweet sister, The United States is only one country in America, have you ever heard of the OAS, go and google it and read up on it history on it's own website, and there is a regional financial institution called the IDB, which stands for the Inter American Bank.
These are the trivial things that we've learnt as children, however in brief mention, as our educator are unaware of what it is they are really teaching us, then there are those government officials, who are trying to indoctrinate us to a delusional existence, because of their horrible experiences growing up and living during the colonial ruling era.
So now you know, you are America, you are just from one country, in a collective region called the Caribbean, and a wider region called the West Indies, remember these things.
@@thelivingroom6172 How do you think it's discrimination? It isn't.
It is just quite unusual for many small nations (citizens), particularly Island nations, to not need a visa to go into many countries, not just re Europe.
It's only about re where (would think) visas be required, and not. That's all.
There are some other Nations passports besides British & U.S. Passports that you won't need a visa, for Some countries, but of the 200+ Nations most of those (citizens) will require a visa to visit most countries.
[Google the 'Countries Passports Index' & best to have (top will surprise), & scroll down to see which aren't so good - there's a few that will surprise, down that end.
My country's passport can get you into a number of countries without a visa, but my next door neighbour not only got stopped as didn't have visa (when didn't need one), but didn't even get into a country. Definitely no racism. And his girlfriend was ok'd in, as she had a different country's passport as is a Dual Citizen.
Even when might not need a visa, depends how long will be there, & for my country it's max 90 days (can be non consecutive, but no more than for total of one 6 month period) for 27 EU countries. Other EU, need a visa.
The U.S. (short-terms) visa waiver program applies to only 40 countries. [Includes Croatia]
EU's is split into regions, so may need for one region, but not another.
[I think that may be what caused the confusion for custom's officer].
Also, while may not need a visa, for some places, very often do require a Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA/ETA) instead.
Go to your own government's information site/s, find re travel/visas, & it may surprise you where you need a visa for, & where you don't.
The countries included or excluded re any particular country's passport & if need a visa if coming from there, changes all the time. In 2019 may not needed a visa, in 2024 may
**My comments Only relate to Staceymet's comment, that you replied to.
They do NOT relate to the video.
[As always re international travel, don't use any comment on social media as being great info re passports, visas, etc & of course make sure to check thoroughly requirements relevant]
😂😂😂😂😂 true@@thelivingroom6172
They have all right @@thelivingroom6172
That friend that said he will give you the first $1000 out of 150k is a diamond standard friend. So happy for you. Having two passports does make it much easier to travel in the world. Come to Canada soon, I will host you 🙏🏾
God bless you 😇
Can't come to Canada with that passport 😊
@@youpedia4614 with the St Kitts Passport, getting a visa becomes a piece meal to countries that require visa when compared to the hassles if using the Nigerian passport.
@@youpedia4614who told you that?
@@youpedia4614but it's easier to get a visa
Congratulation Tayo, you made me cry. 40 years ago I was living in the country that would not allowed me to travel anywhere - and that was the only thing I wanted to do. So I planned an escape for 3 years and execute it. Now I have a US passport. I started travel to get to know my new country and so far I visited 48 US states. The message to all : If there is a will - there is a way !!!
What did you tell them in the court and they accepted your immigration ?
Personally, it's that part where you had a conversation with your money friend who eventually offered to be the first person to start the countdown to 150 $1000 payments. These kind of friends are always worth having anytime. Cheers to your new level, Tayo. You're blessed!
That’s Nigerians for you mate.
We are too generous.
It’s unimaginable how a cultured, caring and respectful people like Nigerians are still experiencing all these problems and lack of opportunities especially at home.
Not only worth having but being. We have to do our best to be that friend who does not only support plans with words but support also with action.
Congratulations, Tayo.
It's so heartwarming that you can travel anywhere now.
@@m77ast how much is the processing fee to be paid to Respect?
The St Kitts citizenship costs $150,000 dollars, I know
Congratulations🎉Please can I borrow it for a Day???😂
Enfa😄😄😜
😂😂😂 I'm sure you have an even more powerful passport
You’re always so funny! I love and enjoy you guys. 🌺
😂
Hahaha 😂😂😂😂😂😂 Wode Mayaaaaaaa!!!!
Watching from St Kitts and Nevis and I am happy to have you as a new citizen! I was born and raised in St Kitts and Nevis so welcome home brother. The population of St Kitts and Nevis is over 98% black African so many people here look like Nigerians, you will feel at home when you visit. I subscribed to your channel years ago and was inspired by you and other African RUclipsrs such as Wode Maya to start my channel so I was shocked when I saw this video! If you want to know more about St Kitts and Nevis let me know brother.
This is so beautiful. God bless you and all our family in St Kitts. Congratulations Tayo ❤ One love from South Africa 🇿🇦🙏🏽
SHAME ON YOU AS A KITTITIANS FOR VALIDATING THIS DECEPTION. YOU GUYS ARE IN FOR ONE RUDE AWAKENING1 YOU ARE GIVING CCESS TO YOUR COUNTRY WITHOUT PROPER METHODS. THERE IS A REASON WHY A US, UK, EUROPEAN, AND ASIAN PASSPORT IS NOT SO ACCESSIBLE. ASK YOURSELF HAVE THIS GUY EVER VISITED YOUR COUNTRY. DID HE EVEN KNOW IT EXISTED? DOES HE SINCERLY CARE ABOUT KITTITIANS AND NEVISIANS? THE ONLY REASON HE IS TALKING ABOUT YOU GUYS S HE WANTS ACCESS TO THE WOLRD AND YOUR PASSPORT GIVES HIM IT. THIS IS NOT GOOD FOR SI. KITTS AND NEVIS. THIS IS DEFINITELY NOT GOOD FOR THE CARIBBEAN. PROTECT YOUR BORDERS SIR.
@@traceecoltes2460The world should be borderless. Shame on you for denying your fellow black brother. If you are black you are African no matter what your false history taught you
I hope bad Nigerians don't take advantage of this and ruin good reputation of your passport
@leigh4326 thank you my brother. I hope to visit South Africa one day but I need a visa lol. Imagine that, when I can visit Europe visa free.
Though am from Nigeria, but i love the fact that Carribeans are commenting very well here and they even called u there brother regardless of your colour and status
I don’t know you, but I am so happy for you. I’m from Greece, I’ve never imagined something given to us by birth would mean so much to others. I’m happy I got to see this video and I’m now more grateful for what I have after watching it
australian greek here , ela , i agree :)
You're blessed...I'd really like to be your friend..What say you ?
Yes, as a greek, your birthright to some over here is a privilege that can’t be afforded. As a cinematography who plans to journey around Europe, I just acquired a property in Athens for the sake of permanent residency in Greece. It cost me my life’s savings, but its worth it😊
@@Crazyworldd160europea n us made those strict laws keep african in continent. They value african passport low rate n made difficult.
@@TajirnewsBack few some 60, 70 or 50 years ago they came to our continent looted the natural resources built their homelands and now set strict rules that only punish us!
During thier time of fraud they were colonizing us and dealing us as if they own our land!
The W*est is the true de*vil on earth! They r criminals and cruel pple today they still blame us and the muslims even they are the ones doing the mistakes in the world but no issue our time will truely come, just let's go to work guys and not give up; we will make it too!
Congratulations. Seeing a Nigerian documenting the world is a breath of fresh air. Only those from America, UK and others enjoy the privilege due to the power of their passports. Watching travel documentaries since I was young made me fall in love with seeing the world not just through the lens of a camera but with my own eyes. Hope to achieve that one day.
It is not tge power it is the stupidity of humanity of ranking people as rich and poor criminals and all that...
Congratulations tayo, you inspired me to start documenting nigeria too
You will
We all need that friend in our lives. He was ready to give Tayo his first $1000. Respect 💯
That friend that said 150 ppl $1000 and said he'll be your first is a true gem, he's a problem solver and true friend ❤
Get yourself a drink on me. Thank you for the entertainment and the humbling experience.
I was extremely fortunate to be born in the UK. So can travel anywhere. Although I’m ashamed of what many of our governments are currently doing.
I think your government should be paying you. You’re doing an amazing job of dispelling the lies we get told about many countries by our media.
Massive respect
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This is so kind and generous of you. You are amazing
Wow @CKLI38 so thoughtful of you. Thank you for encouraging Tayo and the truth spilled.
God bless you
God bless you man
You are an amazing person 😍 thanks for the gesture
Through this RUclips channel I am able to see the world without having to board a flight, thank you Tayo for making this possible.
That friend who jumpstarted this, that's a special human being. He didnt even hesitate. ❤😊
I don't know you personally, but I am genuinely so happy for you. Your video makes me realise just how lucky I am to have a UK passport.
I love how your friend broke down the 150k into smaller chunks making it feel achievable. Even better when he stepped up to be your first donor ❤
As someone who is born in the U.S from immigrant parents, I never valued the privileges that I have. I am truly thankful.
You still need visa to go to many countries.
Some one saying n word is not racism. This is real racism
@@BlackBeauty-yl8uqExactly.
@@asoksanzel Some one saying the "n" word is indeed racism. Racism comes in many forms.
@@BlackBeauty-yl8uq yes, but he's exempted of visas from most countries. And he's very very unlikely to get denied a visa from countries that require one, unlike with other passport like the nigerian one.
Thank you to every Nigerian making positive impact on the global stages. Thank you Tayo ❤️🔥👑
Wow.... Amazing.
Congratulations, Tayo. You are smart, focused, and resilient. You inspire a lot of young Africans. The travelling limitations on Nigerians are really frustrating. But you WON. I am a Nigerian watching from China 🇨🇳...
This made me cry. I'm thrilled for you! Your perseverance and refusal to give up on your dream despite obstacles is admirable.
Welcome brother !!! St.kitts & Nevis is one federation, happy to have you as a citizen I also love your documentaries . I am acitizen of St.kitts & Nevis and from watching this video you made me realize how privilege I am, so I going to do just like you and start travelling the world .Thanks for the eye-opener.RESPECT!!!
With your new passport I am glad that the world will now be able to see the rest of the world through you. Cheers!
Love this, I love your content, it is wholesome and i see you evolving. Can’t wait to show my 4 yr old son these videos so he can see someone that looks like him traveling the world and telling beautiful stories about the people you meet.
As a native of St.Kitts I am saying to you congratulations and welcome!! I am hoping you will make St.Kitts and Nevis your first Caribbean journey .
Interesting
Congratulations Bro, this is so inspiring. 💪🏾
@litaproctor1512 well I from sk myself didn't know so easy it be lol
He wasnt interested in getting the passport to travel st. Kiitts ....its the passport to go anywhere US Uk no real long term investments.
@@rockyharris4606he's in Bahamas sunning it up.
Let’s take this man to a million subscribers, the journey hasn’t been easy but it’s been conquered more wins to come.
As a Syrian who carries the worst passport in the world(literally, Syrian passport currently the worst passport on the list with only 6 countries VISA-FREE!!) I can tell how grateful you are for having a new passport. Bro I'm so happy for you.
afghanistan is worse with 2 visa free countries lol
At least you get a passport. In Palestine we get “travel documents” and we need to “justify” our travel to our occupiers. Enjoy your freedom
@@juror6900 fuck isreeel
@@juror6900In Eswatini we get travel documents too 😢
God b with you guys.@@juror6900
It's not easy to have friends who are so supportive. That your friend that first supported you with $1000 and advised you on how to get the rest is a gem.
Congratulations Tayo.
Friend like this is so rare, I can remember the year I acquired a Bahrain 🇧🇭 visa 2022,I can’t even get just $500 to add up for my flight booking💔😔 I pray GoD give everyone watching this video a good supportive people around them who can always have their back 🤲🏼
Hi! This opened my eyes, I’m from St. Kitts and literally just renewed my passport for like $25, I don’t want to take it for granted. This has given me hope to travel the world instead of just staying complacent.
Welcome to being a citizen of my country State Kitts & Nevis. Wishing you much success, safety, and freedom of movement around the world! 🎉
wow thats great, if we Nigerians had the opportunity you guys have, our country would have been empty 😂
Do you have a Facebook account?
@@TGGTheGloryofGod yeah i do. why are you asking please.
Wow $25 to renew how much was for the org. Passport in for how long is it good . Is it like USA passport good for 10Years
So you now have duo citizenship for your native country & what’s other country do you have? Citizenship for
as a holder of the US passport i always used to take the ease of traveling for granted, now I understand how valuable this is. Thanks for sharing and congrats!
How were you able to get the passport
No value at all you been brain washed
@@ezekieljacob5795 you can travel almost anywhere and wont be questioned with one so idk what ur talking about
@@patriciaekpenyong6462 You need to live there legaly for 5 years, or 3 years if you marry an American citizen.
If you don't live in Europe, you have more chance winning the green card lottery in your country. So inform yourself on how to participate to this lottery in your country.
If you're a university student in your country, look at youtube videos to see if there's a way to come to study in the US for very little money in a community college. If you succeed, try to meet a nice American boy that you like and treat him well. Maybe he'll marry you 😁
not to forget worst tax system in the world. You have to report taxes whether you live in the US or not. (unless you renounce it). Uncle Sam is never done with you.
As a Pakistani passport holder, I can feel the pain. You did it and you deserve to enjoy your life at full freedom. Cheers!
Pakistan is beautiful many people should move there. the Kallash people are interesting
What's you want to do with Kallash 😅@@Nazarene_Judaism
I am born a US citizen but always felt that i belonged somewhere else. You made ne realize that I AM a World citizen and will continue my travels throughout the world. May your journeys continue to enlighten many.
I am British of Caribbean decent and i have been quite blind to the struggles of Africans who wanted to travel as i never had this issue myself. This video opened my eyes. Im so sorry you went through this and im also sorry to other Nigerians who face this difficulty! But welcome to the Caribbean brother! We welcome you and I hope you visit St Kitts very soon and showcase the beautiful island and the Caribbean to your subscribers. Good luck on your journeys!
He said he was struggling with a Nigerian passport, not an African passport. Not all African passport holders suffer as our brother. Unfortunately, our brothers and sisters from Nigeria are terribly unfairly discriminated against whenever they want to travel around the world but please do not say the "..the struggles of Africans who wanted to travel..." as I said before, not all African passports struggle like that.
@@doctorjoe6541not all but most. Africans get denied visas all the time
@@doctorjoe6541because Nigerians commit so many climes abroad
That applies to most African passports unfortunately😢we need visas to travel to almost anywhere in the world, even within African. Our passports can never equate to British, American and other European passports. Wether your are South african Egyptian, Morrocan, Namibian, Botswanan etc
@@rodgerspalai5056 It's because British, American and Europeans will most certainly return home. Whereas Nigerians will be less likely to return home, they will make refugee claims, and burden the social welfare systems of other countries. Makes sense, right?
Travel is one thing. Obtaining a tourist visa to enter a country and not leave is another. Have you heard what is happening with the USA's southern border and in Europe?
Congratulations my St Kitts brother. Please visit the island and shed light on it’s beautiful scenery. After all you are now a citizen 🇰🇳🇰🇳
St.Kitts & Nevis is a great country 🇰🇳. I have posted some videos filmed locally on the channel.
In a world where curiosity often takes a backseat to routine, Tayo has dared to be different, embracing the unknown, for within its depths lie the keys to unlocking innovation, inspiration, and transformation. Now Tayo is sharing pictures with THE WORLD, venturing into uncharted territories, fueled by an insatiable thirst for knowledge (of the world and the beauty thereof).
Thank you for being a nation in your own right through which the world is viewed with an inspirational lens, laced with truth, love, trust and unity.
You are a river of inspiration ❤
I just love the part where you said "I started by documenting Lagos, then I documented Nigeria, now i want to document the world." The thought that immediately came to my mind was "start small, start with what you have. Thats how you grow." Goosebumps everywhere lol. As a young Nigerian who is literally "starting life" as they say, this is so inspiring. Really lovely to see how far you've come Tayo, and I look forward to seeing you continue flying! Congratulations on becoming Nigerian- Kittitian! 🥳❤
We wait o. We wait. The world we will see...through Aina's lens.
I’ve been watching you for years and it is so amazing to see how you have evolved throughout the years. It is beautiful to see people create the script for their own story without letting circumstances and the negatives of life get them down. You are a living testimony and your life is an inspiration to others who came from nothing. It allows them to see someone who was once just like them and was able to elevate in life. It allows others to dream big, the same way you did. You planted that seed a long time ago and now you’re enjoying the harvest. Well done!
THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH WANTING A BETTER LIFE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU WORK FOR IT. THERE IS NOTHING INSPIRING ABOUT EXPLOITING OTHERS IN ORDER FOR YOU TO GAIN THAT BETTER LIFE. THIS MAN WHO YOU ARE SO PROUD KNEW NOTHING ABOUT ST KITTS AND NEVIS. HE IS NOT A TRUE NATIONAL AS HE WAS NOT BORN,. HE HAS NEVER LIVE THERE NOR CONTRIBUTED ANYTHING TO THEIR COUNTRY. HIS SOLE PURPOSE IS TO HAVE ACCESS TO THE WORLD AND HIS NIGERIAN PASSPORT PREVENTS IT. SO WHAT DOES HE DO HE FINDS THE MOST VULNERABLE TO GET WHAT HE WANTS. WHY DIDN'T HE PURCHASE A PASSPORT FROM ANOTHER AFRICAN COUNTRY/ COULD IT BE BECAUSE ITS NOT ACCESSIBLE? EXPLOITATION OF US CARIBBEAN PEOPLE IS NOT THE WAY.
Im so happy for you as a fellow black African and respect this story because 1. You didnt scam anyone, cheat or do anything illegal to get the passport - worked hard to raise your own money 2. You came up with a smart solution- never knew about this method of getting a stronger passport 3. Doing this you opened our eyes on just how discriminating and hateful the world is to Africa based on our skin colour and economic situation, our people are all being painted with the same discriminating and ignorant brush by the wider world. This is why Ive decided to follow you, cant wait to see an African like me travel the world for a change - Well done my brother.
St Kitts and Nevis are Black people, like yourself, a very small island in the Caribbean. It's not about skin colour with this one it's the bad reputation Nigerians have globally. Sorry to tell you most of y'all painted yourself into this corner.
I am surprised how hard it is for African's to travel within Africa.
Saw your video how you got your Caribbean Passport and travelled the world and explore. This is great man! I love it. Kudos, well done & cheers 👌
Am with you in the campaign of having a thousand followers 👊. Love your courage, enthusiastic, determination and energy.
As a black American who just got their passport last year, I didn’t know how privileged I was until I started hearing stories like yours. I’m happy for you from America and hope to see you on your travels.
😂😂😂😂 African Americans
Wow! How much did you pay for the passport,?
Liberian.😂
I don't understand your privilege. You can only travel within the USA without a passport so I don't get what you are trying to say. I got my passport very late, I was 16 years old before that, I had never travelled before into another country.
@@tweetyslife253 I understand what she is conveying. It is a privilege to have American passport. This is coming from a person who travelled a great deal.
Watching your journey since 2018 really reflects the entire narrative of "a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step". Thank you Tayo for showing us the world in your own image.
I am so happy to see you got your Caricom passport. Welcome brother visit the Caribbean islands and South American Countries. Your Nigerian Ancestral family is here!
You do tell really great stories! And by sharing your story of the pain you experienced through discrimination, you help me to appreciate my own freedom to travel the world that I have taken for granted. I have traveled to nearly 20 countries and have now lived in six. Thank you! 🙏
I am super happy for you. I’m from Barbados and have traveled to over 50 countries on my passport without any issues. We are even visa free in 166 destinations around the world. But I can empathize with the struggle of others and I felt really happy for you getting some freedom. May God continue to bless you and welcome to the Caribbean 🎉
This got me emotional. Imagine having all this potential only to be limited by your nationality.
I’m genuinely happy for you Tayo, it’s worth every penny...And to everyone out there with great dreams but limited in any way, may you break free from your limitations, Amen.
I genuinely got emotional watching this Tayo. There’s so much that is being denied Nigerians because we are Nigerian. I’m really happy you’re forcing your way through the world and its barriers.
You’re a shining light to the rest of us Nigerians who only want to live right, achieve the lofty goals we’ve set for ourselves and affecting the world positively.
Keep going Tayo!
Lmao it's like that for literally half of the world's population, not just Nigerians
bro, I am literally crying watching this video. I can feel that pain you experienced. I am recently got denied from US and Canada because of holding Pakistani passport, I know there are many other factors to get denied but passport plays a major role in it. I literally cried whenever I got denied but I am not loosing my hope and I am not stop trying.........
What about trying other countries like the UK, or even a European country like Finland or whatever. Once you live enough in those country to be a citizen, you'll be able to travel to the US or Canada, and try to apply for a job and get residency there.
I'm not saying that's your case, but in my opinion, some people are sometimes too fixated in one or two countries instead of broadening their horizons.
There are many immigrants in France that live in the forest and try every single day to illegaly cross the border to England. We have the same standard of living in France but it looks like to them they're in a third world country and England is a first world country and that's where they need to go. I know they have a much bigger community in the UK, but still. Instead of puting their strenght into making a life in France and once they get residency or citizenship they could more easily cross the border and carry on with their lives in England.
Anyway, good luck to you. But broaden your horizons. I've been to Canada not in the US, but no country is a Paradise. Most first world countries have the same living standard. If you want to stick to your community, like many who come to Europe, the best place is to stay in your country. That's logical.
@@maxbilo6191 He's in Pakistan, how can HE get to those countries you mentioned without a visa? LOL
UK is the toughest country when it comes to apply visa. You can come here by crossing the English channel illegal, or buy paying so much money to come to study.
Both way it will cost him a fortune.
@@eliasnavytanga
I didn't say he doesn't need a. visa to get to those countries. My point is, if he's being denied a visa for the USA and Canada, maybe he should open his mind for other destinations.
As for the UK for being one of the toughest countries to apply for a visa, I have no idea, but I trust you on that one.
I mentioned the UK just as an example of a possible candidate among other European countries and because english is spoken. I wasn't to say it was easy to get a visa out that he should specifically try to apply for a visa for the UK.
The point was just to say that he should try other destinations and not to focus with a couple that have already denied him.
Anyway good luck to him.
@@maxbilo6191 I hear you.
Bro it's not funny at all, I think passport plays 80-90% role in visa issuance. There's this common saying in my place which says "those who had their kernels cracked by a benevolent spirit, should not laugh at others who didn't have theirs cracked" this saying, depicts alot. I have been denied not less than 3times at 3 different countries embassies or visa centres. Once one is born a Nigerian! You are trailing destiny/life/basic needs of life behind with almost 10 goals. What an unbalanced, unjust world! . However, I'm inspired and have got goosebumps by your story and 'never-say-never' determination and/or attitude.
It's well, even inside well bro ❤ cheers
Congratulations Tayo🎉 Your grit & determination earned you this despite the financial constraints. No human should face discrimination but unfortunately we Nigerians are top of the list. You’re an inspiration to us all who are in the quest for our freedom and you’ve shown there’s always light at the end of the tunnel. 2024 is a year of exploration and I can’t wait to see your videos of South Korea
Thank you for investing in our small island! I too am from St. Kitts and I'm a huge fan of your videos! Continue the great work!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳
I hope your still happy when more restrictions are added to our travel as more people so easily access our passport. Soon visas will be harder for born caribbean citizens to get 😂 lets see what next government's would sell.
@@rockyharris4606 More tears bro 🪣
People like him making the program looks bad and getting a bad image he don't deserve it he can't even afford it
I feel that SKN should have been his first trip with his new passport.
Congrats man. I've been subscribed for a little bit and love seeing the growth, and I hope for much more. I am from St. Kitts (SK as we like to call it lol) but live in Florida now. I am so happy my little island's passport is able to ease some of your travel hurdles, and in turn your investment will go a long way to help my (now our) people. Welcome my Kittitian brother, connected by history and now by nationality as well 😁🇰🇳
Beautiful comment
This is the first time in this channel. This gentleman is a fantastic storyteller! I'm happy that your dreams are becoming a reality. Best wishes from Panama.
Congratulations TAYO! You see that friend who offered to kick off with the first $1000? He is the real one! That’s a dream builder right there. I love him - pls give him a hug when next you see each other.❤
Spot on! Someone who believes in the dream and doesn't think it's "your fantasy" like everyone would say. Such an inspiring video Tayo I really loved how you portray the struggle we face as Nigerians travelling to realize our BIG dreams, how you highlight another avenue to making this a reality and the queue jitters of being examined or stopped over. Wonderful thing you're doing! Hope your channel grows beyond your wildest expectations opening up opportunities for you.
Many congratulations, Tayo. To everyone pushing and hoping to break new ground, I say to you, YES, YOU CAN!!
As an African American congratulations to you. This is beautiful. The ability to travel the world is freedom. In the future I hope the perspective of Nigerians change, but finding a way to control your future is remarkable and should not be taken for granted.
tayo is a great blogger from nigeria and witha good attitude. cleaning nigeria reputation globally wont be easy..
I am so deeply happy for you Tayo!!! We are in the UK and our children are American born and do not go through this. Our children do not know what us their parents went through to get them this freedom.
Tayo you are a noble son! Well done and may you go beyond the sky with this new passport. May St Skitts Carribean prosper so greatly because you came!👑🕊🦅💫🏴🇺🇸🇬🇧🇳🇬🏦
This warmed my heart in no small way. One thing that stood out to me, is how you first got the necessary information you need, then went ahead to work towards it. To your subscribers and followers, you were just putting out content back to back from 2022 - November 2023, but what we couldn’t see was the big picture - to be able to apply for the better passport. That part brought tears to my eye, as I could relate personally. It encouraged me to stay focused on the big picture, while putting in all the necessary work (eg: applying for my Masters, while utilizing all my skills to raise as much money as I can to start my application).
Thank you for sharing your journey with us Tayo, and a very big CONGRATULATIONS to you! 🥳
This video is full of emotions from the previous frustrations to finally getting a passport that allows you to do what you love without fear or worry. Congratulations brother! This is just a stepping stone to greater things.
I was born in de caribbean on an island that belongs to a europe country, looking at your video caused some tears to roll and also goosebumps, and make me realize how privileged i am. Congratulations.
Made me very emotional too
Welcome laundering paradise of Curaçau 😅
You are a bot. Aren't you. He was able to buy his freedom simply because he had the money to do so. Unfortunately my ancestors could not buy their freedom from the Transatlantic slave trade. How about that? Do you even have the money to travel within your country? You are being simplistic. You probably still don't own land because it belongs to the crown. They continue to keep the natives poor and dependant on these so-called European countries for handouts. Furthermore, it's not European lands. They stole it from the arawaks! OECS member here!
@KJ-bl6nq: So you all deleted my comment? Are you a bot poster for this channel? The irony of your statement is this. you not telling the whole truth! "make me realize how privileged i am" Firstly, the Caribbean belonged to the Arawaks it was stolen by the Europeans! What privilege? Do you own land? Can you pay for your passage to travel within your country?
You all need to stop glamorising this while the descendants of slaves still struggle in the Caribbean. While at the same time the descendants of those who enslaved us now enjoy freedoms that we got because we wore the chains. Stop whitewashing history and glamorizing the suffering of my ancestors. Today he is free because we suffered and still suffering that we have to sell passports. Do you see the Irony? Yes and I am a member of the OECS! Tell our story before you can partake in our glory! How did we get here? We were sold by Africans. How about that? You can delete this too. I said what I said.
@@ththim7785 these are facts and I agree as an FBA. but hear me out... we have to play the cards we were delt with a poker face to win this hand. I'd rather people like him than someone buying up beach front properties and preventing the natives from accessing the beach where they make their living as they are doing right now in Jamaica. no more investors. just people there to spread love and spread the message. this is progressive for us brown folk. hopefully he can make a video for all the places he travels and give some insight on these issues the eumelinated face dealing with the fuckery. I learned something new from this video. I do NOT want a green passport lol
As an EU citizen I've always taken for granted being able to change countries very easily, without needing any visa. I truely think it's unfair that some people are not allowed in certain places just because of their origin, even though we're all humans. Congrats on your new passport.
So happy for him, I can only imagine how frustrating it is to be a filmmaker trying to tell stories all over the world with a Nigerian passport but at least that’s in the past now! Greater heights Tayo and I really hope you hit that 1 million mark soon, been suscribed for a while and I’d definitely say you really deserve it!!
I’m Ghanaian and I started my RUclips channel with my broken phone after going through all your videos. It’s amazing all these years the struggle you’ve been through to learn new cultures and show the rest of us how amazing the world is. I’ll work hard to be able to travel the world like you. Much love Tayo. Keep doing Great.
Congrats!!!! I am a Nigerian in the the diaspora and the discrimination we face because of our passport is just unbelievable. The way i was just smiling when you got the passport by mail ehn. I am genuinely happy for you!!! Explore the world!
congratulation my dear well done and I'm very happy for you have achieve your dream, I'm now a joined member of your channel, happy days. Keep going...
It’s truly heart wrenching to discover that what you’re made of can sometimes act as a deterrent to actualizing your goals and true freedom. Super happy for this milestone for you. Cheers to being free!🎉
This is such a beautiful story. I have mixed emotions; sad that something that should give us immense pride only brings unfavourable treatment, and Nigerians have to switch to alternatives to get the respect they deserve. Yet, I'm glad that some of us who have never left the country can experience a lot more places now through your amazing videos and storytelling. Congratulations!
what respect do they deserve
respect must be earned
Being an African in this world comes with a lot of challenges in Africa and internationally but I am proud of my fellow Africans who don't give up despite the friction and pressure and fight through to reach their goals and freedom.
So thank you Tayo for showing us your journey, this is inspiring and I get excited to go after my dreams and yes I am commenting because I want to win the cash but on a serious note you guys are changing the narrative of Africa and Africans. Thank you. God bless you.
Tayo, “I’m American” and apparently have been taking that statement for granted because I’ve always worked so much, I didn’t even have the time to travel to see the world. I am so very happy to see you’ve become successful in obtaining your Caribbean passport. Congratulations and safe travels everywhere. Maybe we’ll see each other in different countries as I’m hoping to start my traveling journey and that’s how I found you! Best of luck to you in your future! ❤🎉❤🎉❤🎉
Tayo you've inspired me to back up photos more. I like the results from itraveledthere even better than my original selfies tho!
Yoh, tears. We’re so happy for you Tayo and so proud of how far you’ve come! Now - the world yewwww✈️🌍. We’re always here supporting!
As a Caribbean native living in the US right now, you have given me a new appreciation for my passport.
Nigeria really needs to put in the diplomatic work in order to take their citizens to the next level.
That is reserved for the elites who travel abroad & they are the ones killing the Nigerian economy with corruption that indirectly penalizes the Nigerian citizens.
no sort out their fraud and corruption at citxen and goverment level
$150k wow!
i hope people get to see this video and realize the amount of sacrifices you've made. Congrats Tayo
Well deserved, Tayo.
I am a Nigerian living in Australia and have an Australian passport. I know how you must have felt when you didn't have the new passport.
You're one of the Nigerian RUclipsrs who inspired me to start my RUclips channel . Thank you for proving that anything is achieveable even as a Nigerian .
Even as a Nigerian? Nigerians are as good and worthy as anyone else. Remember it!
@@markpalmer8083But discriminated and blacklisted...
What a shame to disrespect yourself like that and putting our countries down to a shithole
Soon african will have one powerful passports to reach the heaven,
Extremely proud of you! Welcome to the Caribbean community! From Jamaica!🖤🇯🇲 🇳🇬 🇰🇳
MASHA ALLAH
At the brink of losing hope of achieving the same dream you just had (acquiring a passport that lets me travel the world, whenever I want) I came across your channel, and from what seemed to be another day of monotony, I wanted to live again!
Thanks for giving me hope! It was 150,000 dollars for you, and it would take me your video to achieve the same greatness, believing that I need to want something enough to make it come true!
Surely the smartest and best decision you made as a Nigerian who has the passion to travel the world. Thanks for the enlightenment.
Crazy how I got emotional watching this… It’s your win but it felt like it was mine too and I’m convinced so many other Nigerians who watched this felt the same way.
Inspiring as always ❤
I was born in St. Kitts, and now that you're Kittian, I hope that you visit St.Kitts often and show the world how beautiful dual island nation is. 🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳🇰🇳
Hey i'm 16 turning and 17 in March. I'm really considering moving to St. Kitts and Nevis this year.
Anything in particular i need to know?
@MichaelObamedo the best advice I can give you, is to secure a job before you get there. Do your research. I can send you a link on some available jobs so to can see if your qualifications match the positions.
@@danamoore793 oh thanks, it would really appreciate that.
Do you wanna send it here or privately?
@@Negrogelia
If he sends you a nice job link , I might sweep it up..
@@josephwanjiku6853 nah, you wont bro. Trust me
Can't resonate enough how tough it is for many Africans to travel the world. Hopefully things will change in the future. Thanks for sharing this Tayo and wishing you so many more journeys ahead!
I easily feel dejected and give up when faced with huge obstacles, or when I feel like I'm being dealt an unfair hand in life. This mentality has cost me many opportunities. I can only wonder what I could have been had I had your tenacity, patience and single-mindedness. This video inspires me greatly. Welcome to this new act of your life.
It's always difficult for us Nigerians and how we are treated on the international stage, but it's good to see our people from here finding ways to persevere and beat those hurdles. We are proud of you Tayo 👏
We are proud of him but I would have paid off my mortgage off with that 150,000usd
@@skqq3250Please understand even though he have that passport he will never been seen as a citizen of that country nor the Caribbean.
The good thing about the passport is he can go live or work and do business in the OECS without having to apply for a work permit or stay.
To all Nigerians winning, thanks for showing us that our dreams are valid and not impossible 🥺
Baba ooo
I swear.
Bro your dreams are most valid and I always pray for brothers like you that you'll also get what you're striving for... ✌🏾
@@Juno006 how much is the processing fee to be paid to Respect services?
The St Kitts citizenship costs $150,000 dollars, I know
@@dongshengdi773 I didn't go through respect services
I’m literally crying…🥹😭 You are such an inspiration…Waoo.. The power of consistency… Keep chasing your dreams and aspirations… They are valid… Your time will definitely come …and the blessing of good relationships!… That friend is rare gem📌🥹 Oh my God…Thank youuuu Tayo Aina
Congratulations brother! I am brazilian and italian. I know how happy you must be feeling.
As a young Nigeria woman that is also an ardent lover of travel and tourism, I understand how huge this is for you. You’ve been an inspiring creator who has not only indirectly challenged me to start my RUclips channel, but to see the beauty in starting small and exploring my vicinity. Congratulations Tayo, cheers to even bigger moves!🥂
Wishing you ail the best @Tayoaina. One love from Jamaica 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲❤🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
Your story is so inspiring. I am sixty and started to feel that my dream of traveling will be just that , a dream. Until I saw your story on this video. Your emotions through this journey were palpable. That connected with me and gave me something I haven’t felt in a while…hope. I am my family’s genealogist and was so proud to learn my father (may he rest in peace) is 40 percent of Nigerian descent, Yoruba and he’s a descendant of Ramses III, and my maternal line originated in Egypt but my most recent ancestors were from the Masa tribe of Cameroon. One day I now known I will visit my homeland and all over the world. Thank You!! God bless you on your journey.
I can't tell you how happy I am for you! You deserve it! It's so lovely that you chose to visit London after getting your Saint Kitts and Nevis passport. That's my home! I hope you enjoyed your trip, and I wish you many more exciting adventures as you explore the world and share your experiences with us!
$150k is no small money. But your story has shown us that it's doable. Thank you for sharing and Congratulations. Lacing up my boots to make this work for me too. 🎉
Dear Tayo, you met an obstacle and overcame it. It's not the first time you've done it. That's the beauty of your channel. It's inspiring. I have been inspires. You've given me inspiration worth more than $150k. I'll come back with a testimony within one or two years. Thanka.
You're not defined by your past; you're prepared by it. You're stronger, more experienced, and you have greater confidence.
Thank you for inspiring a lot of us .
I didn't have any idea. This video made me mad, cry, smile, and laugh. Thank you for sharing.
This feels so good to hear. 🤗As a Nigerian, it feels like my win as well. Well done
That is amazing!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!
Many years ago, like so many other US Americans, I would eagerly await and watch Anthony Bourdain's shows with great enthusiasm. I used to be amazed by his travels and experiences. Then one day it all came to a sudden end. AB was gone. Again, like many, it left a deep void. And for years, I surfed the TV channels and internet in pursuit of filling and satisfying that void. Then about a year or two ago, I ran into your RUclips channel and I have never left and I will never leave. Let me be clear, I am not comparing you with AB because you possess a special and a distinct natural talent that leaves me/ us viewers both thirsty and hungry for more in each and after every episode. YOU ARE TAYO AINA!!!! Someone that has left an indelible mark in my mind.
You have taken us to places and done things that we totally desire and wish we can, despite our busy lives. I have travelled to all major continents, many countries and cities which I recognize having been to them but have not seen 1/10 of what you have experienced.
Having viewed this episode, I see you came close to my home, me having Caribbean roots. I was born in that region of the world but I am a US American citizen. I am, however, elated for your recent development and progress which has and will open up your world to us, which will soon be our world as you explore planet earth.
Many viewers have an inner curiosity about their planet which you have satisfied but keeps us coming back. Keep doing what you do. You are on top of the game and their is still room for growth.
Thanks for all that you do and maybe one day in my many travels I might run into you and give a well deserved hand shake and embrace. -A Lifetime Fan
Your journey is so inspiring, not just to Nigerian creators but all Nigerians. It's beautiful and to see what one can achieve when they're determined. Amazing!
Have never travel in any country but meeting your video today has inspired me alot😢😢, I have dreams that God will make me travel around the world one day.
God bless you Tayo and fulfill your dreams 🙏