Nigerians make it cool to be an African – Other African countries
1. Known Facts About Nigerians
Before we proceed with this topic, you already know what is coming. There is no doubt that Nigerians have successfully turned the stones thrown at them into a solid foundation of reputation and prestige. A decade ago, Nigerians were clothed with the cloak of defaming and defrauding names. They were called all kinds of negative things, including scammers.
It was disheartening to be known as a Nigerian because everyone would suddenly guard their belongings, and want nothing to do with you. But somehow, just somehow, Nigerians have turned that awful reputation into something that the whole world now admires. Though the awesomeness has been obvious, it took the Western world to publicly acknowledge this before other African countries started to believe it. Nigerians are so damn awesome.
2. Nigerians took back control
Nigerians have been redefining African excellence in recent years, and this was just years after there were, and still are linked with the highest scams on the internet. 9jas have single-handedly, distanced themselves from their ridiculous politicians, from the infamous scammers, to become the beacon of African excellence.
It has showcased first the Country’s potential in all fields of life, from its education to entertainment, technology, culture, and health, Nigerians are making a significant impact globally. Nigerians are now being praised for their drive and enthusiasm towards survival, development, knowledge and success.
This has made not only them proud of their heritage, but many other world countries. Nigeria has produced world-class graduates in various fields, including influencing scholars who are representing the country proudly in renowned universities of the world.
3. Changed Perspective about Nigerians
All over social media, daily, Nigerians’ praises are sung on a global scale, and this comes from both Africans and non-Africans. For example, the Nigerian entertainment wave has taken over the globe, by gaining worldwide recognition.
The Afrobeats, a genre popularized by Nigerian artists like Wizkid, Davido, and Tiwa Savage, has become a global phenomenon. Nollywood, Nigeria’s film industry, is one of the largest in the world, producing over 1,000 movies annually.
Nigerian creatives are pushing boundaries, showcasing African stories and talent to a global audience, and this is not only secretly admired and emulated by other African countries, but they are also calling for blacks all over the world to emulate the lifestyle of Nigerians because it has proven to be the right way.
4. Nigerians made Nigeria Attractive
The confidence and cultural pride Nigerians exude attract others to learn, love, and hold on to the Nigerian culture, language, and people. Nigerian men are now referred to as hotcakes in the dating and marriage game because they look after a woman financially and romantically, which makes these foreign spouses embrace the Nigerian cultural heritage with pride.
The vibrance expression of 9jas comes from their ever-happy life, not letting anything keep them down for long because they have people looking up to them, people who expect much from them, and people who believe in them.
5. Nigerians loved themselves before the world did
Nigerians now enjoy their music way more than anyone in the world, and this music is now considered one of the most demanded music globally, 9jas are well-represented in various fields, including their cuisine.
Nigerian cuisine is gaining popularity worldwide, with dishes like jollof rice and suya, fufu, egusi soup, and fried plantain, becoming global favourites. 9ja is redefining African excellence, showcasing the continent’s potential in various fields, through education, entertainment, confidence, and cultural pride.
9ja is inspiring a new generation of Africans to embrace their heritage. As the Nigerian wave continues to spread globally, it’s clear that being African has never been cooler.
While some people see this as good for Nigeria and Africa, others work tirelessly to sabotage this wave. Of course, there will be hate and defamation against the Nigerian image, from relationships, heartbreaks, business encounters, social interactions and all, people fail to understand that 9jas go through a lot to achieve things and attain their milestones, so the little you think you can do to them, may never even scratch the surface of their encounter.
6. Emulate the nigeria way to succeed
Rather than try to ruin the fact that they are flying the Nigerian flag, the smart ones are trying to emulate it, identify with it and even become 9jas. Join the 9jas, since no one knows the Nigerian population. even though they aren’t.
They learn the people and their culture so well, that you would wonder what they hope to get out of it. All over tiktok and other social media, Nigerians are being poked at, or admired publicly, by people from different countries, because they want them to view their content and possibly like them, or even pick a fight with them. It is strange the obsession for 9jas these days.
My advice for everyone is to take the Nigerian lifestyle and fly with it, make it yours. No matter your religion or skin, colour, there is not just one Nigerian religion. All over the world, there are Nigerians.
conclusion
The giants of Africa are redefining black excellence, showcasing the country’s potential in various fields. Other countries are hailing the 9ja people for their achievements, celebrating their contributions to black pride.
As the 9ja wave continues to spread globally on a shockingly positive note, one thing everyone must come to terms with is that Nigerians don’t discriminate. We intermarry every human, from every nation, so you do not have to be from the country, to identify with it. Hating is not allowed, and being a part of it is free of charge because being Nigerian has never been cooler.
