A Nigerian woman who earned a master's degree in the United Kingdom has returned to Nigeria to start a new life. She shared her experience of leaving the UK and building a palm oil business from scratch.
Choosing Peace Over Pounds
In a TikTok video posted by @aqorafoodspalmoil, the woman explained that many questioned her decision to leave the UK, but she prioritized her peace over earning in pounds. She said she could not return to her previous bank job, so she decided to start her own business.
Using Her Education
The woman graduated with distinction in her master's in business and applied that knowledge to build her palm oil brand. She emphasized the importance of hard work and determination in Nigeria.
Reactions to Her Story
Many viewers shared their thoughts. Abike gold said: 'God bless your business, planning to take the bold step soon. The work and stress here is making my bone weak.' RM commented: 'Very inspiring, I grew up in the US, though retired, I tell a lot of the young stars that there are more opportunities in Nigeria with less stress if the person is hard working.' Breemco Foods added: 'Awwwn, well done ma'am. Palm oil is a great business and I pray we succeed more than our expectations.'
BeccaOfNottz said: 'I pray God continue to elongate you and make you reach the right audience.' EvaGreenTee wrote: 'God is faithful to His promise. Keep keeping faithful and be focused on God. Best wishes and more grace in Jesus name. Amen.' Theluxetreats commented: 'Well done. Your business will spread to all parts of the world and you will supply kings and queens in Jesus name.'
BoD-david said: 'Kudos, but you make the money there before you came back and invest it Nigeria, but try to guide that your investment, up, up.' August asked: 'So we that we're still in the UK is choosing pounds over peace?' ULOMEDA responded: 'But why are you people always agitative when people says they went back. It's their choice, what gives you joy might be something else to another person.'
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