Priscilla Hassan, a 26-year-old Nigerian travel nurse working in Canada, shared a detailed breakdown of her June 2026 spending and investments online, revealing a total expenditure of $27,549.95 and investments of $16,400. The transparency of her financial disclosure in a TikTok video has gone viral, drawing both praise and questions from viewers.
Breakdown of June 2026 Expenses
Hassan itemized her major expenses for the month, the final month of her five-month work contract. Accommodation was the largest cost at $4,785 (approximately N4.6 million). A rental car cost $1,258.74 (N1.2 million), while online shopping amounted to $2,648.67 (N2.5 million). Eating out totaled $658.13 (N640,000), and a last-minute flight cost $624.18 (N607,700). Other expenses included a skincare restock from South Korea at $265 (N258,000), groceries at $149.56 (N145,000), gas at $149.56 (N145,000), donations of $550 (N535,000), and miscellaneous costs of $260.11 (N253,000). The total spending reached $27,549.95 (N26.8 million).
Investment Portfolio Revealed
Despite the high outflow, Hassan highlighted her savings discipline. She deposited $10,000 into a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and maintained a recurring $600 deposit into a Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). In total, she invested $16,400 (N15.9 million) in June alone. In her caption, she described this as a milestone she was proud of as she wrapped up her contract.
Viewer Reactions and Questions
The video sparked a wave of questions from viewers curious about her career path. @Winner asked, "How many years work experience did you have before going into travel nursing? How did you get into travel nursing and how long have you been a travel nurse?" @kampirecollection inquired, "Hey girl I'm a nurse from Australia who's done travel nursing here. Just wanted to ask does the agency pay for flight and accommodation in Canada?" Others offered encouragement, with @Justalexa saying, "You're doing so well my love," while @Psalm advised, "Just one advice. Don't let social media pressure you oooo."
Context of Nigerian Diaspora Stories
Hassan's story is part of a broader trend of Nigerians abroad sharing their financial experiences. Legit.ng previously reported on a lady who returned to Nigeria permanently after two years in the UK, citing personal reasons. These narratives often highlight the challenges and successes of the Nigerian diaspora.
