A wave of excitement and nostalgia has swept through social media as a Nigerian lady, identified as @feyisayoade on TikTok, documented her emotional return to the country after spending six years living and traveling abroad. Her video, capturing the journey home, has generated significant buzz and a flood of reactions from netizens.
From London to Lagos: A Long-Awaited Homecoming
The lady, whose TikTok profile showcases her travels through countries like London, Germany, and Albania, finally announced her return to Nigerian soil in a recent post. The video, simply captioned "POV: Going back home after 6 years," shows glimpses of her travel experience, culminating in the joy of arriving back home.
Her post, published around December 16, 2025, quickly resonated with many Nigerians who are either living abroad or familiar with the profound feeling of returning home after a long absence.
Mixed Reactions: Welcome Back and Business Pitches
The comment section of the viral video turned into a microcosm of Nigerian online culture, blending warm welcomes with entrepreneurial spirit. While many shared in her happiness, others used the opportunity to promote their services.
One user, @Bondservant of Christ, empathized deeply, recounting their own experience of not setting foot in Nigeria between October 2016 and January 2024, and the ecstasy of landing at Lagos airport.
However, the thread was also filled with business offers, including:
- Sales of gadgets and accessories from Ikeja.
- Home service manicures, pedicures, and hairstyling within Lagos.
- Errand services for buying and delivering foodstuffs at cheaper prices.
- Offers from a private chef in Lekki.
Amidst the welcomes and sales pitches, a note of caution also appeared. User @Uchenna commented, "Nigeria dey spoil una dey come back. Dey careful oo," humorously yet pointedly referencing the country's well-known challenges. Another user, @Tonii, summed up a segment of the reaction with the now-popular phrase: "i just dey laugh unaa...."
A Trend of Return: Not an Isolated Story
The story of @feyisayoade is part of a noticeable trend of Nigerians abroad choosing to return home. The article references related stories, including a man who came back after 33 years in the UK and a nurse who returned after eight years abroad.
Previously, Legit.ng also reported on a lady who relocated permanently to Nigeria after just two years in the United Kingdom, citing personal reasons that attracted significant attention online.
The viral video and its diverse reactions highlight more than just one person's journey; they reflect the complex, enduring connection Nigerians in the diaspora maintain with home, a blend of affection, humor, criticism, and relentless hustle that defines the national character.
