Nigerian Couple's House-Hunting Journey from Lagos to Australia
Nigerian Couple's House-Hunting Journey to Australia

Nigerian Couple's House-Hunting Journey from Lagos to Australia

A Nigerian lady residing in Australia with her husband has detailed their arduous house-hunting experience in the foreign land, culminating in securing a spacious two-bedroom apartment. The couple, who previously lived in a two-bedroom apartment in Lagos, Nigeria, faced similar challenges in both locations, with the husband's persistence ultimately leading to success.

From Lagos to Australia: A Tale of Two Cities

The lady, known on TikTok as @the.awelsm, recounted that while they eventually settled for a two-bedroom apartment in an estate in Lagos, with a kitchen and large rooms, finding the perfect home in Australia proved to be a herculean task. Upon beginning their search in Australia, nothing seemed suitable, prompting her to suggest opting for a smaller space, as she had done during their Lagos house-hunting.

According to the lady, who is both a fashion designer and a lawyer, her husband changed his mind at the last minute, assuring her they would secure the ideal house. She described her husband as prayerful, noting that he prays about everything. Their patience paid off when they found a two-bedroom apartment in Australia, featuring a sun room, garage, garden, two bathrooms, and a dining area.

The Reward of Patience and Faith

In her video, the lady shared, "Fast forward to Australia, same story. We were searching, but nothing seemed right. I suggested a smaller space as usual, but he said, patience, and we almost settled for a smaller place, but at the last minute, it was taken. My husband prays about anything and everything."

She continued, "And that's how my husband was like, don't worry, he's gonna get a perfect house for us. And that's how we found this two-bedroom with its bathrooms, two big palaces, a sun room, a garage, and a garden. And I'm like, what else are we looking for? Although the rent was a bit higher, but it was definitely worth it."

The lady expressed gratitude, stating, "Honestly, anytime I sleep and wake up in this house, I'm like, is this actually a dream or is this my reality? And that's why I'm always giving thanks to God, because God really comes through for us. And I'm actually grateful for my husband, because if he's left to me, I do not have patience for back and forth. So the lesson is just have patience and trust God."

Netizens React to the Australian Home

Reactions to the lady's video on social media were overwhelmingly positive, with users congratulating the couple and expressing admiration for their new home. Comments ranged from welcoming messages to inquiries about the relocation process and flight durations from Nigeria to Australia.

  • richiesuyaandgrills said: "Welcome to Melbourne! @The Awels."
  • Giftbereal# asked: "Pls ma, how many hours did ur flight take from Nigeria to Australia without the layover hours, cos I hear some people say 32 hours."
  • mz_elizabeth ✨️ commented: "Beautiful!!! The pot rack alone is giving."
  • Emediong Endee said: "Awwwwww, love your kitchen aesthetics, loving these vlogs."
  • Cossie_diary requested: "Congratulations dear, I’m happy for you. Please do a home tour, okay."
  • IkedinmasMoment inquired: "How did you move to Australia with your family? That's my dream country too."

Related Diaspora Stories

In related news, a Nigerian lady who secured a visa to Australia spent over 24 hours on the plane, highlighting the logistical challenges of such relocations. Meanwhile, another lady returned to Nigeria after eight years in Australia due to an inability to obtain a permanent visa, describing the experience as akin to an unwanted breakup.

This story underscores the resilience and faith of Nigerian diaspora members navigating new environments, with the couple's journey serving as an inspiration for others seeking to build a home abroad.