Barrister Isaac Olusegun, a Canadian-based Nigerian lawyer and single father of three, has provided a significant update on his situation weeks after publicly appealing for financial assistance to relocate his family to Nigeria. His initial plea on LinkedIn garnered widespread attention and sympathy, highlighting his struggles in Canada.
Eviction Despite Paid Rent
In his latest LinkedIn post, Olusegun detailed a tenancy dispute that led to his alleged forcible eviction by Canadian Police, despite having paid his rent through May. He stated his intention to share his tenancy agreement and draft pleadings submitted to the Tenancy Board as proof. He also may release WhatsApp messages with his landlord and bank records to document his family's ordeal.
Lost Access to Email
Olusegun disclosed that he lost access to his Gmail account after his old phone, used for account setup, was stolen. The recovery process requires verification via a phone number he no longer has, and his laptop broke down on the same day as his post. He said he has no means of accessing his email until he returns to Nigeria.
Return Tickets Secured
The most encouraging development is that Olusegun has successfully obtained return tickets to Nigeria for himself and his three children. While the exact departure date is not specified, this marks a clear turning point from his earlier appeal. However, he noted that the family still lacks funds for basic necessities and transportation to the airport.
Similar Relocation Story
In a related story, Legit.ng reported that a man based in South Africa relocated with his family to Nigeria. He shared a video on Facebook on July 1 documenting his journey, leaving behind his computer and other properties.
