Catalysts, Consequences, and Personal Narratives: A Holistic Analysis of Nigerian Migration
Faculty Mentor(s) Name(s)
Dr. Steve Elliot-Gower
Abstract
My presentation will delve into the intricate landscape of migration in Nigeria, detailing the catalysts, consequences, and individual experiences that influence immigration and emigration. My research details the economic factors behind migration, specifically focusing on Nigeria's brain drain in the healthcare sector, as well as remittances in the country's GDP. Highly skilled workers emigrating from Nigeria is one of the leading causes of instability in the country. Other factors that contribute to the instability are the country’s political turmoil, climate change, and lack of natural resources. Emigration from Nigeria is driven by political controversy and climate change. Recent elections were fraught with corruption, and the Nigerian people lack confidence in their governing body. Because a significant portion of Nigeria consists of nomadic tribal communities, the lack of natural resources creates tension. Although emigrating is a beneficial option for some, family loyalty is incredibly strong among Nigerian tribes, and the choice to leave can have negative impacts on tribal relations and family bonds. My research is unique because it utilizes a personal account to explore the issues of immigration and emigration in Nigeria, colloquially referred to as a “global villager.” By following the life of my villager, Dara Umar, I created a narrative supported by research to approach the immigration crisis from a human perspective and detail the emotional and practical challenges faced by migrants. To thoroughly understand this multifaceted topic, one must also understand the cultural perspectives surrounding emigrating from Nigeria. When analyzing the intricate immigration processes through a personal lens, I utilized interviews, podcast episodes, and various narratives of Nigerians who either had immigrated from Nigeria, or had remained in the country after other family members left. This study offers a unique perspective on migration in Nigeria and provides a dynamic portrayal of the issues migrants face.
Start Date
27-3-2024 11:20 AM
End Date
27-3-2024 11:28 AM
Location
Arts and Sciences 2-72
Catalysts, Consequences, and Personal Narratives: A Holistic Analysis of Nigerian Migration
Arts and Sciences 2-72
My presentation will delve into the intricate landscape of migration in Nigeria, detailing the catalysts, consequences, and individual experiences that influence immigration and emigration. My research details the economic factors behind migration, specifically focusing on Nigeria's brain drain in the healthcare sector, as well as remittances in the country's GDP. Highly skilled workers emigrating from Nigeria is one of the leading causes of instability in the country. Other factors that contribute to the instability are the country’s political turmoil, climate change, and lack of natural resources. Emigration from Nigeria is driven by political controversy and climate change. Recent elections were fraught with corruption, and the Nigerian people lack confidence in their governing body. Because a significant portion of Nigeria consists of nomadic tribal communities, the lack of natural resources creates tension. Although emigrating is a beneficial option for some, family loyalty is incredibly strong among Nigerian tribes, and the choice to leave can have negative impacts on tribal relations and family bonds. My research is unique because it utilizes a personal account to explore the issues of immigration and emigration in Nigeria, colloquially referred to as a “global villager.” By following the life of my villager, Dara Umar, I created a narrative supported by research to approach the immigration crisis from a human perspective and detail the emotional and practical challenges faced by migrants. To thoroughly understand this multifaceted topic, one must also understand the cultural perspectives surrounding emigrating from Nigeria. When analyzing the intricate immigration processes through a personal lens, I utilized interviews, podcast episodes, and various narratives of Nigerians who either had immigrated from Nigeria, or had remained in the country after other family members left. This study offers a unique perspective on migration in Nigeria and provides a dynamic portrayal of the issues migrants face.