- Catholic Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey Onah, has spoken about the difficulties of being Nigerian abroad, claiming that his nationality complicated his attempt to access his own money at the Vatican bank.
- His account has sparked reactions online, with some Nigerians discussing the impact of the country’s reputation on citizens living or travelling overseas.
The Catholic Bishop of Nsukka Diocese, Most Rev. Godfrey Onah, has lamented the difficulties Nigerians face abroad after revealing how he was reportedly restricted from accessing his own money at a Vatican bank because of his nationality.
“Being a Nigerians abroad now complicates your life,” the bishop reportedly said while recounting his experience.
His remarks have sparked reactions on social media, with some Nigerians saying the experience highlights the challenges citizens face abroad because of perceptions about Nigeria.
Reacting to the report, @CFC_CRXZ wrote, “Some of u won’t understand what this man is saying until u travel to abroad”.
Another user, @BulusPaul9, blamed the country’s image on the actions of its citizens, writing, “We ourselves are the problems of this country, if a clergyman is not trusted that means is a country issue and as well individual problem.”
Meanwhile, @fpa_republic simply reacted, “For real”.
@LeezieNiv23663 also commented, “E good say e de afttect una too..”
The bishop’s account has added to discussions about how Nigerians are perceived internationally and whether the actions of some citizens affect the treatment of others overseas.
Social Media Reactions
@CFC_CRXZ: Some of u won’t understand what this man is saying until u travel to abroad
@BulusPaul9: We ourselves are the problems of this country, if a clergyman is not trusted that means is a country issue and as well individual problem.
@fpa_republic: For real
@LeezieNiv23663: E good say e de afttect una too..
