A Nigerian man has taken to social media to share his experience of life in the United Kingdom, describing it as far more demanding than many people imagine.
In a video shared by a user identified as @Teniola on X, he revealed that he previously worked as a Head of Department (HOD) in Nigeria, a role that came with status, comfort, and flexible working hours.
According to him, he rarely had to wake up very early, as his senior position allowed for a structured and manageable routine.
However, after relocating to the UK, his reality changed drastically. He disclosed that he now resumes work as early as 4:30am, a schedule he described as exhausting and difficult to adjust to.
Despite having years of experience and holding a senior role back home, the man said starting afresh abroad has been challenging.
He noted that many Nigerians who relocate overseas often face the harsh reality of taking on demanding jobs while working their way up again.
His account has sparked conversations online, with many Nigerians abroad agreeing that while earnings may be higher, the workload, long hours, and lifestyle adjustments can be overwhelming.
Watch video below…
Nigerian man cries out about how hard life is in the UK after having to start work at 4:30 AM, whereas he was a HoD in Nigeria and never had to wake up that early 🙂↔️🚶♂️ pic.twitter.com/HoESCiBa71
— TENIOLA (@Teeniiola) December 17, 2025
