Progress’s TikTok video about Nigerians becoming less religious after moving abroad has sparked a debate online.
She suggests that many Nigerians maintain a strong relationship with God when they are still struggling and seeking assistance from Him. However, after moving abroad and gaining access to various amenities and comforts, some individuals may feel less inclined to attend religious services or pray regularly.
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While some people agree with her perspective, others have different opinions on the matter. Some argue that moving abroad may actually fuel the need to be more prayerful, especially in navigating new challenges and uncertainties in a foreign country.
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Watch the video below:
@progressoberiko99 How to maintain your spiritual life after moving abroad. ✈️ Many people struggle with their relationship after going overseas. And this video shares why that is. #nigeriansindiaspora #movingabroad #christianlifeabroad #christianstruggles #christiantiktok #christiancommunity ♬ original sound – Progress Oberiko
See reactions below:
@winifredche: “we need God more abroad, trust me.”
@glowria_core: “I became more religious abroad.”
@mzbee_official: “Oh Lord help me not to get to the point where I will feel like I no longer need you.”
@millyjustina: “Not just Nigeria, Africa as a whole.”
@sandy_nguena: “We need God more abroad. Trust me abroad is more hard than home.”
@bammy878: “I became more spiritual and religious when I moved abroad.”
@niffersworld: “Moving abroad make me realize the people that brought religion to Africa don’t even go to church….my full city they only have one church.”
@odujulianaogbuibe: “Relationship with God is not a routine but a lifestyle.”
@hairbyberyl_: “Moving abroad made me realize I need God more but also made me tired of praying.”
@kwamebrown: “A relationship with God can never be optional to me. Whether I am rich or poor. God and I need him always.”
@top_g_0147: “Always pray for clarity and purpose.”
@anas_wada: “You actually need more prayers when you are abroad. All those that dwindle down on prayers were not only into the whole spiritual thing.”
