See Woman’s Message to Family as She Heads to Libya for Work

• A young Nigerian woman shared a video on social media announcing her journey to Libya for work.
• She expressed excitement about starting a new life abroad and warned family and friends not to ask her for money when she becomes successful.
• Her video, captioned “I can’t wait to experience Libya,” went viral on X (Twitter).
• Many online users criticized her decision, citing Libya’s history of human trafficking and migrant abuse.
• Some commenters warned that she might later regret her move when faced with the country’s harsh realities.

A Nigerian lady has set social media abuzz after sharing a video of herself gleefully embarking on a journey to Libya, declaring her excitement about “finally leaving Nigeria to hustle for money.”

In the clip, which has since gone viral on X (formerly Twitter), she could be seen inside a vehicle heading out of the country, smiling broadly as she announced that no one should contact her for financial help once she begins to earn money abroad. Her message was direct — family and friends should not reach out to her for assistance when she succeeds.

Her caption, “I’m so happy right now, I can’t wait to experience Libya,” underscored her joy and optimism about the move. However, her destination — Libya — triggered widespread concern among viewers who were quick to caution her about the potential dangers that await Nigerian migrants in the North African country.

Commenters reminded her of the country’s notorious record of human rights abuses, forced labor, and extortion targeting migrants. Many warned that her excitement could soon turn to regret if she finds herself trapped in the same cycle of exploitation faced by thousands of Nigerians in Libya.

The video has since sparked a broader conversation about the desperation fueling migration among Nigerian youth — and the worrying trend of glorifying risky destinations in the name of “hustle.”

This story is both heartbreaking and telling. It reflects the deep frustration and disillusionment among Nigeria’s youth — a generation so weary of limited opportunities at home that even a war-scarred country like Libya seems like a land of promise.

Her excitement, though naive, is also symbolic of a larger national tragedy. When people begin to view danger as hope, it’s no longer an individual decision — it’s a sign of systemic failure. It’s the result of years of unemployment, broken promises, and leaders who have turned migration into the last viable dream.

The young woman’s video is not just a viral moment; it’s a mirror held up to Nigeria’s collective conscience. It shows how desperation can blind optimism, and how poverty can make peril look like opportunity.

Perhaps what’s most painful is knowing that many like her will face exploitation and trauma abroad, only to be pitied when they return — if they return at all. Until Nigeria becomes a country where ambition can thrive safely at home, more of its youth will keep chasing survival across dangerous borders, smiling into their phone cameras as they head toward uncertainty.