So, you japa’d. You packed your bags, left Nigeria, and started a new life abroad. Maybe it was for school, work, or simply to find peace of mind. But now, for one reason or another, you're thinking ...

In the typical Naija spirit of lifting each other, we've highlighted some of the things you should consider when choosing a country to japa to. Let's go! It's not surprising that the current economic ...

BY SAMUEL JEKELI In recent years, Nigeria has witnessed an unprecedented wave of skilled professionals leaving the ...

Nigeria’s already fragile healthcare system is under severe strain as the mass migration of doctors and other medical professionals continues to worsen manpower shortages across the country, the ...

As Nigeria prepares for a seminal vote in 2023, one surprise is that japa is not getting more attention as a political issue. A country being emptied of its most talented has to worry for its long ...

As 2022 gradually winds down in a few hours from now, ushering in 2023 with its huge promise, there is no sign the japa phenomenon that gained prominence in the outgoing year will abate soon. Instead, ...

Japa does not mean to walk away. It is to flee from danger or a compromising situation. It means fleeing from an abusive relationship, an extremely demanding situation, and life-threatening issues.