Nigerian musician, Johny Drille has got fans’ reactions to his latest tweet on his “X ” page about his moving to Canada.
The Nigerian afropop artist who recently welcomed a child posted saying; “Just got my Canadian visa. Looks like i’m seeing y’all in Canada soon”
Just got my Canadian visa.
Looks like i’m seeing y’all in Canada soon 🫶🏾
— Johnny Drille (@Johnnydrille) January 1, 2024
However he replied saying as well; “High Time we did a show there”
However due to the unfavorable condition of the economy, Nigerians are thinking he is also following the Japa syndrome as it has come to be part of Nigerians leaving the shores of the country, as one fan outrightly replied to his post;
@Sinceth; Congratulations on the Jakparism
https://twitter.com/sinc6th/status/1741899418616438856?t=LAKpovfyW5vK7Y3AoE0PbQ&s=19
Them no dey talk this kind thing until you reach Canada
Them no dey talk this kind thing until you reach Canada 😭
— Eugene Krabs (@Oluwakorey) January 1, 2024
@NessieBillions‘Wow I’m next Congratulations’
Wow I’m next
Congratulations 🎈🎉🍾🎊— TressesByNessie_ (@TressesbyNessie) January 1, 2024
@Marvel also asked; Johnny concert or Japa?
Johnny concert or Japa?
— Marvel (@MAlatoru) January 1, 2024
Such comments and reactions aren’t surprising as a lot of musicians have in the pursuit of greener pastures, several Nigerian musicians have chosen to carve their paths beyond the borders.
The phenomenon, often expressed as ‘JAPA,’ resonates with those seeking better opportunities overseas, believing in the allure of greener grass. Here are some of the notable musicians who opted for life beyond Nigeria:
eLDee (Lanre Dabiri): Renowned rapper, singer, and record producer, eLDee, a former member of Trybesmen, now serves as an IT Consultant in the United States.
Samklef (Samuel Oguachuba): Award-winning music producer Samklef creates Afrobeats music from the United States, showcasing global collaborations.
Adekunle Gold; The Afrobeats singer, along with his family, relocated without specifying reasons, maintaining a bi-continental lifestyle between the U.S. and Nigeria.
Tekno (Augustine Miles Kelechi): Announcing his move via Instagram, Tekno emphasized returning only when Nigeria transforms back to its former self, residing in the United States for now.
Niyola (Eniola Akinbo): The ‘Toh Bad’ singer moved to Los Angeles, seeking an open space to discover and express her true self.
Mode 9 (Babatunde Olusegun Adewale): The rapper who collaborated with Canibus eventually relocated to the United Kingdom after hustling in Nigeria.
