A Nigerian man is celebrating a major milestone after officially becoming a British citizen, six years after moving to the UK on a work visa.
He proudly flaunted his new British passport in a heartfelt post shared on his X (formerly Twitter) page.
In the post, he revealed he achieved the status just last month and received his blue passport two weeks later.
“I became a British citizen last month, and just two weeks later, my ‘Blue’ passport arrived,” he wrote. “Visiting London has been a childhood dream, but never in my wildest dreams did I think I’d one day be called a citizen of the UK — a place I can now call home.”
He added that growing up, he was nicknamed “Pappilo of London” or simply “Papa,” which now feels like a childhood prophecy come true.
Reflecting on his journey, he expressed deep gratitude:
“It took me some time to put this into words as I am still processing it all, but I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity. This country has given me so much, and I have grown so much since arriving at Heathrow on 1st January, 2019.”
He emphasized that while it may seem like an “ordinary” event to others, it’s a momentous occasion for him.
“For that boy from Bariga who defied the odds, this is a huge milestone I am proud of and choose to celebrate.”
Sharing how he accomplished it, he wrote: “Took 6 years on a work visa.”
Despite his new status, he expressed continued love for his homeland: “I still love my Green passport.”
The post, which has since gone viral, drew reactions from many who congratulated him and celebrated his success.
See some reactions below:
@OhinoyiRay1: “Congratulations Pappilo Of London ❤️ what it seems like a joke as comes to reality. You no go see Akoba Adaaba.”
@tkb417: “congrats my man. Another evidence sound education is the ultimate.”
@AkinMoses1: “Congratulations man 👏🏾. The UK is fortunate to have such a bright and brilliant person as you to call a citizen.”
@NudgeTM: “Congratulations bros. You’ve now earned the right call the rest of us immigrants.”
@Mary_lyn190: “Congrats Papa, how did you achieve such feat Within such a short period? Tapping into your grace sir, bigger you.”
@Pafsa_1M: “Congratulations. If you are looking for a spouse to give visa I am here.”
@Mujaahid_1: “Congratulations sir. May Allah make the city safe and cool for you and unlock more accomplishments for you.”
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