Sarah(@cerababy):There’s a strange pressure that comes with being young and Nigerian you’re expected to build your own life while carrying the expectations of the people who raised you. You want to save, but there’s always something that needs attention. You want to invest, but your bills are waiting. You want to leave your job, but you can’t afford months without income. You want to enjoy your money, but you also feel guilty spending when your family might need help. Sometimes financial progress isn’t as simple as “learn a skill and work harder” For some people, every naira they earn already has a purpose waiting for it.

2026.08.12 07:18

There’s a strange pressure that comes with being young and Nigerian you’re expected to build your own life while carrying the expectations of the people who raised you. You want to save, but there’s always something that needs attention. You want to invest, but your bills are waiting. You want to leave your job, but you can’t afford months without income. You want to enjoy your money, but you also feel guilty spending when your family might need help. Sometimes financial progress isn’t as simple as “learn a skill and work harder” For some people, every naira they earn already has a purpose waiting for it.