“It’s Not the Life I Want” Nigerian Woman Says Goodbye to U.S. Hustle, Relocates To Nigeria

 

After years of living and working in the United States, Nigerian native Jenny Jones has decided to return to her homeland, not out of compulsion, but by choice. In a candid revelation shared through her TikTok page, Jenny spoke openly about the emotional and mental toll that life in the U.S. had taken on her—and why she believes Nigeria holds the promise of a more fulfilling chapter.

For many immigrants, the American Dream is a goal worth chasing. But for Jenny, the reality fell short of the dream. She described a gnawing sense of exhaustion and emotional depletion that persisted despite various efforts to prioritize her wellbeing.

"I'm going to Nigeria because I feel I am burnt out in the U.S., and I need a break," Jenny shared. "I am also starting my clothing line."

That business venture is not just a side hustle—it is the heart of her future in Nigeria. With plans to settle in Lagos, Jenny is trading in her American routine for the fast-paced, yet creatively vibrant landscape of Nigeria’s commercial capital. But the move is about more than business; it’s a radical act of self-care.

In a heartfelt video diary, Jenny laid bare the mental and emotional challenges she’s faced in the U.S.—challenges that no supplement or therapy session could seem to fix. “There is no amount of supplement that you will take, there is no amount of therapy that you will do that you will not be in constant battle with your mental health because you are living in a place where you don’t feel fulfilled,” she said.

Her words struck a chord with many viewers, as she described a life that felt both monotonous and draining. From the rigid 9-5 structure to the overwhelming pressure of day-to-day tasks like cleaning and laundry, Jenny painted a picture of a cycle that left little room for joy or rest. “You are lonely, you are bored… You just feel like there is so much you could be doing out there,” she expressed.

It’s this very feeling—that she’s meant for more—that’s pushing her to take the leap. “I don’t want to work 9-5 for the rest of my life. I do not want to work for nobody for the rest of my life. It’s just not how I want to live,” she declared passionately.

Jenny’s move is a personal one, but it also echoes a growing sentiment among young professionals across the globe who are questioning conventional career paths. Her choice to leave behind a stable life in the U.S. in pursuit of personal happiness and entrepreneurial independence is, for her, a form of liberation.

She acknowledges that the decision to relocate wasn’t easy. Leaving behind the structure and systems of the United States comes with its own risks and uncertainties. But for Jenny, the trade-off is worth it. “Do you see the glow up on my face just talking about the fact that I’m moving to Nigeria?” she beamed in one of her TikTok posts.

As she prepares to launch her fashion line in Lagos, Jenny is stepping into a space where creativity meets cultural identity, and where freedom replaces fatigue. Her journey underscores a profound truth: sometimes, home is where the heart—and healing—truly lies.

Jenny’s story is not just one of relocation, but of renewal. In leaving behind the burnout and repetition of American life, she is choosing purpose over predictability, joy over job titles, and fulfilment over familiarity.