A young Nigerian man has sparked conversation online after revealing how he was abruptly denied a $2,000 job opportunity—simply for disclosing that he’s Nigerian.
The man, who goes by @fwdaniels on X, shared his experience in a post that quickly gained traction. According to him, everything was going smoothly with the prospective employer until he mentioned his nationality during the conversation. That revelation instantly changed the tone, and he was informed that the company wasn’t accepting applicants from his region at the moment.
Shocked and disheartened, he lamented that being honest about his origin had cost him a major opportunity. In his own words, he wished he had lied about his nationality, given the heartbreaking outcome.
The revelation drew a flood of responses from fellow Nigerians and sympathisers. One user noted that he had experienced something similar while trying to secure a $500 monthly position—only to find out that another Nigerian had scammed the employer by taking upfront payment and vanishing, fueling the mistrust.
Others chimed in with differing views: some empathised with the pain of missed chances, while others cautioned against turning bitterness into self-hate, urging Nigerians to uphold honesty rather than conceal their identity.
While the man’s experience reflects a growing stigma Nigerian freelancers sometimes face on international platforms, it has also reignited a broader discussion on global perceptions, fraud-related biases, and the fine line between reputation and opportunity.
Source: NewsandVibes.com
