Chioma Chinaka Okwum, a Nigerian woman living in the United States, has opened up about the emotional and physical toll of relocating abroad, revealing how life in the U.S. has accelerated her aging process.
In a heartfelt Facebook post shared on Friday, August 1, 2025, Chioma expressed her deep longing for home and the many challenges she faces as an immigrant — from climate change and food adjustments to emotional stress and loneliness.
“Living in that USA aged me so fast,” she wrote. “I don’t know what to blame. The food. The weather. The people. The stress. The solitude.”
“I Was Finer and Fresher in Nigeria”
Chioma reminisced about her days back in Nigeria, where despite the hustle and grind, she felt more vibrant and healthy.
“I was hustling bad in Nigeria. But I was still finer and fresher than I am here in the USA,” she added.
She attributed the change in her appearance and overall well-being to the foreign environment, stating that the U.S. weather may not be suitable for people with tropical backgrounds like hers.
A Cry for Home
Her post ended on a nostalgic and emotional note:
“But nonetheless we keep moving. When shall I see my home? I will never forget my home.”
Chioma’s story echoes the sentiments of many Nigerians in the diaspora who struggle with homesickness, cultural adjustment, and the hidden emotional costs of migration.