Yes, some of them had come across some Nigerians with certain traits, so they had a perception about Nigerians beforehand. But, they are usually shocked when one acts and behaves differently, then they realise one has a different character from the people they had earlier encountered.I was not stereotyped. I was actually eager to experience other people’s cultures. Black people all over the world are usually looked down upon, but I was willing to learn.I went to their parliament.
I also noticed that the floor was transparent, and I asked them why. They said they believe the power of the people is more than the power of the government, and the implication is that, the people have the right to step on the government.In Germany, I found out that teaching was one of the most paid professions. When I asked why, they said one cannot have more money than the people who taught one. I wish we can inculcate that into the Nigerian system. Majority of our teachers are suffering.
Not at all. The way and reason they do things are totally different from us. It was a whole new world for me.All rights reserved. This material, and other digital content on this website, may not be reproduced, published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed in whole or in part without prior express written permission from PUNCH.