Japa Ruins Marriages FT KOJ

Japa Ruins Marriages FT KOJ

Author: Eggcorn Digital January 12, 2026 Duration: 1:05:53

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On this episode of So Nigerian, we’re joined by Oladipupo Adebowale, popularly known as the King of Japa, for a deep and eye-opening conversation on migration, marriage, and the realities young Nigerian couples face after relocating to the UK. We unpack why so many couples choose to leave Nigeria together, the pressures that come with starting over abroad, and how cultural shifts, financial stress, and changing dynamics can strain relationships.


From the expectations people carry into “Japa life” to the hard truths behind why some marriages don’t survive the move, this episode goes beyond the glossy version of relocation. Honest, thought-provoking, and necessary, it’s a conversation for anyone considering leaving Nigeria with a partner, or trying to make love and marriage work in a new country.

First episode of the year, and we’re back with another banger!


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