Positive and Negative impacts of Youth Migration in Nigeria

Positive and Negative Impacts of Youth Migration in Nigeria

Youth Migration cannot be all bad as it is a phenomenon that is here to stay. What then are the opportunities that it brings and how can Africa tap into this for its development. There are various opportunities and ways in which Africa as a continent can tap into this phenomenon to bring about development on the continent. Positive and Negative Impacts of Youth Migration in Nigeria

It has been suggested that rather than a simplistic notion of ‘brain drain’ from developing countries, warranting barriers to emigration or some form of ‘ethical recruitment’ policy in destination countries, a much more nuanced view of skilled migration is required.

POSITIVE IMPACTS OF YOUTH MIGRATION IN NIGERIA

• Increased in foreign investment
• cultural integration
• Exchange of vital ideas
•  Friendly relationship between regions and countries of the world.
• Technical, political and financial assistance and Aids
• Improvement in trade
• Regional integration and settlement of disputes among different parts of countries and the world at large.
• Development  and expansion of market
• Healthy global competition
• Establishment of Joint projects.
• Availability cheap goods and services
• Religious and ethnic tolerance
• Increase in foreign remittances

NEGATIVE IMPACTS OF YOUTH MIGRATION IN NIGERIA

• Racial abuse and discrimination
• Transfer of diseases and sicknesses

• Violence and killings
• Pollution and environmental degradation
• Foreign dominance of the domestic economy
• Religious violence
• Influx of contraband goods
• Unemployment
• Repatriation of profits
• Congestion
• Shortage of basic amenities
• Food shortage
• Foreign exchange depreciation
• Deterioration of security situation
• overdependence of foreign goods at expense of local ones
• Brain drain.

FAQs

What are the positive impacts of youth migration on Nigeria’s economy?

Youth migration can positively impact Nigeria’s economy by contributing to remittances sent back home by migrants. These remittances help improve household income, reduce poverty, and finance education and healthcare. Additionally, youth who migrate and acquire new skills abroad can bring back knowledge, expertise, and innovative ideas that contribute to economic development and entrepreneurship in Nigeria.

How does youth migration affect the social structure in Nigeria?

Youth migration can lead to changes in the social structure of Nigeria. On the positive side, it can create a more globally connected and culturally diverse society, with returning migrants often bringing new perspectives and practices. However, on the negative side, migration can lead to the erosion of traditional family structures, as extended families may be separated for long periods. This can result in weakened community bonds and reduced social cohesion.

What are the potential negative consequences of youth migration on Nigeria’s development?

One of the significant negative impacts of youth migration is the “brain drain” effect, where the emigration of skilled and educated young people results in a shortage of talent and human capital in Nigeria. This can hinder the country’s development by reducing innovation, slowing economic growth, and weakening public services like healthcare and education. Additionally, the departure of the youth can lead to a decline in the working-age population, which affects labor supply and can create gaps in various sectors of the economy