A Nigerian lady has fulfilled a lifelong dream by relocating her parents to Canada after many years of hardship and sacrifice in Nigeria, sharing emotional before-and-after photos to mark the milestone achievement.
The touching story, which has since gone viral, was first shared on TikTok by user @doccy_glamour_hair. She documented her mother’s struggles as a corn seller who stood by the roadside daily under harsh weather conditions, alongside her father who also worked tirelessly, all in a bid to ensure their children had a better life and brighter future.
In the viral video, she began by displaying old photos of her mother diligently roasting and selling corn at her roadside stall. The clip then shifted to her father, highlighting his years of silent sacrifices and dedication to the family.
The emotional moment deepened when the video captured her parents at the immigration office, processing their travel documents with visible joy and relief on their faces. The highlight came shortly after, when the proud daughter filmed their arrival in Canada — a dream come true after decades of struggle and endurance in Nigeria.
Reflecting on the remarkable journey, she wrote: “I watched my parents struggle till their old age. They worked so hard to take good care of us. Even I can’t do the kind of work they did because it was real hard work. But at the end of the tunnel, it was all laughter. From Nigeria to Canada — it was a dream come true for them. I am so happy for them because they truly deserve it and more.”
Her heartfelt post has since drawn massive attention online, with thousands of people celebrating the story as one of hope, gratitude, and the reward of parental sacrifice. Many social media users described it as a touching reminder that children who value their parents’ struggles can change their lives for the better.
The comments section was filled with emotional reactions, as people praised her for honoring her parents and giving them a chance to enjoy comfort and peace in their old age after years of selfless labor.
See some reactions below:
Bella🍭🍓: “See how they come deh young for abroad.”
ASEKUNLOWO: “She was proud of her parents when they were nothing and was also proud of them when they made it. A good Daughter❤️.”
ADEDOYIN 5G⚡️💫👑 ❤️: “He get the kind grace way juju no fit handle , na only God fit run am.”
ICHAKA♓️: “They were never old, na poverty stain their colors, I reject every spirit of poverty in my life 🙏🥰.”
Investor 💚: “Who else noticed they became young in Canada 😩naija no be sane place at all😭.”
Sweet oyin 💕💐: “I’m crying while watching this I pray all the parent eat the fruit of their labor congratulations 🫂💕🥰.”
🎀Olayinka 🎀: “I love thisssss 🥰🥰🥰they will live long to eat the fruit of their labour 🙏#tiktok let it go virallllll.”
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@doccy_glamour_hair
I watched my parent struggle till their old age. They work so hand to take good care of us. Even me I can’t do the work dey did cos it was real hard work but at the end of the tunnel it was all laughter. From Nigeria to Canada 🇨🇦. It’s was a dream came through for them. I am so happy for them because they truly deserve it and more . #samad#tomorrow #trendingsound #trending?song🔥fyp📣foryou
♬ original sound – SAMAD