Japa is a Yoruba coinage, which in its literal connotation denotes ‘to leave for good’. It has become the new catch phrase for unbridled migration by desperate Nigerians in search of better paying jobs or other life supporting means.

In this episode of The Bearing, we bring you the horrible tale of a young Nigerian who almost died in search of a greener pasture, plus things you should know before you Japa.