An international business mentor and AI-driven operational sales leader has publicly praised Nigeria for its unity, cultural strength, and welcoming spirit, following fourteen years of living and working in the country.
Jimmy Khoury, a Certified Management Consultant and international business professional with experience across FMCG, manufacturing, and energy sectors, shared his reflections in a statement expressing admiration for Nigeria’s diversity and peaceful coexistence.
According to Khoury, Nigeria has made significant strides in fostering harmony among its many ethnic, cultural, and religious groups. He noted that the nation’s ability to draw strength from its diversity sets it apart, adding that Nigerians “do not judge by origin or belief, but by character.”
Khoury emphasized the hospitality extended to foreigners, stating that his experiences across multiple Nigerian communities were marked by kindness, appreciation, and mutual respect. “Nigeria has treated foreigners like myself with nothing but hospitality,” he said, describing the nation as a place that values peace, dignity, and human connection.
While acknowledging that no country is without challenges, Khoury cautioned against generalizations and highlighted Nigeria’s commitment to building a united future. He also urged global audiences to recognize the country’s potential and cultural richness.
Expressing gratitude for his fourteen-year stay, Khoury reaffirmed his pride in calling Nigeria home and encouraged others to appreciate the nation’s progress. He concluded with a message celebrating Nigeria as “a land of love, respect, and diversity.”
