“Abrokyire Changed My Life”: UK-Based Fredrick Osei Shares His Journey and Advice on SVTV Africa
Fredrick Osei, a Ghanaian living in the UK, was recently featured on SVTV Africa’s Daily Hustle Worldwide with DJ Nyaami. In his interview, he shared his migration journey, lessons learned abroad, and advice for Ghanaians both home and away.
Fredrick compared London to Accra, saying, “It’s a place where you can have fun, just like back home.” Despite having visited Ghana more than three times, he often spends only a week there—his most recent trip being just last month.
He expressed deep gratitude to his father for bringing him abroad. “Abrokyire has changed my life. I bless my father every day for giving me this opportunity,” he said. He has not only acquired wealth but has also helped four other family members relocate overseas.
Fredrick cautioned that not all courses lead to job opportunities, especially for Black people. “There are some courses you can study, but as a Black person, it becomes very hard to find work in that field. You need to choose practical courses like IT or nursing—those ones guarantee employment,” he advised.
Reflecting on the past, he shared that his father once shipped three cars in a single year—completely free. “Those days are gone. Now, no one gives you that kind of access anymore,” he noted.
Fredrick urged Ghanaians to invest back home but to do so wisely. “There will come a time they may send us back. Politicians don’t want Ghana to be great. But if you’re rich, Ghana becomes a land of opportunity,” he said.
He stressed that it’s a poor financial decision to build a mansion in Ghana while struggling abroad. “It’s a mental trap. The money doesn’t come out as expected. I bought a house in the UK before I built in Ghana. UK properties hold more value.”
Fredrick is married with three children. His wife, a former Emirates employee, is now a qualified dual nurse—thanks to his sacrifices. “She’s very intelligent. I asked her to go back to school. I even quit my job to take night shifts so she could attend classes. Three years later, she graduated,” he proudly shared.
To celebrate their 10th wedding anniversary, they built and opened one of their properties. “She was only 21 when we got married. I cherish her deeply,” Fredrick added.
He completed his mansion in Ghana within a year and six months and has also built apartments. However, he doesn’t send money to Ghana unless he’s physically present. “That way, I control how it’s spent.”
Fredrick cautioned those abroad to be mindful of their associations. “Avoid people who drink excessively and distract you. Your circle matters.”
Speaking on life in the UK, he explained that the system provides financial security. “If you fall sick and stay home, you still get paid. That’s sick pay. I’ve already planned for my retirement. By age 50, I won’t work anymore. If you came abroad in your 20s and are still working at 59, then you’ve failed. Work hard now so you can rest later.”
Ending on a motivational note, Fredrick shared a personal story. “I once loved a girl in Ghana, but I was broke, and her mother advised her to leave me. She even came to warn my mother. That broke us apart. But I got the chance to travel, and today, I have houses and cars.”
He concluded with encouragement: “If you’re in Ghana, don’t give up. Your time will come. One day, you’ll also make it.”
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