Shatta Wale has joined the trending Dutch Passport vs PhD debate by stating his preference for a Dutch passport over a PhD obtained in Ghana, stating that the former offers greater opportunities for improving one’s quality of life.
According to him, many PhD holders in Ghana struggle to find decent employment, which undermines the significance of this academic achievement.
In contrast, Wale believes that a Dutch passport can significantly enhance one’s chances of securing a job and enjoying a better life, as the Netherlands has created a favourable environment for its citizens.
He further emphasized that passports from developed countries like the USA and Britain are highly valuable compared to the highest academic degrees obtained in Ghana.
This ongoing debate was initiated by Kofi Gabs aka Mr Happiness, a prominent Ghanaian social media personality residing in the Netherlands.
Gabs, who recently became a Dutch citizen and received a passport, argued that his Dutch citizenship holds more practical value than a PhD from Ghana.
He shared his personal experience of obtaining a visa to visit a friend in the United States through the ESTA app, highlighting the ease and efficiency with which he received approval due to his Dutch citizenship.
Gabs firmly believes that the tangible benefits of holding a Dutch passport outweigh the prestige associated with obtaining a PhD in Ghana.
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