Cap-Haïtien, Haiti – April 24, 2026 – Nigerian content creator and travel influencer Sunjohn Nwose has touched down in Cap-Haïtien, Haiti, bringing fresh international attention to the historic northern city just days after a high-profile visit by fellow African influencers and Haitian star Ariana Milagro Lafond.
In a reel posted on his Instagram account (@sunjohn_nwose), the popular Nigerian creator announced his arrival with pride: “Just landed in Haiti the land that gave birth to Black freedom.” The video quickly circulated among Haitian netizens, who welcomed him warmly with comments like “Welcome to Haiti my African brother!” Nwose, known for his vibrant storytelling that celebrates African and diaspora cultures, has long expressed admiration for Haiti. His earlier TikTok and Instagram content praising Haitian women, relationships, and the country’s revolutionary history has already built him a dedicated following in Haitian communities.
The timing of Nwose’s visit is no coincidence. It follows the triumphant homecoming of 19-year-old Haitian influencer Ariana Milagro Lafond, winner of the 8th edition of the pan-African youth empowerment competition House of Challenge held in Lomé, Togo, on April 11, 2026. Lafond, who represented Haiti with a project on child nutrition and youth vocational training, returned home alongside the competition’s organizers: Cameroonian singer Kuekam “Bovann” Borel and Beninese comedian Kpomaho “Jojo le Comédien” Nondroas.
The trio was greeted with massive crowds in both Port-au-Prince and Cap-Haïtien. During emotional speeches at Cap-Haïtien’s Town Hall, Lafond called for peace and a new image for her country, declaring, “We deserve to see another Haiti. The world has to see another Haiti.” Bovann and Jojo joined her in touring the nation, highlighting its culture, landscapes, and people, while officially announcing that the 9th edition of House of Challenge will be hosted in Haiti in 2027. Their visit generated widespread buzz across Haitian and diaspora social media, positioning the country as a rising hub for positive African-diaspora collaboration.
Local Haitian media outlet Tito.ht noted Nwose’s arrival as yet another boost: “Nigerian popular content creator Sunjohn Nwose (@sunjohn_nwose) arrived in Cap-Haïtien today, adding new attention to the country through his growing online presence.” The influencer’s move is seen by many as part of a broader momentum of African creators helping reshape global perceptions of Haiti — from revolutionary cradle to vibrant cultural destination.
Nwose, born in 1991 in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria, has built his brand on authentic travel storytelling and pan-African unity. His videos often explore diaspora connections, from Yoruba traditions in the United States to the strength and beauty of Haitian women. Fans expect his upcoming content from Cap-Haïtien — known locally as Okap — to showcase everything from the city’s colonial architecture and Citadelle Laferrière to everyday Haitian hospitality.
As Haiti continues to navigate challenges, the back-to-back visits by influential African voices like Bovann, Jojo, Lafond, and now Sunjohn Nwose are sparking hope. Social media users are already calling it “influencer diplomacy” — a powerful tool to highlight the nation’s resilience, beauty, and unbreakable ties to the broader African world.
Welcome to Haiti, Sunjohn. The country that birthed Black freedom is ready for your lens.
