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Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by sweetmelanin(f): 8:46pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor: Who mentioned jealousy? ![]() Aint my fault you parade the hot sun looking for jobs. People doing odd jobs abroad live a better life than you do. Hold your head up. E go better! 6 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by justwise(m): 8:46pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
2sexycom: They have the money to bribe corrupt officials and they know that Nigerians can sell their souls for money. That is what they saw. 4 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 8:47pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor:You will work..Yes!! But not everyone wants to be rich. For instance, Americans are not rich. Some of them are just within the middle-class and live a comfortable life, while in Nigeria u have all the money, but cannot get basic amenities which can make life comfortable. 9 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by wickyyolo: 8:48pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Today is Jubrin and tomorrow is Boko Haram. Guys if you know what is good for you better port out of this country. Me I dey enter Serengeti this December to go calm the Presure. But 2019 I must enter Government to chop my national cake sha. |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by jeff1607(m): 8:49pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
NONNYG: well you have a point there |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by CaseSensitive(m): 8:49pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Different strokes for different folks. I was in my early twenties when my life got filled with a lot of uncertainties as to where I'm gearing towards in life. I didn't think I was going to make it abroad, I just didn't see any prospect in sight back home in Nigeria. Dropped out of Uni because I was studying a course I had no ounce of interest in, which I had to or stay at home under my parents roof. Opportunity arrived to move to the UK and I didn't give it a second thought. I came with dreams and hopes which is paying off. Now in my final year in University and course of choice while working part time for a mobile phone retailer company with a good chance of moving up the ladder. I have friends who are happy with their security jobs and also have friends who have masters degree working in notable firms, from multinational engineering companies to the NHS. I'm not here to tell a success story but considering I am literally a "nobody" back home where favouritism and nepotism has eaten deep into the system. I have no chance of attaining this achievements if I'm still in Nigeria. Bottom line is, the system works here and everyone is given a fair chance. The system simply doesn't work in Nigeria. (If we have one in the first place) 20 Likes 4 Shares |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 8:49pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
frankfrank: we complain too much in this country. No body wanna sweat but want to eat fat 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by justwise(m): 8:50pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor: You wouldn't make a living washing toilet in Nigeria but you can in the west, Nigerians are not the only people washing toilet abroad, British, American, Eastern EU citizens all do cleaning job. Yes there is no dignity of labour in Nigeria 15 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Originalsly: 8:51pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
bayocanny: No.... but I did not burn any bridge before travelling. .... and had a whole lot of support anxiously awaiting my arrival. I looked before I leap. .. the problem. ....wayyyy too many of us leap first and hope to have a soft landing. 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by sirhamilton(m): 8:52pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
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Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by anambraamaka: 8:54pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
If you travel you will never come back 3 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 8:54pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Spygadgets19: in nigeria there people living comfortable lives. The reality is we are obessed with western materialism, credit cards and easy loan. 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by VeeVeeMyLuv(m): 8:54pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Jman06:Thank you, Abeg help me ask the op with his one corner thought process, pattern of thinking. 5 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by bayocanny: 8:56pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Originalsly:sir, I did not accused you of burning bridges in my previous post, I only ask for your location. happy vacation!!! 3 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Delivar(m): 8:58pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
codemaniacs:So you are suggesting the only way to succeed is by moving out of Nigeria? Will this continue like this forever? What if these countries bar Nigerians from coming in does it mean we can't help ourselves? We have what it takes to help ourselves but we are just not making any serious effort to solve our problems. 3 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Ugosample(m): 8:58pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
naunasabi: you have said it all 1 Like |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Govo4me2u(m): 8:58pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor:Go and ask Nigerian Govt why are their kids trooping abroad. ![]() 4 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Ugosample(m): 8:59pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
bluefilm: does the country look like some thing that can be built? 2 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by chigoizie7(m): 8:59pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
majekdom2: lol. yes, purpose comes before money, ask a young nigerian child what they want to be when they grow up and you will see sincerity in their answers, however, they remain persistent on what they want until they write jamb and they couldn't be admitted because they don't know any one or have money to bribe their way, they u will see focus and purpose change. The few that got admitted, graduated but couldn't secure a job because they are not connected will immediately change the purpose . na person wey 1st chop de think other things. Every focus now lands on making money, because here in naija once u have enough money , u can get anything done. even the ones that didn't go to formal education, has their dreams shattered because there is no support anywhere. if I know whit assurance that once I am done school that I am going to be gainfully employed no matter the course I read. that my researches will always be funded . why wont I be calm and focused on my purposes? I work in on of the financial institutions in naija, Nnewi precisely is where my branch is located, Nnewi is also a town where the teaching hospital is located, I interact with people because of my job. most of these medical/ nursing students are not here because of the passion for the job but because they are employable anywhere with high pay. that is what naija environment has made them to understand. here u read medicine because u can or because u r intelligent not because u have passion for humanity all because u wouldn't want to die of hunger. in USA, u read medicine because of the humanity reasons or some reasons that is not entirely about the money. in USA , u read fine and applied arts because of the passion for that. here in NAIJA u only read fine and applied arts because that is the only department that can offer you an admission and everyone is ok with it, why? because what matters is that once u graduate, u can work in a bank even when u read hausa language provided you are well connected. the system here is so messed up. it Is not that we dont know about purposes in life, but we cant do them on empty stomachs. here, there is nothing like building a career. it is all about surviving first. the only set of people that came close to having careers are teachers/lecturerers , but what kind of career would that be when a professor in mechanical engineering doesn't know what to do his car when it develops a fault or a professor in electrical engineering calls an apprentice electrician to come change bulbs in his house? Nigerians are just looking for countries that can give them what Nigeria cant give them. Nigerians do better in a saner climes than in Nigeria. 14 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by 6digitscomrade: 9:00pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
bayocanny:i was enraged because i read all his mentions and he couldn't help but explained things from his own glass prism... I will edit my post...Thanks.. |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by wickyyolo: 9:01pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
The only reason I get back to naija is because of Power , I love political power more than money. I have set all necessary foundation, just waiting for my turn. |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by JustSomeDude(m): 9:01pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor:Oga quiet. A large percentage of Nigerians have no idea about credits cards. Stop saying that shit just because you want to seem intelligent 5 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by hector: 9:02pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
sherylbakky: God bless u 1 Like |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 9:02pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
sweetmelanin: what is this one saying. Talking trash. YOU are just a capitalist slave trying to pay back uncle sam.soon you whole generation will be on debt. 1 Like |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Bimpe29: 9:04pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Exactly our discourse with my pals recently |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 9:04pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
If you want to stop this menace.......just make 1dollars=1naira.....the tax over there will make people run back home.......HARD CURRENCY bro....... |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by ogongogames(m): 9:05pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
As someone who was born and raised abroad. My feeling is that it's largely due to the exchange rate. Like many I have family who would be considered either on the richer or poorer ends of the spectrum. The richer one's have no interest in living abroad whatsoever rather they see it as just a place for holiday etc. I would at least 80% of the Nigerian-born immigrants based in the UK I encounter would prefer to live in Nigeria rather than the UK if they could make the "right kind" of money. Now onto the actual question. It's simple, there is a believe that the system abroad rewards hard work/determination which indeed is most true in comparison to Nigeria. The only thing I would say is there does seem to be a naivety that "abroad=better life". A lot forget there are so many that end up living a worse life than they did in Nigeria, so it's something that needs to be weighed up carefully. 5 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by 1kingwriter: 9:05pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
I laugh in Swahili! A friend of mine, a nurse moved to USA 5 months ago. She got her first pay check last week having worked for a month. As a starter in nursing, she earns $15 hourly and works on the average 16 hours : 15×16 = 240 Daily earning - $240 Monthly earnings - $6000 $6000 × N365 = N2,190, 000.00 Here in Nigeria she earns about N48, 000 monthly as a nurse here before moving to US. If you divide her monthly earning in the US with what she earned monthly while here in Nigeria, that will be about 4 years earnings. With the above picture, going abroad has it. 9 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by hector: 9:06pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
Jman06:God bless u richly for this comment 3 Likes |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 9:09pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
The only thing i read here is excuses. Many people just listing excuses and complains. Some are scared to lose their I AM ABROAD EGO. Stop the excuses and build your own country and stop adding to pains of so called developed countries. 1 Like |
Re: Why Do Nigerians Think That They Can Only Make It Abroad? by Nobody: 9:10pm On Dec 09, 2018 |
thebosstrevor:Those who are comfortable are the rich. Pls note that Materialism is not the same as basic amenities. These are mandatory and is a must. For instance, in a medical centre I know, when your going for antenatal check up, you need to go with your own hand gloves and cotton wool. For God sake, why can't the hospital make provision for that? Now is that materialism..Ask yourself?? 2 Likes |
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