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What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 10:20pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
Do you plan to relocate at the slimmest opportunity Are you undecided, confused, need clarity and want to ask certain questions ? I will be sharing some very awkward information unknown to lots of people who have never travelled. I am not sharing what i heard or assumed, its about what I know and I have seen in person - (direct information) It's going to be detailed and informative Best wishes as we begin this anticipated journey................................STAY TUNED ! 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 10:26pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
More than 90% of african immigrants have no choice but to settle for the jobs not sought after by the citizens of western countries No tussle, easy walk in 1. Security (mostly Men) Dressed in suit and ties .......as bankers and corporate workers appear in Nigeria 2. Cleaners (mostly women) Its a lot different, not with brooms of course....with vacuum cleaners and not as in this part of the world. Cleaners only literally work much later after working hours so they barely even know or meet the employees They only come at night, do their work in the offices already assigned to them on daily or weekly basis 3. HCA (Both male and female) Healthcare Assistant Readily available 2 days training real quick - 3rd day you are rushed to begin work Loads of shifts - Carehomes especially for old or people who require support with activities of daily living some even call it BBC - British bottom cleaning It's hectic, you literally feed, bath, clean, dress change diapers, carry (Not really with hands - with use of hoist) to be updated soonest 2 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 10:29pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
I am gonna shatter the legs of tables not just shake the tables like Reno Omokri lol 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 11:38pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
I am not against the notion of people moving abroad The deception and expectations just don't seem close to reality at all There is a wide gap between what we think/assume and the reality - Why those abroad definitely have to 'feel good' or better off to maintain that longstanding momentum which makes others in Nigeria feel there are missing 'everything' 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 11:40pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
I have spent few years outside of the country, Currently in Nigeria People deserve to be informed in this day and age Not just travel and get shocked when that reality dawns on them I wont be talking about abroad, as I have not toured many countries I will be dwell majorly on the UK - which is a popular destination because it is a country I have lived in 4 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 11:59pm On Jul 09, 2023 |
Average Salary in the UK = £2,000 Amount paid into account is without tax, at least 20% already deducted by HRMC 20% of £2000 is £400 So average pay is £2000-£400 = £1600 I used £2000 as average, Bear in mind, many still do not earn that average - below average is a stark reality as well 4 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:04am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Rent is paid on a monthly basis, not annually as we do here Salary of a few months might easily be equivalent of ANNUAL RENT here in Naija Monthly Rent ranges depending on the location, however a minimum range still lies between £700-800 That's a significant chunk of whatever take-home you get I am not being NEGATIVE - Just some blunt information to control expectation and optimism 2 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:07am On Jul 10, 2023 |
When you work hard for money, being paid on hourly basis - be guaranteed there's no catching fun, casual gisting or phone pressing - IT'S WORK and WORK. I tell you Jack can real become a dull boy abroad, No one really cares about Play per sey but You must work 2 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:09am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Abroad is not for lazy people at all If you are lazy and don't braze up - There seems to be only 1 option abroad It's an outright straight option - FRAUD But then, there is also an option for SMART PEOPLE who are able to apply skills As I said, I am not here to discourage - Just sharing some Reality information IMO 6 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:12am On Jul 10, 2023 |
If you have a handjob or skill Tailoring, Barbing, Cooking, Hair dressing, MC, Selling of african home made stuff Abroad is the Promised land 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:13am On Jul 10, 2023 |
What about doctors, nurses etc ? I am a doctor ? So calm down, 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:23am On Jul 10, 2023 |
UK people are stingy, US people are generous Please don't join in that generalisation Whoever is willing and can afford to will do so There can be a stingy one based in USA and a generous philanthropist based in that 'stingy' UK People suffer 'odd' jobs to earn a living just to survive Disengage from that very distasteful 'entitlement' mindset of expectation from those abroad 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:25am On Jul 10, 2023 |
SOCIAL MEDIA goes further to make Japa feel like the best thing to happen to anyone, Reality is mostly hidden from Social media Packaging has been a thing long before now 7 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:27am On Jul 10, 2023 |
UK has been packaging schools to milk foreign students for years, for all those thousands of Pounds - would you get value for money or just feel good within yourself and regard it as achievement. what are the chances of a job after studies - Still quite slim Odd jobs remain available to everyone who just wants to survive 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:31am On Jul 10, 2023 |
A small sachet of Alabukun, could be seen as precious Gold it could be sold for as high as £10, Yes ALABUKUN it's an african product not on the shelf of Supermarkets all across the streets of UK The value is higher abroad.......not to be compared with price in Naira Milo......... is the Tea most of us we know, nothing really comes close, not even Bournvita, I think Nesquick comes close, but also does not come cheap at all 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:33am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Haircut would cost at least £20 Plating hair could cost a minimum of £60 Please don't tag people who work for money as stingy - Not fair in anyway at all They must be sensible with their spending by default It's an AUTOMATIC RESET 5 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:35am On Jul 10, 2023 |
GBP - Pound notes are never sprayed, NEVER EVER It' s rather even converted to dollar notes for spraying purposes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:37am On Jul 10, 2023 |
THE UK is a very conservative country, things are absolutely of necessity, Its a demanding culture The US is more liberal and social. Americans are loud, big houses, big cars 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:40am On Jul 10, 2023 |
I discovered my business sense in the UK, a skill I never even knew was within E-Commerce right at the peak of Covid 19 - It was a lifechanging experience Knowing how to make money is a SKILL, which is big deal 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:43am On Jul 10, 2023 |
When nigerians meet frequently - 90% and more of their discussions is about Nigeria. Home is where the heart is Those abroad are even more current than those living in Nigeria No jokes at all, they know what's up 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:45am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Coming home is a 'feel good' vibe to Nigerians abroad The Careworker, HCA, Cleaner, Security officer feels big in home surrounding at least on for some time being before the return back to full time hustle 2 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:47am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Abroad people, pls feel free to counter me ooooo I say it as it's in my view, No additives 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:49am On Jul 10, 2023 |
One of the biggest surprises I had was a Nigerian telling me about the business of combining a Carwash and a small kiosk where people can chill, take a few drinks with Asun etc. People abroad seem to even see the opportunities more around us in Nigeria, while those around the opportunities just complain as a daily routine 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 12:53am On Jul 10, 2023 |
If you have to live abroad and survive, you must work For you to work, You must behave yourself If you have no self-discipline, You are walking into an open trap A nigerian told me once in London that ''Nigerian men are closer to heaven abroad because the laws of the land makes them behave'' lol I am a nigerian man, that's one of the funniest things i have ever heard 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 1:00am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Why did I return back to Nigeria ? I still need some fresh air, in a relaxed atmosphere The trains in London, wait for no 1 - The only day the trains do not work is December 25 Every other day, It has a vital role in taking people to work to ensure work is almost non-stop It's a common sight to see people chase trains to meet their start time at work - They are paid per hour, not just some civil service jobs where people literally just go to office late to watch movies and gist. Do we even chase buses in Nigeria? Nah 3 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by freemindcity: 2:51am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Dey play |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Hopez456(m): 4:08am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Ekitibiased:You're right, why is it so? |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by tommy589(m): 6:32am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Japa is for the young 1 Like |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 7:04am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Going abroad must be with a Plan and purpose It's not about......when I get there - what you see is not what you get. I am an introvert, but I tell anyone - Being an introvert abroad can be your undoing. People network can be crucial to your success abroad Information shared to you directly might just not be on the Internet FACT 7 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Ekitibiased(m): 7:06am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Abroad life is a lock down life, You step out to work 98% of the time. Those in Yankee find time to chill inspite of all which is good for their sanity Pressure from work is crazy. Some people age faster abroad despite the weather, it's work stress majorly 2 Likes |
Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by jmoore(m): 7:22am On Jul 10, 2023 |
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Re: What Should Know As You Consider Japa by Gottiii: 9:08am On Jul 10, 2023 |
Nice thread, OP 3 Likes |
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