btasha:


well i live in London, but ill really like to relocate to Nigeria but i don't know how to go about it in terms of getting a good job what to expect, how long it takes to get a job, can i get a job from UK before coming.? Do i have to do nysc?

Emasel:


To get a decent job in Nigeria,you'll need NYSC Certificate,unless you are above 30,then you could get exemption.Getting a good job in Nigeria depends on so many factors,

First, are you a fresh graduate or you already have some working experience?

If you belong to the latter,it will be relatively easier for you,landing a good job as most employers here would love to hire someone with foreign qualifications and experience.

But if you belong to the former,you'll have to go through the rigours of tests and interviews that other graduates go through for entry level positions.


Cheers.

btasha:


well i live in London, but ill really like to relocate to Nigeria but i don't know how to go about it in terms of getting a good job what to expect, how long it takes to get a job, can i get a job from UK before coming.? Do i have to do nysc?

btasha:

well i have been here for the past 15-16 years, i do not have any experience. I graduated with a first class in accounting and Finance degree. Okay i don't mind doing NYSC. which my degree i can literally work for any industry, but i don't know which industry is best in Nigeria in terms of career progression, salary and solid experience and how to get into the industry.

Also if i do my master will that help?

Emasel:


You've got a very good result! A First is a big plus especially in entry level jobs.

Like you said,you can fit-in and work in any industry as an Accountant.

Hmmmmm........ I can't really advise on which industry is best as regards career progression and salary,but for an accountant like you,for a start,I'll recommend the Big Four consulting firms(PwC,KPMG,Ernst and Young and Delloite),starting your career in any of these firms will help you a lot. You can also keep your options open by applying for other jobs.

btasha:


well i studied accounting and finance, but i don't want to work for an accounting firm i was thinking of working for a business and doing their accounts.

Emasel:


Well,I recommended those firms because I feel they will suit you being an accountant and also because their recruitment process is purely merit based,though very competitive.

You've been out of Naija for a quite longtime and so may not really be conversant of the system here.

The most lucrative industries in Nigeria currently are Oil and Gas,Banking and Telecommunications.
And getting a good job in these industries sometimes, takes more than being witty and smart,you need to be connected too.

Although,people still get good jobs in Oil and Telco companies without connection,It all depends on Grace and how good the individual is.

You could also arm yourself with a Masters if you can,before relocating back to Naija; it will also boost your profile and help you, especially in the multinationals.

I wish you the best!

Philadelphia:
You all should please ignore this btasha of a person. That guy/ babe is not in the UK. S/He is just messing around.

Philadelphia:
You all should please ignore this btasha of a person. That guy/ babe is not in the UK. S/He is just messing around.

btasha:


Thank you so much for your advise i really appreciate it. yes i will do my masters before relocating. i will try my best in getting a job to get experience before coming down. My aunty works for Total in Abuja so she has connection in the oil and gas industry, although she offered to help but i also want to have another option. Also a family friend offered to help with a job in CBN but i don't know much about these industries and how they operate in Nigeria. Working at CBN is it classified as a good job?

walearoy:


Yes it is.
I'll take the total if I had the option.
Help give one of your contacts my resume abeg

Walearoy@yahoo.com incase your response is in the affirmative.

btasha:


sorry one last question, where do you think is better to relocate to Abuja or Lagos?

btasha:


Thank you so much for your advise i really appreciate it. yes i will do my masters before relocating. i will try my best in getting a job to get experience before coming down. My aunty works for Total in Abuja so she has connection in the oil and gas industry, although she offered to help but i also want to have another option. Also a family friend offered to help with a job in CBN but i don't know much about these industries and how they operate in Nigeria. Working at CBN is it classified as a good job?

btasha:


sorry one last question, where do you think is better to relocate to Abuja or Lagos?

walearoy:


If you got accomodation, pls take abuja.
I'm in lagos now and I keep going crazy daily, pls don't come to lagos PLS.

nmezi1:
. Firstly I think Wale has furnished you with some good information just like some others here. My take is this, Be it for NYSC or Job, Total is for me a better place to be, the exposure, the packages and incentives are all mouth watering. But in any case if that fails CBN aint bad either and would still do as a good place. While most people would pray and wish to have one of such offers on the table, you've got two, and I've got to say, that's being blessed.

Emasel:


I'll say Abuja,Lagos is too crowded.Though Lagos has more business and job opportunities but it is very stressful.And if you'll be serving in CBN,Abuja will be most suitable,because you'll have a good chance of being retained after your NYSC.CBN is one of the best places to work in Nigeria,there is career progression and job security,and the pay is also very good.



BTW,I sent u a PM,pls check ur mail.

btasha:


Have accommodation in both places, in abuja garki ii and lagos on the mainland some where not sure of the name its my Aunty's house. But the thing she doesn't want me to go abuja simply because of boko haram

walearoy:


Boko fit strike anywhere jor,
However, your aunt is right too.
If you believe you can cope with lagos wahala you are welcome, I'll be waiting to welcome you.
Could you mail me?
Walearoy@yahoo.com

btasha:


Well it's been a while since I've been in Nigeria, to what I plan to do is visit both Lagos and Abuja during summer for a week or two each then decide, although Abuja is much cheaper for me. I have a house there my aunt lives there so I can always go over to her for anything tbh, but in Lagos the house I have there is too far so I'd need to rent a place on the island which is about 1.5 million and I've been told it's not a good look for a single young lady to live alone in a rented apartment.

walearoy:


Aiit,
Wish you the best as you choose and pray you make the best of choices.

Really wished I was in your shoes though!
I'm also on the island, we could meet if you wouldn't mind
Walearoy@yahoo.com is response is positive.

smallpeepee:
Hahaha bro stop jonzin, dat babe aint real, 1.5million, I gat connection in, total, nnpc, shell, if I hear! Dose dat got connections dont make noise. infact u dnt see them on nairaland, tins r fix up 4 them, they dnt disturb deirsef, aunty ko, uncle ni. U go beg taya she won't mail u she(he) is jux messin Ùp wit ur brain. U tink say u don catch maga abi hehehehehe..

smallpeepee:
Hahaha bro stop jonzin, dat babe aint real, 1.5million, I gat connection in, total, nnpc, shell, CBN, if I hear! Dose dat got connections dont make noise. infact u dnt see them on nairaland, tins r fix up 4 them, they dnt disturb deirsef, aunty ko, uncle ni. U go beg taya she won't mail u she(he) is jux messin Ùp wit ur brain. U tink say u don catch maga abi hehehehehe..

Philadelphia:

I thought I was the only one noticing it. I quickly informed everyone, and that idle folk @btasha was insulting himself (herself). You want to rent house, must you tell everyone how much the rent cost? You schooled in UK, you dey find work for Naija. Lol. No be only work you go find you suppose find visa enter Naija too. I sorry for you. UK ko OK foods ni

walearoy:

Aiit,
Wish you the best as you choose and pray you make the best of choices.
Really wished I was in your shoes though!
I'm also on the island, we could meet if you wouldn't mind
Walearoy@yahoo.com is response is positive.

Philadelphia:


I thought I was the only one noticing it. I quickly informed everyone, and that idle folk @btasha was insulting himself (herself). You want to rent house, must you tell everyone how much the rent cost? You schooled in UK, you dey find work for Naija. Lol. No be only work you go find you suppose find visa enter Naija too. I sorry for you. UK ko OK foods ni

btasha:
Lmao, Looooool ohh lawrd, so saying the price is wrong, I don't need visa, I have a British passport LOOL so asking for an advice is a crime, very bias!