luminousity:
Idiot. As if na tissue paper u go use pay for the bill of all those rubbish u state above.

9niceguy:
All of you are saying true, true as if is true. To acquire aforementioned, would the person get it anywhere for free? We have seen people on this NL even begging for money to survive, now you pay no attention to that.
Say another thing, pls.

wolegzy:
I think you have a point @op but in addition to the above stated, I have observed over the year that majority of our graduates don't want to start from anywhere but the utmost top .

A lot of Nigerian graduates though not from rich backgrounds with no connections want to get out of the NYSC camp and head straight to an AC tight office and drive AC tight rides.

No company wants to employ a liability , they all want people that will add value to their organization. That is why you will see adverts for Graduate trainee requesting for 2 years post nysc experience.

Dear Nigerian graduates , it is time you realised that you should not reject any job you can lay your hand on , irrespective of the pay or work conditions- provided its matches your future goals and desired working environment.

These low paying jobs build you and add value to you and most importantly gives you the seemingly compulsory 'work experience' these companies ask for.

xTerses:
@ OP no doubt you are from a rich background.

I agree with you that company/employers have needs that needed to be attended to but how many people can afford what it takes to acquire the skills needed?

For example, someone aspiring to be a professional programmer who struggles to get just 1 meal per day, how can such afford cost of professional programming course?
Or the daring who is determined to learn programming on his/her own because he can't afford NIIT, who struggles to get a laptop, internet data bundle and now no power supply.

Its high time employers Change how they operate. Instead of looking for skills and experience, get those who have potentials and train them on how to solve your problem.

The government, rich and employers are reason why there are lots of unemployed and they try to justify themself by blaming the un-employed for not having the right skills.

9niceguy:
All of you are saying true, true as if is true. To acquire aforementioned, would the person get it anywhere for free? We have seen people on this NL even begging for money to survive, now you pay no attention to that.
Say another thing, pls.

Ben1975:
There are programs that honest people who are not work shy, can join for free online.

If they can manage to get onto Nairaland they can get onto these programs too. You just need to look in the right places.

What they give up in investment though they must exchange for effort

But there are out there, its ridiculous that people should be in such a state.

More Nigerians need to become entrepreneurial, but some just don't want to put in the time to learn.
You can join programs that will allow you to earn why you learn and many are free! And I mean long standing reputable ones.

But too many people jus won chop free money!

No food for lazy man

Ben Ajose

luminousity:
Idiot. As if na tissue paper u go use pay for the bill of all those rubbish u state above.

HooxJnr:
@op, am a graduate, I approached a satellite installer in Abuja to allow me be an apprentice under him. I already have the basic knowledge about the satellite installation stuff, I just needed him to put me through in some few things am not familiar with. I practically begged to work with him just to enable me learn and improve on my skills. The man charged me 20,000 for a month training of which I will have to pay more if am to continue after the one month . Truth is that I don't have such amount of money. I explained things to him but he said he will not charge less.

Truth is someone people like me are ready to acquire skills but there are few organizations ready and willing to teach people at a fair price . I am still searching for someone or an organization willing to teach me satellite TV installation at a lesser price in Abuja.

timilehing:
Absolute rubbish. As if you don't need start up capital to set-up any biz. Some people will just wake & start thinking nonsense just because their papa money dey speak for dem. smh

Ben1975:
There are programs that honest people who are not work shy, can join for free online.

If they can manage to get onto Nairaland they can get onto these programs too. You just need to look in the right places.

What they give up in investment though they must exchange for effort

But there are out there, its ridiculous that people should be in such a state.

More Nigerians need to become entrepreneurial, but some just don't want to put in the time to learn.
You can join programs that will allow you to earn why you learn and many are free! And I mean long standing reputable ones.

But too many people jus won chop free money!

No food for lazy man

Ben Ajose

jennex05:
Imagine a handsome and well-to-do young man, a bachelor for that matter. He's ready and set for marriage. He embarks on a search for his better half. He's looking for a beautiful woman.
A down-to-earth woman. A peaceful, caring and loving woman. A woman who can take care of his home and children. Is that too much? Well, that's his specification and choice. He has a need and he has to fill it.


Meanwhile, there are lots of spinsters out there looking to get married. As the saying goes, there are more women than men. In fact the "spinsterhood market" is condensed.

So why can't this young man just pick one out of the many single girls out there. The reason is simple. He hasn't seen anyone that fits his spec. He doesn't care if the "spinsterhood market" is condensed. All he cares about is the right woman who can fill his needs.

Naturally, Man, unlike God is selfish.

Analogous to the above scenario is the labour market. The ratio of job seekers to employers is about an alarming 1000 : 1, if not more.
Employers don't care about the unemployed. No employers goal is to reduce unemployment rate in any country. Most times, there goal is to make money. Sorry. Man is selfish.

Every employer/company has needs. They need a good accountant who can manage their finances, They need an exceptional web developer who can manage their web site. The need an experienced Building Engineer who can manage their works and projects. Are you good, exceptional or experienced. They need to fill these needs.

Lesson: Stop complaining. You annoy me when you do. Well, i guess my emotions and opinion don't count in your life.
Quit saying there are no jobs. There are. There are things to do. People have needs. Find them, fill them. Get yourself equipped with a new skill.

Who doesn't have just a degree today? Is that all you can offer? SMH for you.

Learn a computer program. Learn how to sell a product. Learn French. Get a Masters degree or even a PHD. Learn AUTOCAD. Learn PeachTree. Sharpen your convincing skills. Go out there and learn something that will make you stand out from the crowd. You'll find employers begging to employ you.

Trust me on this. This sh*t works like charm.

I guess my opinion counts now.

Sincerely,
JobZilla Nigeria - http://www.jobzilla.ng/

Blackbeauty:
My thoughts exactly!People just don't get it at all..the topic first of all is annoying..I have met someone who had a first class from uniport,plus oda professional degrees from courses he took after graduation;no job yet o!where hasn't he gone to for interviews?its not as sweet as u put it eh..no be only learn french,na learn swahili!how many people can afford to even learn a skill..abi na free?The average nigerian parent leaves you to your fate once you start serving.So where wil d job applicant get funds to do all get those ur "magic surefire keys to employment"!I hate when people write stuff from a very myopic point of view..money to even pay fare to the venue of interviews is a problem..I even advise people to start applying with d basic degree they have..most employers want cheap labour,so u and your phd go trek tire..it just takes d grace of God..Not ur degree,skills,french or whatever u think can get one a job..even the people you know in high places may not help!

Engrtemmy:


By satellite TV, do you mean DSTV and it's likes? If yes, trust me, you don't need that man neither should you waste your 20K. Instead, use that 20K to get a digital signal tracker. Once you have that, your problem is half solved.

No one taught me yet I know it, it's not difficult.

Even if I no longer do it these days, the experience is still there and I might be of help. You can send me a pm