I'm thinking about relocating back to Nigeria after studying and working in the US. My parents reside in Abuja.
What is the job market like. Where can I find affordable flats/apartments. Not looking for anything flashy. Just looking for a nice, safe place to rent.

What's a decent place to live at? I guess my main concern is NEPA and water which is why i'm still a little hesistant about making the move.

I keep hearing that you need a plan in place before you make the move. Is it possible to get a job offer even without being present in the country. Any advice/help will be appreciated.

What can you tell me about Abuja because I haven't been back in ages. When I stayed in abuja (H.S days). It was very nice but I heard that it is a lot different now and very congested.
My post is not very coherent but please bear with me. Thanks again.

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what?,when nairalanders are struggling to check out you still want to come back to this accident waiting to happen called Naija.please my brother stay and find something (even na taxi driver) dey do.You can come during xmas and visit your parents.

@ meddler, if its for job, I advise you to start applying online. since you have an international degree, you will not have troubles gettting good jobs with good pay too. goodluck.
@nattyspice
we are all suppose to travel abroad, learn skills and come back to contribute to (or correct) the situation in Naija.
Naija is our home

any idea what job boards I can use? Won't i be required to attend the interview in person? I only have a bachelor's degree how would that affect me? Thanks

@meddler,
nattyspice has said it all, there r no JOBS in 9ja. But if u insist, come and c it ursef.

@ meddler

There are a lot of facts to consider when relocating. As previously advised, you must plan ahead. You will need a good sum of money to start off.
AS far as accomodation. If you can bunk with you parents for a while that will be a good idea and then go from there exploring relatively good places to stay in. this will safe you a lot of hassle.

I would recommend Wuse II, a little pricey but the benefits of staying here pays out in the long run. You are probably looking at flats from N900,000/year.

When you finally get in and have aclimitaized for a couple of months you need to start making contacts and looking for a job(while of course living off your savings int he mean time).

If you do not find a job immediatley I suggest using your survival skills or your comparative advantage to start turning a profit.

If you have the patience and the drive you will make it in Nigeria.

@Tamita
Wow is it really that bad? I'm kinda scared now lol.

And Morpheous thanks for the advise.

Jeez that's just down right sad. Are there no young working class people in Nigeria anymore. I guess once you leave Naija never plan on returning. That's a real downer.