morikee:
Nigerians were never bad people it's just that our Government failed us i haven't seen hospitable people as Nigerians.

Forgive my blunders.

StrongAlphMale:
A Nigerian wouldn’t attempt what doesn’t bring any monetary gain or value to them!

Unfortunately the same country some daft humans are planning to vote in a disaster again just as they did before but their plans has failed woefully

VGlobal:
WORKING & LIVING WITH NIGERIANS ABROAD

Being a Ghanaian, I’ve had this bad impression about Nigerians. I grew up in Ghana thinking Nigerians were negative energies around anyone. I was literally brainwashed mostly by the media to see Nigerians as thieves, murderers, scammers, etc. But after 6 years of working and associating with Nigerians outside of Ghana, the following are what I’ve found and discovered about them. I’m writing this not because my best friend back in the UK is a Nigerian, and not because my senior manager and team lead at my present employer are Nigerians. This is my honest observation!

Arguably, if you put the average Ghanaian and a Nigerian under the same conditions and environment, the Nigerian would undoubtedly outperform the Ghanaian. They are bold, smart and have this relentless quest and effort for learning and perfecting their craft. What a Nigerian cannot do does not exist. I started a DevOps Engineering program for a career alternative and Nigerians especially their women from different career fields constitute about 60% of the class. I was scared to take this step—to move from risk management to pure IT but I was shocked to see Nigerians in nursing, HR, journalism, sales, etc here in Canada taking on the challenge. I quickly reached out to most of my Ghanaian friends but none seem to be interested. This is a fortune field in IT….and when I asked these Nigerians why many of them are here, they told me “this is the surest way to make money by doing less”. Truth is, if you’re starting anything abroad and there’s no Nigerian in it, just know that that thing has no promise ��. A Nigerian wouldn’t attempt what doesn’t bring any monetary gain or value to them!

I’ve noticed that a Nigerian wouldn’t lie to you unless they’re scared of you or stand to gain something exceedingly beneficial from doing so. This confirms why the most genuine and honest folks I’ve ever associated with outside of Ghana are Nigerians. When a Nigerian is sharing an opportunity with you, they disclose everything dito-dito. They withhold nothing—they tell you as it is. My people would give you a half information and still be all over the place saying that they’ve helped you. You have no idea how many Ghanaians have made themselves demi-gods out here because they’ve been here for ages and feel everything must be ran through them. If you don’t go their way, you’re a target for gossip!

A Nigerian sees an opportunity in every situation, and it cuts across. They’re mostly interested in building a sustainable business than for a quick profit. This explains why wherever there are both Ghanaian and Nigerian traders, the Nigerian merchandise would cost less than the Ghanaian—even if they have the same suppliers. I see that here in Calgary at the various African markets.

Show me any work environment or office without a Nigerian and I’ll show you a work that’s less fulfilling and rewarding. The energy around Nigerians is positive and motivating. Nothing scares them than failure so they work hard for success because success is greatly celebrated in their culture. Where I come from, if you’re making any progress, there’s 100% chance you’ll lose 99% of your friends—they’ll spread lies about you out of dislike. Some would also attribute your progress to things other than your personal efforts. “You see that girl, she’s being chopped by so so and so person. You see that guy, he’s an occult. You see that guy, he’s rushing in life. Etc”. Your own family would turn themselves into avowed enemies—praying to see you fail so that they’ll use you as a bad example like “you see that guy, he was rushing in life but see how he’s crushed like a fragile glass.” My people have a long way to go. They must know that it’s okay for anyone irrespective of age to be great at what they do. In fact, people can build a fortune at age 40 or less through genuine means. Let’s inhale some positivity!

We glorify timidity, ignorance and sycophancy as signs of humility but Nigerians encourage boldness, assertiveness and being daring. If there’s a Nigerian in your trade or profession, get closer, you’ll learn a lot from them. I’ve learned a lot from my association with them and I’m always grateful for having one as my direct supervisor at work!

~The End~
By Jay Kwashie

KanuSE:
When you meet a good Nigerian you have in deed met an angel.

Ekugbeh:
I always say this, Nigerians are the best race you can ever find in earth

Streetmovement:
Wotoporiously speaking

Na Nigeria spoil Nigerians

We be naturally good people but the factors that affect us negatively and positively they play their part on us individually, normally this would have been the sweetest country on earth with no natural disaster or unnecessary billings from government n co.

But we still dey survive to show you say we are born fighters, our endurance knows no bound.

I can't even name up to 3 countries that knows how to endure difficult times like Nigerians, just imagine say na another country get the kind president wey we get by now world war z go don happen tey tey.

Nigerians are blessed people but the Nigeria in it is doing anyhow.

Enemyofpeace:
if I give you heavy blow, your front teeth go scatter

writeprof:


You're absolutely right about the Nigerian spirit. That's what engender envy and jealousy from some other Africans. But many love Nigerians and our-can-do spirit.

Papichulostunne:
That long epistle just to clarify indirectly that Niaja jollof naim win am? Mad oh.!

GoodIsGod:


Stay in your village and be assuming things.

If you have travelled out of Nigeria, you would be proud to be a Nigerian. They tell you to your face that you are smart and brilliant people.
More reasons most African countries are envious of us. It is true some are crooks among us but Nigerians are smart and strong will people.

I have not travelled outside of Africa but I have travelled wide in Africa and I know what I am saying.

I took a Taxi drop in Gambia (Drop is called Town Trip in Gambia) The Driver said to me.
"Are you a Nigerian?"
"Yes," I said.
"You guys are smart and intelligent," he said.
"Why did you say so?" I asked.
"It shows all over you guys. Even in the way you walk. You are always in a hurry, You are never sluggish and you are mostly successful," He said.
"Wait I will show you a Nigerian in the crowd," he added.
We got to one of their busiest and biggest markets. Serekunda Market. As he drove he said, "look, look at that guy. He is a Nigerian. You see the way he moves among the crowd?"
I laughed so hard because he was right. The guy is a Nigerian. We know ourselves in the country. While other people in crowd were slow and sluggish, that guy was moving left and right, walking as if he was about to be late for an interview.

Several other instances I can't type here.

Young guy, be proud of your Nation. Naija is great. You won't appreciate until you leave the shores of Nigeria.

With good leaders, we will be a great Nation the Europeans and Americans will envy.

That's my piece of cake for you.

morikee:
Nigerians were never bad people it's just that our Government failed us i haven't seen hospitable people as Nigerians.

Forgive my blunders.

obedience4:
A Nigerian in disguise trying to rightly hype Nigerians

ahnie:

U .S.A
United state of asaba

Kenneth10110:
Nigerians are hardworking as long as they'll make good money the problem is Bad governance if the government was good the country would have been far developed then the citizens love to much competition and show offs.

headboyprince:


because no country will be stupid enough to vote in cows and keep quiet when they're been maltreated by the very own govt they campaigned and voted for.. cowardise isnt strength..

Nigerians are plain cowards..

jelel6:


@bolded

I'm sure if this very Fast and Furious Nigerian were to be your cab driver, you would have gotten to your destination in record time - while breaking every traffic law in the book just to be seen as the "sharp", fast guy way Nigerians be .

headboyprince:


Trash.. is this how you come to the conclusion that Nigeria is great No research, stats or nothing.. if they're so smart they wont be tropping in to other advanced countries.. wait, it's even ordinary GAMBIA that is making you talk this bullshit, please close that your mouth

morikee:
Nigerians were never bad people it's just that our Government failed us i haven't seen hospitable people as Nigerians.

Forgive my blunders.

ahnie:
Beautiful well written zuzu piece.
I m proud to be an isoko Nigerian.

hk891:





My sister, no wonder i like your personality.
Isoko wado!!!!

headboyprince:
unfortunately there is no good nigerian...

azpekuliar:
We know he is actually talking about Southern Nigerians but we are not ready to have that conversation yet.

Powersurge:


Must you destroy this table?

VGlobal:
WORKING & LIVING WITH NIGERIANS ABROAD

Being a Ghanaian, I’ve had this bad impression about Nigerians. I grew up in Ghana thinking Nigerians were negative energies around anyone. I was literally brainwashed mostly by the media to see Nigerians as thieves, murderers, scammers, etc. But after 6 years of working and associating with Nigerians outside of Ghana, the following are what I’ve found and discovered about them. I’m writing this not because my best friend back in the UK is a Nigerian, and not because my senior manager and team lead at my present employer are Nigerians. This is my honest observation!

Arguably, if you put the average Ghanaian and a Nigerian under the same conditions and environment, the Nigerian would undoubtedly outperform the Ghanaian. They are bold, smart and have this relentless quest and effort for learning and perfecting their craft. What a Nigerian cannot do does not exist. I started a DevOps Engineering program for a career alternative and Nigerians especially their women from different career fields constitute about 60% of the class. I was scared to take this step—to move from risk management to pure IT but I was shocked to see Nigerians in nursing, HR, journalism, sales, etc here in Canada taking on the challenge. I quickly reached out to most of my Ghanaian friends but none seem to be interested. This is a fortune field in IT….and when I asked these Nigerians why many of them are here, they told me “this is the surest way to make money by doing less”. Truth is, if you’re starting anything abroad and there’s no Nigerian in it, just know that that thing has no promise ��. A Nigerian wouldn’t attempt what doesn’t bring any monetary gain or value to them!

I’ve noticed that a Nigerian wouldn’t lie to you unless they’re scared of you or stand to gain something exceedingly beneficial from doing so. This confirms why the most genuine and honest folks I’ve ever associated with outside of Ghana are Nigerians. When a Nigerian is sharing an opportunity with you, they disclose everything dito-dito. They withhold nothing—they tell you as it is. My people would give you a half information and still be all over the place saying that they’ve helped you. You have no idea how many Ghanaians have made themselves demi-gods out here because they’ve been here for ages and feel everything must be ran through them. If you don’t go their way, you’re a target for gossip!

A Nigerian sees an opportunity in every situation, and it cuts across. They’re mostly interested in building a sustainable business than for a quick profit. This explains why wherever there are both Ghanaian and Nigerian traders, the Nigerian merchandise would cost less than the Ghanaian—even if they have the same suppliers. I see that here in Calgary at the various African markets.

Show me any work environment or office without a Nigerian and I’ll show you a work that’s less fulfilling and rewarding. The energy around Nigerians is positive and motivating. Nothing scares them than failure so they work hard for success because success is greatly celebrated in their culture. Where I come from, if you’re making any progress, there’s 100% chance you’ll lose 99% of your friends—they’ll spread lies about you out of dislike. Some would also attribute your progress to things other than your personal efforts. “You see that girl, she’s being chopped by so so and so person. You see that guy, he’s an occult. You see that guy, he’s rushing in life. Etc”. Your own family would turn themselves into avowed enemies—praying to see you fail so that they’ll use you as a bad example like “you see that guy, he was rushing in life but see how he’s crushed like a fragile glass.” My people have a long way to go. They must know that it’s okay for anyone irrespective of age to be great at what they do. In fact, people can build a fortune at age 40 or less through genuine means. Let’s inhale some positivity!

We glorify timidity, ignorance and sycophancy as signs of humility but Nigerians encourage boldness, assertiveness and being daring. If there’s a Nigerian in your trade or profession, get closer, you’ll learn a lot from them. I’ve learned a lot from my association with them and I’m always grateful for having one as my direct supervisor at work!

~The End~
By Jay Kwashie

Naija no dey carry last. Thanks for this. Are you in Cohort 8?

GoodIsGod:


Did you just say Gambia of all places?

Go back and read my post. I said I have travelled wide in Africa. So I just gave you an instance. If you expect me to start typing my experience in Senegal, Mali, Burkina Faso, Ghana , South Africa etc. Then, you are not smart at all.

You must be a kid still sucking mama's boobs. So, you can run off and take some more breast milk.

Go and ask Americans and they will tell you how smart and hardworking Nigerians are.

Nigerians constitute most educated group in US

Go and do your research on the net.

MoneyMustBMade:


Bro if you look well into the people his mentioning as co-workers and manager you will see that it will be mostly igbos, Yorubas and Southerners more especially the igbos. But the problem with igbos is competition back in the home can push anyone too far, number of rich is very intimidating in Igbo land

Poor man no get say for Igbo land.

headboyprince:


Even a toddler knows that the reason why Nigerians run to the U.S to study is because
- the country is shit....
- they want to work abroad
- gives them bragging power in the country

Nigerians are always looking for route to escape the country after destroying the country with their own hands...

and to cover up they claim smart and hardworking..

whereas they're been ruled by cows...

no one sees nigerians as smart and hardworking as you claim they only see nigerians as scammers....

Nigerians arent even the smartest or most hardworking in africa yet...its south africa

Soso990240:
People generalize things too much. Definitely not all Nigerians are bad.. But Ghanaians and South Africans makes it look like all Nigerians are bad.. not fair to the good people around.