@ Poster - This is very straightforward, Please contact us- info@alphatravelsng.com or www. alphatravelsng.com or call 08068920872 . we would be able to give you a quote for a flight to sweden on your preferred dates. we would also be able to advise you on the best flight option for you .

my own 2 pence  mostly from lesons learnt! : me and my family have been in  the UK  for about 10yrs and began the relocation journey last year ( i dont know if you have a family that is moving with you)
we decided that my husband goes first and then me and my daughter join him after and this plan has worked well for us.
In terms of practical things:

(1) have u considered a 2nd car if u can afford it , one that is not as expensive as the first but still reliable, cos flogging the same car everyday will soon cause the car to start having prob in naija. so it is some time good if u can  inter change to give d 4x4 a rest and also because if your car goes to the mechanic or develops any fault you have an alternative while u are trying to sort it out.
(2) an inverter to compliment your gen
(3) please try to aviod buying electronics in the UK and taking it to naija , it is best to go and buy over there becos it seems that electronics that go to the tropics are engineered different and if anything happens tha parts would be dfifficult to find ( we have lost 2 42" LCD TV to this prob) even if you go to the manufacturer for the repair (in our own case    LG) any electronicvs u need you can find in naija.

You mentioned that you have your biz sorted good on you.  i wish you all the best and i know it is not a decision you will regret ,  we havent.
by the way one of the biz we run in naija is a travel agency so please visit our site and we can give u a quote for your travel  abi i must use every opp to advertise. www.alphatravelsng.com

I am looking for a branding consultant to help with a new brand entering the nigerian market .
Please contact me at tpomary@gmail.com
Thanks

please anyone who knows a branding specialist can also send this to them
thanks

Still recruiting!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Travel agency based in lekki is looking to fill the above vacancy. We are looking for a quick learner , resourceful, articulate and hard working person to fill this role. This role will involve you dealing with corporate clients so you must be confident, well spoken individual. You must also be familiar with some areas in Lagos. You must be willing to attend meetings with clients and follow up business links


MUST HAVE KNOWLEDGE OF TRAVEL INDUSTRY AS YOU CANNOT MARKET A PRODUCT YOU DONT KNOW!


Criteria

Must be Female
Must have minimum 
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Internet and be computer literate
Previous Travel agency / service experience necessary
Ability to Amadeus or Sabre ( ideally both)
Must live around the Lekki Axis
Must be able to produce 2 references ( 1 must be a work reference)
Must be able to start in 2 weeks
IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE ABOVE CRITERIA DO NOT SEND YOUR CV.

CV's should be sent to cv@alphatravelsng.com

please send all Cv's as an attachment, it should also include a short summary /profile of the applicant.

NOTE- This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who would like to be a key member of a team, there is opportunity to grow and enjoy your work in a challenging fast paced environment

SUMMER SALES! SUMMER SALES!! SUMMER SALES!!!
FLY to London Hearthrow Direct for N145,000 Only (Tax inclusive).Limited seats on offer.Contact ALPHA TRAVELS ,SUITE J6 ROAD 5,IKOTA SHOPPING COMPLEX,VGC,LEKKI,LAGOS.Tel:01 -8210525-6,08068920872.
wwwalphatravelsng.com.



Travelling to/from Nigeria or Do you have relatives visiting from Nigeria
Alpha Travels & Tours is one of the fastest growing travel agency in Lagos, Nigeria.
We specialize in the following: Ticket reservation worldwide, Hotel bookings, Travel Insurance, Corporate Travelling, Group tours, Protocol and Visa Services.
First class service delivery is at the core of our operations as we understand the importance of a smooth and enjoyable customer service experience.
For your next visit to Nigeria or if your family is visiting you from Nigeria.
Payment accepted in Pound Sterling and Naira
Contact: ALPHA TRAVELS, Suite J6 Ikota Shopping Complex, VGC, Lekki.
Tel: 01 8210525 Mobile: 08068920872 .Email:info@alphatravelsng.com, www.alphatravelsng.com.

Travelling to Nigeria or Do you have relatives visiting from Nigeria
Alpha Travels & Tours is one of the fastest growing travel agency in Lagos, Nigeria.
We specialize in the following: Ticket reservation worldwide, Hotel bookings, Travel Insurance, Corporate Travelling, Group tours, Protocol and Visa Services.
First class service delivery is at the core of our operations as we understand the importance of a smooth and enjoyable customer service experience.
For your next visit to Nigeria or if your family is visiting you from Nigeria.
Payment accepted in Pound Sterling and Naira
Contact: ALPHA TRAVELS, Suite J6 Ikota Shopping Complex, VGC, Lekki.
Tel: 01 8210525 Mobile: 08068920872 .Email:info@alphatravelsng.com, www.alphatravelsng.com.

Hey

Let me add my little 2 pence,

bros ur Msc is not a big deal infact u know how many naija graduate have finished in the uk , (all u need to do is count all the friends you know)

i can tell u P& G is not going to pay a lot, but its a global company and they do a lot of people development. HR is standardised globally and you would learn a whole lot by grabbing the opportunity.

When u get to careers in africa and see the amount of graduates there u will understand what i mean by its not a big deal , ur MSc , alsoyou would know ur personal circumstances in the Uk from your comments i assume you are on a student visa so its not like your options are vast

The study visa they give u people may soon be cancelled as a result of the LIb Dem/conservative coalition as u know the immigration policies to be taken on board is the convservative one.

so for the rest of ur visa period , ure are limited to?

The mistake most students make is that instead of going back asap they stay trying'to find a good job' but end up with customer service role for a long time, a time so long that their degrees would have expired (or dont u know it expires)

do not think cos u have got a uk degree the red carpet is rolled out for you in nigeria, those u left behind have been working and gaining experience.

my advice grab the oppourtunity and thank your stars that u have a choice and can avoid making some of the mistakes others have made.

Just in case you are wondering , i am also a uk graduate ( which does not mean jack) , i have been to careers in africa and i have relocated , i am also british so i didnt have to.
well all the best .

If you have the other qualifications , then send your cv

A Travel agency based in lekki is looking to fill the above vacancy. We are looking for a quick learner , resourceful, articulate and hard working person to fill this role. This role will involve you dealing with corporate clients so you must be confident, well spoken individual. You must also be familiar with some areas in Lagos. You must be willing to attend meetings with clients and follow up business leads.


Criteria

Must have minimum OND
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Internet and be computer literate
Previous Travel agency / service experience necessary
Ability to Amadeus or Sabre ( ideally both)
Must live around the Lekki Axis
Must be able to produce 2 references ( 1 must be a work reference)
Must be able to start in 2 weeks
IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE ABOVE CRITERIA DO NOT SEND YOUR CV.

CV's should be sent to cv@alphatravelsng.com

please send all Cv's as an attachment, it should also include a short summary /profile of the applicant.

NOTE- This is an excellent opportunity for anyone who would like to be a key member of a team, there is opportunity to grow and enjoy your work in a challenging fast paced environment

@carshopper.this car wan give me heart attack, , now i know what they mean by love at first sight and make your heart dey beat jigi jigi!

JANUARY SALE ! JANUARY SALE !! JANUARY SALE1!!! FLY LAGOS - LONDON HEATHROW DIRECT FOR N118,00. FLY LONDON HEATHROW-LAGOS DIRECT FOR N125,000 0r £500 You surely cant beat that price!

We specialize in ticket reservation worldwide, Hotel bookings, Travel Insurance, Corporate Travelling, Group tours, Holiday and Honeymoon packages. Our team of travel consultants are highly experienced professionals who make sure that your travel preparation is seamless. .



ALPHA TRAVLES AND TOURS Suite J6 Road 5 (Behind Oceanic Bank) Ikota Shopping Complex, VGC, Lagos Telephone: 01-8210525 Mobile: 08068920872 Email: info@alphatravelsng.com

Technically you should not have a problem , but just be prepared for our naij officials who like to cause trouble and my need to be tipped.
On arrival in the UK you only need a British passport. The only other thing is that if you need to come back to naij in the near futurte you may consider staying and sorting it if not you would have to face the officials at Nigerian House for either a passport ( VERY LONG THING AS THEY WOULD NEED PROVE THAT U HAD ONE IN THE PAST / OR TELL YOU TO BRING YOUR FATHER( no exaggeration) or get a vis a( which is not as long a proces and not necessarily cheap either) but still Nigerian House is a nightmare either way!

@inspired do you have any cars btw 1 and 2m that is already in naija?

@poster pls do you have any photos?

Im very interested in the car. my money wont be ready till early december. if u havent sold it till then pls email me - tpomary@googlemail.com. Happy sales

@poster what is your email addy we may be able to work together. i know where ure coming from ive been there and i can tell u i have had to make the ultimate committment.

Pls post ur email or send me a blank email tpomary@googlemail.com

@mbulela

Thanks that was some great advice . it give me a clearer picture as im not used to naija's HR system where you advertise a role (that is not senior role ) and u dont put the salary.
If i have anymore questions i hope you dont mind me coming back to you.

@Ajanlekoko

Thanks as i well, it might sound cocky but i know what im worth (not that its a lot ) but it terms of that role i stand a fantastic chance all things being equal.
However i am well aware that in my search for a job in naija MTN is a major potential employer and i dont want to mess things up. i'll explain- earlier on in the year i decided to 'test the waters' and applied for a BAT role did the interviews and was offered the job, when they asked when i can start i said i needed 3 months ( as i was in a diff contract at the time ). As u probably know now they didnt answer me as it was like im a time waster and thats how i lost that one.
Now i have gone to meet them and they arent answering as they dont think im serious so i have messed that rapport/ oppourtunity that is why im being careful with MTN so that the same thing doesnt happen and when i now move in 3 months they wont answer me.

I think ill follow @mbudela advice and start my job hunt now and hope it doesnt back fire !

Thanks guys!

@mbulela
Thanks for getting back to me your response has helped. I am currently in a contract for the next couple of months in the UK and myy daily rate is over £400 as a Business Analyst, but i was considering chasing this oppourtunity at MTN instead as i want to move back to Nigeria before April next year so i thot maybe i should grab this oppourtunity now. But now that youve told me i think its best i finish my UK contract then come and start to look for a job as if i leave this contract for that salary it would be financial suicide.

I think its best i finish the contract first then even if i have to spend months looking for a job in Nigeria at least i'll have some savings to live on or wat do u think? ay 180k (cash), my 3 months salary would be just able to pay my daughters school fees. Buying a car is even impossible etc etc

I was told that about 6 million is a good salary in Nigeria but if im right the 6million is not totally cash?

Please do u have a pointers for me about job searches etc.

A brief background , am a business analyst with 5 years experience i have worked on SAP, CRM,PDA, Blackberry depolyments and have also project managed smaller change projects . i have also got a post grad degree. im well versed in all mapping languauges, req gathering, UAT etc


Thanks

@mbulela

Thanks for your response please see the job advert below



[b]
Job Title
Business Analyst (Customer Intelligence)
Department:
Customer Relations
Location:
Lagos
Job Description:
Business Analysis
Identify business needs / project opportunities; and / or audit existing policies, procedures, practices and technology
Develop and document / enhance business processes
Continually find ways to streamline PPP’s and align them to business strategy/ international best practice
Develop report specifications to obtain data as required from various data sources
Identify issues and generate insights for strategic decision making
Coordinate and prepare data/ schedules as required to support business plans/ objectives
Develop, coordinate, manage and conduct research studies
Generate periodic data forecasts as required (e.g. customer data, competitive info , call volumes, etc)
Generate periodic reports to assist management decisions
Process consultation
Project Management/ Project Involvement
Assist with planning/management of projects/ initiatives in line with recommended models
Assist in the facilitation and coordination of various initiatives
Assist with project integration management across assigned departments/ within business area

Job Conditions: Normal MTNN working conditions. Minimum qualification is 2.2 or equivalent
Reporting To: Business Planning Manager - Customer Intelligence
Required Skills:
4 years work experience of which 2 years in formal business analysis or consulting
Experience in project administration/coordination preferably in applicable business area

Employment Status :
Permanent
Qualification:
First degree in a related discipline [/b]

hello all, does anyone know how much mtn pay business analysts with 5 years experience. thanks

Try and use an agency .but MAKE SURE YOU TAKE THE PERSON FOR A COMPREHENSIVE BLOOD TEST BEFORE THEY START ANY WORK IN YOUR HOUSE , PLEASE O, THINK OF THE BABY

@poster i would suggest you go through an immigration lawyer , this thing is not a big deal, u just need to concentrate on her for 1 year, if u guys clicked then i can bet that she has potential and what it takes. There are so many people WELL schooled, WELL travelled that are NOT marriage material and ARE VERY STUPID, education does not teach you everything. i have friends whose fathers are professors married to semi illetrates and the kids and WHOLE family have done VERY well.

If you are in the UK then u probably know all about Adult education prog in your borough or council. It is definately not a barrier, education is a continous process.

I am in the process of trying to move back to naija , and even im taking lessons on how to live in my new enviroment, this is the same way even an educated person coming to the Uk would need reorientation so , dont let anyone discourage u. some peoples advise is not out of wickedness but ignorance.

There are some many asians that are in the UK and cant read and write , spouse visa etc

Let me make you laugh , Many years ago i used to work at Barclays as a cashier and i used to have LOADS of asians coming in , they had to bring translators , they could not sign or fill the forms so they would come with their family to translate , when i ask for ID , they would produce A BRITISH PASSPORT. THEY COULDNT EVEN SPEAK ENGLISH. he he. it is because of this that they introduce the Life in the UK test for citizenship. So dont worry , spouse visa, 2years , indefinate.

As long as she speaks your language they cant stop u from having your wife with you. infact if u marry in naija (which u need to do anyway) then just submit the application , in naja and wait for it , the only thing is u NEED TO MAKE SURE YOU HAVE ALL the docs u need to produce as well as EVIDENCE of a relationship, i.e pictures etc, but since ure a nigerian who travels home it should not be a problem.

Bros marriage is a serious thing so pray (if u are religious) and let your GOD direct you but i can tell u it is KEY that u guys relate well and understand each other and that she is willing to learn.

ALSO ENSURE THAT YOU CAN SUPPORT HER AS SHE WONT BE ABLE TO ACTIVELY CONTRIBUTE TO THE FAMILY INCOME FOR A WHILE ( CHILD BEARING INCLUDED DUE TO THE CIRCUMSTANCES)
I would also advise not introducing her to friends straight away it may be too much to take in at once, just a few VERY close friends and also try and find a sister (if u have one that is young in the UK ) or friend who is female that can show her the ropes from a female perspective.

IT IS WELL WITH U

@Sienna

I have sent you a mail
Thanks

@ viperman , since you put a naija no then i dont think its is who i think it is but ill ask d person about d car and get back to u .

I hope i would soon have money to come buy from u o