Titaniumjaw:
Thanks for all the responses. My wife has neither OND nor HND. She embraced the beauty world at an early age and she's pretty good at it. I have worked in operations throughout my career in the bank. Funds transfer, transaction enquiry, instant payment reconciliation and settlement, cards transaction reconciliation, Chargeback, cheque production, cash Management. I hope this puts my situation in a better perspective.

I am drawn to your post because of how highly you portray your wife.
The express entry process is really quite compétitive now with CRS scores hitting the roof in latest draws.
Like others have commented, B.sc alone won't do the trick. You will need a masters, very good ielts scores and french. That's the réality due to your age.

kwasoly:




Better leave that nysc and join your husband else you lose him.
Who nysc help?

I was hoping someone would give this advice and you did. This is the most practical advice ever.
Op, leave NYSC and go join your husband. You don't need NYSC outside the shores of Nigeria.

From end of November

Shokoloko:

Correct. I run away from parties. If one engages with others there are Nigerian get togethers throughout spring to fall.

you are right. Theee are lots of Nigerian parties from Springs to fall. Some will even ask you to buy aso-ebi.

Canada can be very lonely. Steps to avoid loneliness:
1. Come with your partner or get married after landing. Marriage must be in your plans
2. Join oyinbo church and be active there. Join the choir and stay back after church for small talks.
3. Live in Nigerian dominated areas if you like to make naija friends. You will be invited to all their owambes
4. Encourage your siblings, cousins, nephews, friends to come either by way of study or PR.
I know people here who have so surrounded themselves with immediate and extended families that they conduct wedding for their children without needing to go to naija for the cérémony. I was really impressed. Colourful Aso-ebi and gele, amala-on-spot at the wedding. All within this Canada.

You have to décide to make Canada your home.

aidameoryou:


South Africa that's among the most dangerous countries to live in.
Is talking about lawlessness

Very true. I felt very unsafe while studying in SA that I left immediately I finished my exams. Someone threw a very big stone through my window while studying. It shattered the glass and I would have been seriously injured if I was sitting. You dare not walk the suburbs of Capetown after 7pm. Students had to be bussed from hostel to the campus at night. That's why everyone drives at night.

Op stop disturbing yourself unnecessarily. Many Women have come here to study and filed for their husband and kids to join them shortly after. That happens more often and it is not reported in the media. Only the very few négative stories seep into the média.

Congratulations on your wife's admission and visa. Start getting ready to join her soon. Spend this time researching into the certifications necessary in your field and start planning on how to get them done to increase your prospects of a good job at landing.

erico2k2:

ANy woman who is wise enough to know she can get a child she did not conceive by paying is wise enough to know what an Ectopic pregnancy is.I don't think anyone who can pay up to N2million is naive enough not to go do check ups

it's called wilful blindness. You know you are being lied to but you choose to ignore because you are desperate for à baby.

sokeril:

Thank you sir,I will tell him this.
She has been threatening him that if he doesn’t move then they should divorce.
A man with a law firm,and making cool money...
I’m just scared all his hard work here might go to the drains.

That shouldn't cause séparation between them. He just needs to shuttle between Nigeria and the UK from time to time.

sokeril:
Been following your argument sir.
What will your advice be for a lawyer ,nine years post bar,34,already has his own law firm and employ lawyers he is paying..he is doing very well here but his wife who is a nurse in UK is telling him to come and relocate to Uk permanently.
In your opinion and with your experience sir, should he make the move?
God bless you sir

Since his wife is a nurse in the UK, that means he could work in the UK. He should continue his practice here in Nigeria, write the UK bar exams and get licensed to practice in the UK as well. So He practices in both countries. I know a SAN who practices both in Nigeria and Canada.

Lekan239:
wen kasala start to burst, na still Nigeria govt go still carry una come back with free plane

which Kasala? Canada is not south Africa or some Arab country. Majority of Nigerians are here as PR. When you come in as PR, you get citizenship in 3 years. Even as PR, you have as many benefits as a citizens except the right to vote and join military. All that will change once you get citizenship.

And Canadians are generally very polite, kind and nice.

membranus:
The emotional display of Odunlade and the white couple in the last scenes where the Elesin Oba's foreign trained son died were too fakery, not convincing enough.

Moreover, the characters in the book itself and its emotional contents by Wole Soyinka are much more realistic than those displayed in the film.

So, I will give the film 6/10.



Also I noticed that sexual activities are now blatantly displayed in Yoruba films, like Anikulapo and this, and this is highly uncultural and disturbing.

Your observation on observation on sexual activities is apt. I wanted my 12 year old to watch with us so he could at least see the display of culture (the dances, the beats and the proverbs). I had to stop him from watching.

ednut1:
the calibre of people that typically qualify for Canada immigration are skilled people who have worked at least 3 years in their home countries. When they get to Canada they continue their professions or upgrade to another one. Most of us here are not causing wahala. The wahala usually happens in countries that open their doors for every cat and dog. Scammers and riff raffs will follow enter. Olosho, cultists and yahoo boys dey enter uae, india, malaysia and co easy in the past or currently. Na why kasala burst.

true. The average Nigerian in Canada is a professional of some sort. They are easy-going, responsible people seeking better opportunities in légitimité ways.

Bankowner:

Oga! Na from here I dey pay school fees for my children and it's not cheap! If you work hard enough here, you'll make your money and live a comfortable life.
And what you don't know is that the Nigerians I know here are bringing in their family members into Canada in droves and oftentimes through school. Do you know how much it costs to spend a minimum of 2 semesters in a school in Canada? That's the reason they don't send anything home, they are investing in the future of family. Why give a man a fish when you can teach him to fish?

You understand the situation well. Nigerians in Canada are doing everything to bring their siblings, nephews and cousins into Canada whether through study or provincial nomination.
Most of them won't tell you.

Don't listen to anyone discouraging you from coming to Canada if you have the opportunity except your financial situation in Nigeria is really good like being able to afford international fees for your kids for their degree, medical trips abroad if situation demands, ransome money if kidnapped (God forbid).

What sort of carelessness is this now? I pray he recovers. So sad.

Primusinterpares:
That's interesting and good to know. If we can get governance right in 9ja, Things should get better.

Exactly! The average Nigerian isn't asking for too much. Give them stable light, good education, security, create an enabling environment for job creation. Finish.

These are the only things the average Nigerian is seeking. Yet, the government failed due to their wanton greed and corruption.

Primusinterpares:
Maybe true. But can you compare the taxes you pay over there and the one you pay here?
What about the fees?

In all our 9ja kids still got brains more than some of these western kids...

We don't pay school fees up to high school. So I personally don't mind the taxes. At least, we get value for the tax we pay.

About brains, I don't know about that. It depends on the individual.

Primusinterpares:
We also got good schools here in 9ja. Although they are expensive sha.
But we got good schools too

yes but they are out of reach. The likes of Grange, British International School are not for the average household even with a household income of N1million per month.

The public schools here are comparable to Grange and the likes and those public schools will even beat them hands down in many aspects.

Munamoqel:
a good hair cut is 500 naira . paparazzi salon 1k plus lot of hair treatment . You husband will not be cutting his hair himself in Najia his one Najia better pass Canada. But unna get Good school and cheap cars .but bad weather and pako houses ,tonardoes , lonely

I agree with you.

You see, that good school is one of the main attractions. I am a lover of good education. The first day I stepped into my kids' school, I knew I made the right decision. Great facilities, happy teachers.

Munamoqel:
there is no peace of mind when a simple hair cut is going for 20usd ,pako house 1500usd per month . Inside temperature of freezer .that you need heat to stay alive .that already a nightmare .

For haircuts, you can do it yourself. My husband does his and the kids. He does a good job of it.

Yes, it's pako house but beautifully designed with basic furnishing. That's the only housing that suits the weather.

DannyFX2638:
but do you like the fact that you always dress like Ninja before leaving your house?

That's life. One can't have it all. Yes, the cold can be very brutal and you have to dress yourself and the kids in layers. But I will rather pick the cold. It's bearable.
Insecurity, economic instability, weak institutions, poor system of education, epileptic power supply and a very weak passport are very unbearable. It takes extra strength to live in Nigeria. An elderly friend once said "Alagbara lo n gbe ni Nigeria ".

I like the fact that I can drive very long distances far into the night through different rural communities of Canada without fearing a thing.

No burglary proof, no gates, yet no fear. That peace of mind and serenity is priceless.

Eriokanmi:
You can say that again. This picture was taken when Buba Marwa visited Apata Memorial College on hearing of the death of the founder, who was Babangida's close friend and a retired senior army officer. He was assassinated in his house. That day was a sad one in Lagos.

Marwa was one of those who worked very hard in Lagos. He opened the alimosho roads, up to the popular AIT road. He developed the Ikeja CBD. He also built the Marwa Gardens, now MKO gardens. He worked harder than Tinubu. Marwa is known as Lagos boy cos he grew up here. His father was a retired army who served in Lagos.

How Tinubu got his fake Lagos blue print is still baffling. He obviously cornered all his successors' achievements to himself

thanks for the memories. Marwa worked really hard in Lagos without much noise. He constructed the road linking Iyanapaja to Ipaja. That road used to be a nightmare back then. He opened up that axis. Marwa was well loved as a governor.

Acquiredollars:
Good day sir/ma,

With a PhD in Toxicology and NEBOSH International Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, do I need to enroll for any caregiving certification before I begin to apply for a caregiver job?

Again, do I need to Enroll for IELTS since I hold a PhD and NEBOSH certificates?

Thank you all, as I await your response.

Apply for postdoctoral fellowships not only in the UK.. Consider the US, Canada and Australia. With some research experience in those countries, you could get a teaching position.

BigBashiru:


Overall i think Nigeria offers a better quality of life but if one doesnt hv something good doing in Nigeria then migrate to an African country... or to Asia....

how does Nigeria offer a better quality of life? Electricity (zero), security (zero) , clean water supply(below par), government welfare benefit (non-existent), roads (mostly substandard)
I understood better quality when I got to Canada. Nigeria and better quality of life shouldn't be used in the same sentence.

mzdeea:
Hello,
Pls I would appreciate your contribution on this:

For a mama traveling alone with an Infant, and has 16hours layover in Toronto before flying to her final destination, will you suggest I get an hotel near the Airport or Stay inside the Airport for the whole 16hours!.
Or is there any other option available.

Thank you.

16 hours is a long layover with an infant. Get a flight with a shorter layover time like 4 or 5 hours maximum

remsonik:
Hmmm....... This should not be o, planning on relocating there soon

Relocate abeg. What you should do:

1. Move to low-cost provinces like Alberta, Nova Scotia, Manitoba (where i am and loving it), Saskatchewan.
2. Live within your means there. Go with your partner and team up to get your own home.
3. Develop yourself. Apply to schools within your first year of arrival if you need to study. Get grants for your education. Do relevant certifications in your field.
4. Try to integrate. Don't just flock around fellow Nigerians only. If you are a christian, join a small white church. Don't rush out after the service. Talk to people. Smile. Look neat. Get involved in the church activities e.g join their choir, help them beat konga and drums. Offer to join them in packing instruments after service. When they invite you to their homes, honour the invite. Converse with them. Engage in small talks about things that interest them like dogs, cats, vacations, yard work, food etc. You will be amazed the many benefits these will bring.
Networking is key here.
5. As for the cold, get winter jackets. There are heaters in homes and public places. You will be fine.
6. Get married if you are not already married. Have kids. Canada loves kids.

You will be fine. Come on over!

tomtomastom4:
I created this thread in response to the post on front page about ladies that date men who earn less than 100k. Below is the link.

https://www.nairaland.com/7292274/ladies-relationship-men-earns-100k

Of a truth, its not easy to manage such amount, but when one is already in such situation, you just have to manage and improvise.
Now like the OP of the above thread requested, here is the break down of how we make our expenses.

To start with, I was earning about 130k previously before we got married by March this year, but I changed job and the pay of the new job is 95k. STarted the new job around Feb this year, even though there was a loan I was paying off.. Need I add that my wife was working in a firm where shes paid 45K, but two months after our married, she quit the job due to pregnancy stress. Am sure ladies will understand.

This is our break down.
Monthly salary 95k
I remove 40k first from the salary and transfer it to 3 different acct.
The first acct receives 20k. This acct is not touchable except on extreme emergency. Its our main savings acct.
The second acct gets 10k and its for our rent, also non touchable. Rent is 150k per year. Before u say my rent is high compared to my salary, I like my privacy very well. and the cost of rent isnt friendly in my state.
The third acct also gets 10k. This one is for semi savings. This acct is touchable when cash at hand have been exhausted before the next month salary.

From the remaining 50k,
I send 10k to my family acct. I and my brothers do contribute 10k+ every month and its been used to run expenses WRT our parents and last born.
I gv my wife 10k for her monthly up keep. Its small. But its the sacrifice we all have to make for the good of the family.
I hold 10k myself for logistics and transport. I must confess, is not enough. But One have to strive. My wrk place isnt far. SO transport is N100 to and fro, thats approximately 3k per month. The remaining money i use it for other logistics. 4k out of this money goes for gas wch last for abt 2 weeks. And when we want to refill and there is no other money left, we fall back to the 3rd acct.
The remaining 20k is strictly for food ( On this food issue is where I "duff my hart" cos shes really managing things well and trying.
Sometimes, I really feel for her, cos this her pregnancy makes her to crave for things that is not on our food menu, but then when the money is not there, she just surpress the cravings. At times I feel bad.

The remaining 5k, for now is used to pay back a tailor who sewed multiple pregnancy gowns for my wife.

Its good to add that any small money I make like 1k or 2k on side hustle, I directly buy mudu of rice, beans or flour for swallow.

Its not easy at all. But there are families with kids leaving below that.

My wife is abt 5mnths pregnant, we plan to divert the 20k savings to buying baby things in preparation for child birth.


The truth is that the economic situation in this country is bad and so cost of leaving is very high. But then one have to survive.
But then in Nigeria now, how many percentage of the population earn above 100k. In fact how many jobs out there pays such as amount.

The only advice I have for ladies is that if you are not working and you parent family is the type need financial help from your husband after marriage, or you are the type of lady that is high class and wont settle for less or manage with your man. Plz kindly wait and take your time to look for a man that is RICH or financially capable of taken care of you and maybe your family. Please dont hide under the cover of you want to marry quick and then accept a struggling man only to start putting pressure on his head. Plz wait and marry a rich man.

Most responsible men wont really appreciate it if you are always demanding for things you knw fully well that he can not afford.


It is also good to note that no condition is permanent, things will definitely get better. A better job might come or my wife might get a job after her maternity which will increase our income.

The bottom line is, as a couple, but of you will have to work things out to improve your finances.

it is well with you and your wife. But I hope she's feeding well, I mean getting all the right nutrients from food. She needs lots of fruits and veggies please. I doubt 20k can cover your feeding needs without compromising on essential nutrients. It's well with you

ednut1:
Doesn’t wear suit normally. Quit corporate world over 10 years ago. He made do with what he had. Whats the big deal

then he should have simply worn his agbada or babanriga.

Immortalregis:
And on the 8th day, Satan invented manual labour: (Government is not reason... Government is Force!)
Hello. It's been nearly 2 months since I landed and this is an update that I feel dovetails nicely with the recent discussion on government/citizens. Against all advice, I proceeded to do Ogoaja work! I wasn't pressed for cash, as my POF was largely untouched, and accommodation wasn't an urgent concern either, as I still had 2 weeks left at the Airbnb I booked. I had a couple of interviews for desk jobs/customer service lined up but I took the physically-demanding option for character development (make the story for sweet when I dey narrate my own odyssey ) and every day I wonder if I no be suffer-head cause, mehn, the work is hard.
Right from day 1, my employer was very concerned about my safety. 'Take breaks', 'tie your laces', 'don't hurt your back', 'don't carry too much stuff', 'if you need any help, call me' etc etc. I must admit that it was a bit of a culture shock to me. Employer wey send your papa? Chinese employer wey send your papa for ogoaja work?? (My bosses are nice sha. Outside of work, they treat me very nicely too). I couldn't quite wrap my head around it. I also noticed that at every controlled intersection, motorists yielded right of way to me. Every time. 1 polite motorist, I can understand. 10? 20? No problem. But everyone? No na, the story no clear. I also walk past construction sites/projects daily and the safety routine is the same. Bright vests, hard hats, work-boots etc etc. When you factor in the complete absence of police officers in my area, you begin to wonder if you're in a simulation or na real-life. So I did some investigation and it finally made sense to me. I'll use an example to illustrate my findings.

Scenario: Worker at a construction site isn't wearing a hard-hat, safety shoes and bright-coloured vests.

Step 1:
Nigerian response: It's just another day at the office.
Toronto response: One passerby who doesn't know or care about the site and will probably forget about the site in 2 seconds flat calls the authorities.
Step 2
Nigerian response: Local government council comes to spray 'stop work' on your fence. You go to the office and settle the matter.
Toronto response: Government official comes. God wants to punish you that day so 2 more workers are in the same situation as worker 1. Official asks to see foreman. With a smile, "ogbeni ona don enter my hand today". Politely engages with foreman, shows remarkable empathy when foreman explains that rising costs of safety gear mean some folks don't have but they'll get it today, talks about inflation and how hard things are with foreman before proceeding to give foreman a ticket: safety shoes - $380, hat - $250, vest - $190, safety rope - $100. For each worker. Then the company pays the same amount. For each worker. All of a sudden your staring a $5000+ bill that you must pay or you'll face even stiffer punishment all because Ciroma, Chukwuma and Adekunle refused to wear safety gear. Errhm, don't try to settle with the official cos na prison straight. Just respect yourself and pay to the government account.

If you drive like Dominic Torreto and cause accident, you're finished. Jam person for road e no die? You're finished. The person die? Finished. Wound person intentionally or through negligence? You better have a good lawyer cause that lawsuit go bloody. In short, every offence has a ridiculously high fine attached to it.

It isn't kindness that makes the system here work. It is the fear of the government. The fear of consequences that come when you fall on the wrong side of the law. The laws are designed to milk you dry with draconian fines if you offend and if you can't pay, or you're a serial repeat-offender, na prison straight. The government officials I've observed do not hate or love you, they feel your pain but are remorseless when it comes to punishing offenders. That's why the mantra here appears to be 'Ija wa, Ija osi... always guiding' which roughly translates to 'bro, err on the side of caution.'
Having said that, if you obey the law, nobody send you for here o! Just paro lo!!

Very apt. The fear of consequences is what makes the system work. For instance, a sexual offender can't earn any meaningful living even after serving prison sentence because almost every job requires a background check. Canada has very strong institutions.

It's called okodo. It's medicinal. The Chinese use it to treat some ailments. Snake fish. It's available at Makoko fish market when it's in season