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Shikena:
Hear say?
Brazil is my second home. I can name 20 Nigerians in at least 10 Brazilian cities that we rolled together back in the day. This is a faceless forum so let's leave it at that. I know at least 5 Nigerians with their own English language franchise businesses .

... and yes, I encountered guys like you in Brazil a lot but people's paths are different.

Many of you are fond of analyzing foreign countries from the perspective of a fresh immigrant rolling with limited stalites and staying for just a couple of years or someone just visiting for 2 or 3 weeks. You are hardly close to any iota of accuracy in your views.

Guys like me ke, what do you know bout me? Also I can say the same for you, People living in self-denial, we could go o n and on but that aint shyte..The fact remains the same, Brazil is a shythole as far as I'm concerned, my standard may be very high, but it is a shytholl,

grandstar:
Brazil isn't better than every African country.

Yes, it may be more "advanced" but better is quite stretching it. The only country on the South American mainland that is close to that should be Chile.

Your fact is very deniable.The huge income disparity is shocking with Favelas everywhere. Crime and drugs are huge problems and usually where such thrive amongst youth, it's an indication they've lost faith in their future.

Chile on the other hand is more prosperous, has a higher standard of living and its on its way to becoming an advanced rich nation probably in 20years. Sadly, it's turning leftist and that may stifle growth.

You know people talk on a faceless forum and pull facts from the Air, Brazil is better than every African country my aszzzz

Shikena:
I have provided the info above, I don't know what your expectations are and I don't know which country open up a portal and say THESE JOBS ARE MEANT FOR NIGERIANS. As an immigrant, you go in with no expectation and find your way. If your concern is if Nigerians have good jobs in Brazil, yes they do and there are several professional groups across different Brazilian cities including Brasilia, Sao Paulo & Rio.

English teaching:
Nigerians are working warehouses in America until they have documents, some are working in African restaurants. English teaching is better in my opinion and many Nigerians do it effortlessly after a few months in Brazil.

SIM Card:
Have you ever asked yourself if it's easy for foreigner to get SIM card or Wi-Fi in Nigeria? Forget foreigners, you think it's easy adjusting to Nigeria for Nigerians living abroad?

Apart from Hear say do you know anyone who teaches English personally? I don't mean one employed by a Nigerian family to teach thier kids at home. Also African restaurants Bross Plzzzzz those are mama put I was at few of them and also I happen to meet a Nairalander there too we both ate at same restaurant but were not familiar at the time. You talking about ware houses, bro the average Brazilian is looking for that job.Bro I only just left there Feb this year If you don't sell drugs in the name of African shop then you are just a figure passing time.The ladies tend to do well than our brothers as they are into hair product and stylist etc.

Shikena:
What is the expected infrastructure?
How do you get to Denver or Gunnison, Colorado from say New Orleans, Lousiana in the USA? Or New York to Phoenix?

I have never been to them states so I cannot tell more so we cannot compare a third world country like Brazil to the USA cos for what the loss the make up in other ways.

Shikena:
Show proof that Brazilians migrating to USA are more than those from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Venezuala, Ecuador, Nicaragua, Haiti then we can start debating. That is the point in the debate just in case you missed it.

Plz watch documentaries on Darien Gap, and its worthy to note, loads of south Americans go to Brazil for tourism.check these
https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazilian-town-empties-migration-us-accelerates-2021-11-30/

https://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/brazilian-immigrants-united-states-2017

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazilians-flock-us-border-an-alleged-smuggler-cashes-2021-10-12/
https://www.euronews.com/2021/10/13/us-usa-immigration-brazil-insight

grandstar:
Yes, it does have high unemployment. That does not mean it is relatively wealthy. Also, don't forget Brazil is notorious for its uneven distribution of wealth. Botswana has a better wealth distribution. Brazil may be more advanced, but life is better in Botswana.
The primary reason for the Botswana's high unemployment rate I suspect is its location. The fact that it is landlocked is a big disadvantage as well as it small population. Manufacturing for export would be adversely affected by transportation cost.

However, I don't think this answers the question. The country should try harder. It should pursue tourism more energetically but it hates mass tourism. It could also set up an aerotropolis, which would double as an export processing zone.

But overall, one can not deny it is well run. I am not interested in migrating. I was just stating my opinion.

That country lack infrastructure relative to its huge population and large land mass, to travel from Sao Palo to Rio de Jenaro takes 8 hours by bus on a very tricky road you as a visitor cannot drive on also from Rio to Salvado is 1 day 10 hours no trains. The do have Trams in the tourist areas and they make money from that but overall thier number one export is FOOD.

Shikena:
Where did you get that from? Can you provide any link/proof of that? Brazil is one place that shocked me about their attitude towards moving to Brazil. The US Embassy was almost empty the few times I went there.

What that guy said is fact, there are well established drug route lined with people smugglers from Brazil to the US. Deadly journey, take it as Wet Forest route to Libya. Full of snakes and poisonous Lishes and stuff.
If you speak to anyone in that market, I have forgotten the name, google Darien Gap, its a vast area merging central and north America, its btw Colombia and Panama, it takes up to 10 days to cross, last year more than 36 persons died in that jungle, some came back and are in that market hustling others scattered in other part of southern America. I also met some group there who it took nearly 16 years to be able to learn the language up to Olevel grade.

Shikena:
Yes, lots of immigrants are living in Brazil as a pass-through to the USA. Those who are in Brazil to stay and work did their research and figured out what to do. If you learn the language and have work authorization you can see available jobs on several portals like https://gupy.io/ with over 4,000 companies across over 20 different industry verticals listing their openings and you also have catho.com.br, empregos.com.br, hbne.com.br. Others are indeed.com.br, careerjet.com.br, infojobs.com.br. Brazilian newspapers also list jobs e.g. Gazeta Online, and A Tribuna.

Popular jobs for qualified foreigners include banking/fnance roles, IT specialists, Builder, Engineers, Oil and gas workers, and Space and nanotechnology researchers.

The most common job for people in-between jobs or trying to find their feet is teaching English. While the unemployment rate in Brazil is around 9%, the informal sector is where you find many people including immigrants servicing the huge population (that's where the cluster of Nigerians you see in Sao Paulo belong).

The biggest employers within the formal sector are Ford Motor Company, Microsoft, and Brazilian companies like Petrobras, Ultrapar Participacoes, Vale or Banco Bradesco. The public service pay very well but jobs are limited to Brazilian nationals.

Bro you still did not tell us the kind of job available for a Nigerian
My point is no professional would open thier eyes and go to brazil to work
English teaching is the nearest best thing. Now ask yourself how long it will take you to learn teh language up to A levels grade. Learning the language on its own is a challenge let alone writing it.To even get a SIm card to put on your phone is a challenge as you need a national ID card and number for that some sort of NIN thing, so all fru I was on Wi-Fi or a satellite phone. Bro compared to other countries of the west these are third world countries. We as Nigerians are some worth too much to spend our money brains and resources to say migrate to Brazil if not for tourism, and guess what its damn way expenssive to go there from Nigeria flight tickets alone can set one back N13million plus.

Nadingo:
Asiwaju is a master of this game. You just got to love him.

I hope you got salary raise. !

ManirBK:
https://thenationonlineng.net/just-in-nlc-confirms-suspension-of-strike-after-tinubus-intervention/

See why this NLC is a joke, Money has changed hands. So what are the workers getting in return now?>

Starzo:
Lol....same Brazil wey some people dey literally chop shat just to survive

Ignorance is truly a disease

Exactly Brazil again, who nor go no know, you know some people just travel 1st time and think those countries are it, I stand to be corrected the neatest country in the world is Germany. But it isn't the best place to live in the world.

planetx:
Hundred of thousands of Brazilians have been apprehended at the US Southern border, a quick Google search will answer your question. Keep trying to be more Brazilian than the Brazilians themselves

This is very true.

Shikena:
Just 2 weeks

No wonder you picked your experience in just a few areas in Sao Paulo/Rio and marked those as the national standard. You remind me of a Nigerian born abroad who visited home for 3 weeks and was talking as if the entire Nigeria is defined by his personal bad experiences for 3 weeks at Festac Town

You still managed not to answer the question, I asked WHAT WORK? don't forget I went to the centre where Nigerians own almost all Biz to speak to loads of them there, their main aim was to cross to the USA, but it aint easy and cost loads, I must have spoken to a dozen to be migrants!

tensazangetsu20:
So in every country in the world everywhere is nice. Even the favelas can't still be compared to anywhere in Africa. Brazil is a very solid country. One of the top 10 largest economies in the world.

you know I had this same argument with someone on here B4 as I was sent there to work by my firm to do some fittings for two weeks then took two weeks holiday there as well so spent 4 weeks there,I was asking him what kind of job can U do there apart from selling druugs.Till now no answer, now you are saying its a solid country OK you Now tell me what kind of job do you think You as a migrant can do in Brazil,Im waiting,

PS I lodged at Both Sao paulo and Rio ,In SP you cant even dare bring your smart phone out to take fotos its full of addicts who will just snatch your phone, smelly and over populated like lagos.

nairalanda1:
Hmm, Brazil is a nice country. One of the places I would dearly love to jakpa to and work for ten years self.

WORK ahahah which work?

tensazangetsu20:
Have you travelled or lived in Brazil. I have travelled to over 14 African countries and lived there and I am telling you that Brazil is heaven on earth compared to any African country and you are saying I am capping. You guys don't know how backward Africa is.

what part pf Brazil are we talking about? the tourist area or the everyday hood like the favelas?

Celepope:
From a reliable source, the two that remained have been granted asylum by the Brazilian government. There are slight differences between Nigeria and Brazil. Brazil is riddled with crime compared to Nigeria with way lesser crimes. The two countries are ironical nations suffering in the midst of plenty.

The only thing be say if them get Brazilian passport they are visa fre to EU and UK

Grit2943:
SAO PAULO, Aug 1 (Reuters) - On their tenth day at sea, the four Nigerian stowaways crossing the Atlantic in a tiny space above the rudder of a cargo ship ran out of food and drink.

They survived another four days, according to their account, by drinking the sea water crashing just meters below them, before being rescued by Brazilian federal police in the southeastern port of Vitoria.

Their remarkable, death-defying journey across some 5,600 kilometers (3,500 miles) of ocean underlines the risks some migrants are prepared to take for a shot at a better life.

It was a terrible experience for me," said 38-year-old Thankgod Opemipo Matthew Yeye, one of the four Nigerians, in an interview at a Sao Paulo church shelter. "On board it is not easy. I was shaking, so scared. But I'm here."

Their relief at being rescued soon gave way to surprise.

The four men said they had hoped to reach Europe and were shocked to learn they had in fact landed on the other side of the Atlantic, in Brazil. Two of the men have since been returned to Nigeria upon their request, while Yeye and Roman Ebimene Friday, a 35-year-old from Bayelsa state, have applied for asylum in Brazil.

"I pray the government of Brazil will have pity on me," said Friday, who had already attempted to flee Nigeria by ship once before but was arrested by authorities there.

Both men said economic hardship, political instability and crime had left them with little option but to abandon their native Nigeria. Africa's most populous country has longstanding issues of violence and poverty, and kidnappings are endemic.

Yeye, a pentecostal minister from Lagos state, said his peanut and palm oil farm was destroyed by floods this year, leaving him and his family homeless. He hopes they can now join him in Brazil.

Friday said his journey to Brazil began on June 27, when a fisherman friend rowed him up to the stern of the Liberian-flagged Ken Wave, docked in Lagos, and left him by the rudder. To his surprise, he found three men already there, waiting for the ship to depart. Friday said he was terrified. He had never met his new shipmates and feared they could toss him into the sea at any moment.

Once the ship was moving, Friday said the four men made every effort not to be discovered by the ship's crew, who they also worried might offer them a watery grave.

"Maybe if they catch you they will throw you in the water," he said. "So we taught ourselves never to make a noise."

Spending two weeks within spitting distance of the Atlantic Ocean was perilous.

To prevent themselves from falling into the water, Friday said the men rigged up a net around the rudder and tied themselves to it with a rope. When he looked down, he said he could see "big fish like whales and sharks." Due to the cramped conditions and the noise of the engine, sleep was rare and risky. "I was very happy when we got rescued," he said.

Father Paolo Parise, a priest at the Sao Paulo shelter, said he had come across other cases of stowaways, but never one so dangerous. Their journey paid testament to lengths people will go in search of a new start, he said. "People do unimaginable and deeply dangerous things."


https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/four-nigerians-rescued-brazil-survived-14-days-ships-rudder-2023-08-01/

ANd of all place brazil

benjackugo:
‘An arrow has been fired’ — Sanwo-Olu’s wife speaks of doctor killed in elevator accident



https://lifestyle.thecable.ng/an-arrow-has-been-fired-sanwo-olus-wife-speaks-of-doctor-killed-in-elevator-accident/

She is too intelligent to make such statement, it was am accident pure an simple go and compensate the family end of and the last but not the list fire everyone whose responsibility is to fix the life and do a proper in-house cleansing!

Got some wall tiles and Glass block to be used at some part of the house, Glass block cost N2500 per one and its accessories as well
Cement now N4800

Right I have one more septic tank aka soakaway to build right in front of the house as there was no more space in the back
excavation started today cost to dig N45k

omanzo02:
It's a special type of paint then or it's mixed with special chemical or paste?
Just got know this type of screeding recently but not really aware of the materials involved.

They do the Mix themselves. they like to say they produce their own materials.

Elianmotor:
In spite of the fact that you have little say in fuel costs, you have command over the kinds of vehicles you drive. In circumstances like this, you ought to get to know eco-friendly vehicles in the event that you intend to purchase or change a vehicle. The beyond couple of weeks have seen Nigerians take to their online entertainment pages, yelling about how the typical expense of N617 per litre is upsetting their everyday exercises.

As a result of the subsidy removal, vehicle owners now have to pay more for their vehicles, making them the most affected group. While you have little say in fuel costs, you control the kinds of vehicles you drive. Prior to purchasing or changing your vehicle, you ought to briefly discard buying an extravagance vehicle and decide on eco-friendly ones. For instance, consistently think about the motor of a vehicle. Trust us over the long haul. You would be cheerful in the event that you purchased a 1.1-litre motor vehicle over an extravagant vehicle with gold seats.

To guide you in the correct bearing in regards to what Kia, Honda or Suzuki vehicles to purchase, we have gathered a rundown of eco-friendly vehicles that would leave a little grin all over when individuals around you cry about how they spent a whole month's compensation on fuel.

1. KIA PICANTO
With a typical fuel utilization of 5.8L for 100 kilometers, the Kia Picanto highlights a lightweight plan, high-level motor innovation, and shrewd driving elements that make it a competitor on our rundown. Furnished with cutting-edge design, the vehicle's powertrain streamlines burning cycles and comprises various models for your inclination.

2. HYUNDAI I10
Hyundai i10's fuel utilization goes from around 5 to 6 litres for every 100 kilometers. This amounts to between 47 and 58 miles per gallon (mpg) when driving in the city and on the highway together.

3. NISSAN TILDA/VERSA
The engines in the Nissan Tilda and Versa are designed to produce sufficient power while optimizing fuel efficiency for daily driving. Depending on the fuel type, the Tilda/Versa typically consumes between 6 and 8 litres of fuel per 100 kilometers. This makes an interpretation of around 37 to 47 miles for every gallon (mpg)

4. HONDA CITY
The amount of fuel that Honda City uses varies by model. However, the typical consumption of fuel is 5.2 L/100 km. It was estimated that the vehicle used the most fuel at 5.4 L/100 km.

5. TOYOTA PRIUS
Toyota's prestigious Prius offers 67.0 MPG in its self-charging crossover variation, putting it in front of the opposition. The plug-in hybrid model gets an even better official economy of 235.4 MPG if the battery is kept charged. The Prius is notable for its constancy and heavenly inside quality.

6. SUZUKI QUICK
The Suzuki Quick has a moderate half-breed setup wherein the electric engine eases the heap on the gas motor, bringing about a normal fuel utilization of 64.0 MPG. If you're looking for a supermini that saves fuel, this one strikes a good balance between improved efficiency and lively performance.

7. TOYOTA COROLLA
Toyota Corolla ranks high thanks to its remarkable city and highway fuel economy of 32 MPG and 41 MPG, respectively. The Corolla, with its reliable standing and eco-friendly execution, is a famous decision for drivers searching for a down-to-earth and practical vehicle.

8. HONDA CIVIC
The Honda Civic is a smaller vehicle staple that follows through on eco-friendliness, with a typical mileage of 12.3 to 13.9 km per litre. Due to its spacious cabin, safety features, and dependable performance, the Civic continues to be a popular choice for people who want to save money on fuel without sacrificing comfort and luxury.

9. KIA RIO
The Kia Rio is a great choice for city driving and daily commuting due to its high fuel efficiency. The Kia Rio is an alternative that uses less gas because it gets an estimated 32 MPG in the city and 41 MPG on the interstate. It's aerodynamic design and economical 1.6-litre inline-4 engine enable it to utilize every gallon of fuel.

10. MAZDA 3
The Mazda 3 is distinguished by its estimated fuel consumption of 10.6 to 13.9 kilometers per litre in addition to its sporty appearance and compelling driving dynamics. The Mazda 3 requests for people who need a vehicle that stands apart out and about and is aware of its natural effect.

11. TOYOTA YARIS
Fuel economy is at the heart of the Toyota Yaris. With its brisk but powerful engine, the Yaris gets an impressive 41 MPG on the highway and 32 MPG on average in town. The Yaris is a friend to the economy because it helps you save money at the pump, whether you're driving through crowded city streets or starting long interstate journeys.

12. HYUNDAI IONIQ
The Hyundai IONIQ is a balanced, eco-friendly vehicle. It is accessible in both self-charging and module cross-breed models, taking special care of different driving inclinations. It is a great option for short commutes because its plug-in hybrid version can travel up to 39 miles on pure electric power. The IONIQ offers a noteworthy mix of productivity and versatility, with a fuel utilization of 60.0 MPG.

FINAL WORDS
Based on the current situation in Nigeria, it's advisable to put so many things into consideration when purchasing that automobile of our choice.
https://www.elianmotor.com/2023/07/fuel-subsidy-removal-here-are-12-low.html


cc : Lalasticlala, Marpol

This is a write up by a blogger who know next to nothing about car Engines and how they maintain their efficiency.
There is nowhere in this post where it mentioned Engine capacity some of these cars come in 2 and 1.6 litre anginas, even the VW polo with its 1.6 and 1.4 Engines was not mentions, what about the VW Up with a 0.8 ltr Engine. So I say lobish post

naptu2:
Jesus Christ of Nazareth! You don't even know how he generates his electricity and you are trying to tell me about it?

Kai!

It says he has 150 panels of S/Panels, which is a huge set up, how is he braking even with that, Check out Tesla and its power source!

naptu2:
Jesus Christ of Nazareth! You don't even know how he generates his electricity and you are trying to tell me about it?

Kai!

why don't you tell us since you are in the know

Peppysco:
Patriotic Nigerians know that the Nigerian economy can no longer survive the payments of subsidy with borrowed funds. Just so people know, the D.M.O puts Nigeria's revenue to debt servicing ratio as 73:27.
Meaning that 73% of the country's revenue earnings goes straight back into debt servicing, with that huge debt profile, how on earth does one expect the country to grow or develop?
It is a painful moment in the country right now but, the downward economic trajectory of the country needs to be quickly controlled, because if not, we may be looking at the Zimbabwe's economic situations in the country in just a few years. Yes, the policies are harsh and biting at the moment, but we all just have to put aside our political differences and understand that what needs to be done must be done. After all, other candidates also planned to remove the subsidy, why cry wolf just because it wasn't another preferred candidate that removed it?
As for that Ajaero or whatever his name is, he's only playing the political game of his principal, reason he's never seen as a serious guy, even among his members.

CAn I ask you a question, howmuch do you think teh FG has saved since they removed subsidy in Diesel fuel?

oyeb15:
I mean a full charge will equalls 12 litre fuel consumption. Most of the tech guys in Bene can't even communicate in English and engineers with 20years experience like u can't produce anything.
Still be waiting for grammar before u understand new technology ok!

Mr Just cos you are in a faceless forum dont mean you got to insult people, FYI Im not and Engineer in Nigeria rather an Engineer in the UK and trained in the UK.So when I'm talking ignorant persons like you shit sit on the side and take Notes!.
The whole concept of Electric Engine is not surrounding cheap energy source rather Clean Energy source.

naptu2:
I didn't give you grammar. I gave you an example of someone that is actually doing it commercially in Nigeria. A private individual, not even government. He has been doing it (running commercial electric bus service) for years.

Only cos he does not pay the full electric cost simply put.Install a prepaid meter in his coy se if he dnt go bck to Petrol

oyeb15:
They are setting up power stations. Moreover,it can be charged at home but will take hours. It's like using 2litre petrol to gain 12 litre energy.

what is 12 litre Energy please xplain I never hear this one B4 in my 20-year Engineering career!

naptu2:
Meet Mustapha Gajibo Who Converts Petrol Cars To Electric Cars In Borno.
https://www.nairaland.com/7721251/meet-mustapha-gajibo-converts-petrol

I never meant it cant be done however I am speaking from the point of making it commercially viable ie making profit. As it stands in the west people are now complaining about Electric cars cos it adds hours to your journey. It is just of recent Nigerians realise that the so called Electric storage device UPS is a scam cos of Prepaid meter. If you fully charge that bike from 8am to 8pm running time U might spend N10k electricity, check it in petrol. and if you use generator to charge the bike then your guess is as good as mine

naptu2:
Governors from the western part of Nigeria were in Benin Republic to mark its independence anniversary.

Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun - MFR, CON @dabiodunMFR



https://twitter.com/dabiodunMFR/status/1686675962761453568

to charge with which electricity?

MotorConnectz:
The infamous and durable Prado has finally gotten a total redesign by Toyota. This comes after decades of having practically almost the same shape which people take advantage of by revamping and face-liftimg to get the recent looks.

The All New 2024 Toyota Prado comes in different trims like LC 300 , LC 1958 and the LC first Edition which will be limited to only 5000 units.

What do u think of the new design?

Looks like Jeep grand Cherokee plus Toyota Fj cruiser in ONE