Aeon,
is Realtors with your company? if not? Any update from you on property for sale

I was there, it was fab general Colin Powell really embrace African culture

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/news/world/us_and_americas/article4945736.ece



He is respected for many attributes; a brilliant soldier and a skilled diplomat. But General Colin Powell a hip hop and happening rap star? That's not a description you would expect to hear.

Until last night, that is, when the former US Secretary of State climbed on stage of the Royal Albert Hall and surprised audiences with an impromptu hip hop dance and song.

Still wearing a buttoned up suit the statesman performed with Nigerian group Olu Maintain and did a version of the Nigerian dance Yahoozee. He even took the microphone to sing lyrics and showed a natural rhythm as the pop stars taught him their dance moves.

General Powell, who was the first black Secretary of State and so far the only black Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, was attending the Africa Rising festival, a showcase for African music and fashion.


He told the audience: “I stand before you tonight as an African American. Many people say to me, ‘You became Secretary of State of the USA, is it really necessary to say you are an African American, or that you are black?’ And I say yes, so that we can remind our children. It took a lot of people struggling to bring me to this point in history. I didn’t just drop out of the sky, people came from my continent in chains.”

Adding: “There’s no reason a new Africa can’t be created right here and now,” General Powell climbed on stage and performed the Nigerian Yahoozee dance.

Nduka Obaigbena, the organiser of Africa Rising, said: “I never thought I would see Colin Powell dance Yahoozee, he showed that common touch.”

The pop star Christina Aguilera and the soul singer Seal also performed.

I have been watching UK Boder Force and it vey interesting,a lot of lessons can be learnt from that programme.

What the most useful lesson you have learnt from the progamme?

What surprise me you have students who the immigation officers ask what are you stuying and they doing know

can any give any useful web address to check? any more advice

Alldruns,
you dont submit any photocopies only originals. unless you want keep copies for your own records.

john legend -greenlight

jennifer hudson spotlight

shina peters afro juju this is classic

Happy independence day to all my country people. What are your dreams and hopes for our dear country?

Would the forefathers of Nigeria be proud of were we are?

Deija,

Thanks for your advice, I am not in Nigeria. I am doing the research for my half-sister. I just need know as much information as possible. so any help you can give will be helpful.Thank you.

Guys,
I am doing some research here so please assists. i have done a google search but still need some help, if you have a job offer in SA, how much do you feel it will cost if you had to sort out your work permit yourself , do you still have to put down 83k refundable deposit?How long will it take to process the Visa? Further, i see only a year work permit is offered, can 3-5 work permit be offered? Any help you can offer would be great.

Gambia is in ECOWAS, you dont need a visa.

hmm,
not  being in  the majority,  not  having paying big  money  for  naija  take  away, the parties, the  live band. miss  xmas  in naija or should i  say Africa in general

shapey ,I am so sorry to hear about your misfortune hope you are ok.

To answer your question, I come to Ghana twice a year every year for years. you entitle to your opinion but you only been to Ghana once?? You been unlucky in your experience, crime happens in all countries. People say crime in Lagos is high but I have never experience it, but that does that mean there no crime??

Ghana has alot of good points and bad points. I still stand that Accra good points outweighs it bad points compare to Lagos.

http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/welcome.html

Abuja
Business Hours:
Monday through Thursday from 07:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and
Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Consular Section Abuja is closed to the public the last Friday of every month

Plot 1075, Diplomatic Drive
Central Business District, Abuja
Telephone: (234)-9-461-4000
Fax: (234)-9-461-4171
E-Mail: ConsularAbuja@state.gov


to make appoint click on this link https://evisaforms.state.gov/make_barcode.asp

let address some points about this topic, I love nigeria,i love ghana too.That are both home to me.

If you are comparing Lagos to Accra then yes Accra wins every time,why you ask because of basics Accra there always light,if they are going to take light they give you advance notice, as a female you can walk the street at anytime, get a cab at anytime. No one is going to tell you can't go to this area after 9pm and all that nonsense. Tourism is great in Accra,so much to see and do. The Ghana people can see how much money tourism brings to it country and happy to invite other nations to their country.

Now comparing Abuja to Accra, Abuja wins, this is a Fab city, clean and new and is more welcoming to tourism that Lagos. it demonstrate all the best Nigeria as to offer,i suppose that why it the capital city. Abuja rocks, so much space and air.

The government need to do something with Lagos especially as alot of people still see it has the capital city.

You can go to most of the carribean countries on holiday for up to 2 weeks visa free. however, if you want to live there you will need aresidence permit.

I second that trindad is fab country.

Accra,Make sure you go to Frankies for ice cream, it is also a hotel check out http://www.frankies-ghana.com

Go to Labadi Beach, Makola market(love it , make she bargin with the people in the market)

Kumasi is in the north, i love it ,go to Lake Bosumtwi, The Manhyia Palace(were the ashanti king is ) and off course kumasi market

cape coast, go to elmina castle were slave were kept and see the gate no return.

all the information you need is in the below link:
http://www.ukvac-ng.com/index.aspx

Required Documents

Why do I need to provide documents to support my application?
UK immigration law says that it is up to you to satisfy the visa officer that you qualify for a visa. BHC/BDHC aim to make a decision on your application without interviewing you, so it is vital that you send BHC/BDHC the correct documents with your application. If you do not send us the documents BHC/BDHC need, BHC/BDHC may refuse your application without interviewing you. Where possible, please send BHC/BDHC documents which can be checked by someone else. For example, it can be difficult to prove that a mobile phone number belongs to a particular person, whereas it is easier to prove that a landline number belongs to that person. We appreciate that it may not always be possible for you to provide these kinds of documents, but please be aware that it will help BHC/BDHC make the decision if you can.
What sort of documents do I have to show?
Everyone's circumstances are different. This is why BHC/BDHC don't ask for a set list of documents. BHC/BDHC has given you a general idea of the kinds of documents which will help the visa officer check that you have met the immigration rules. It is up to you whether you send BHC/BDHC these documents, or different ones. It is your responsibility to make sure that you have read the available information on the category of visa you want to apply for. The list below does not cover every single situation, and producing all the documents on it will not guarantee you a visa. Please make sure that you include all supporting papers with your application, and don't send or fax BHC/BDHC any papers separately.

Will you accept photocopies of documents?
Where possible, please send original documents. BHC/BDHC see a lot of forged documents, and it is easier for UK visas to confirm that an original document is genuine, rather than a photocopied one. BHC/BDHC can examine original documents to make sure that they have not been tampered with. But BHC/BDHC realise that some documents are too valuable for you to want to send them with your application, for example, a US Green Card. In these cases, please send BHC/BDHC a good-quality photocopy of the original. Also, please make sure that, wherever possible, you do not laminate your documents.

Will you accept documents which aren't in English?
If you want to send BHC/BDHC documents which are not in English, BHC/BDHC strongly advise you to get them translated beforehand. It will help the visa officer to make a decision if all supporting papers have been translated into English.

Are there any documents which you don't need to see?
Please don't send BHC/BDHC credit cards, or original airline tickets.

What happens if I don't send the suggested documents?
If you have not included the documents BHC/BDHC need to see with your application, the official at VFS, our commercial partners, will point this out to you. She or he will also ask you if you want to make your application, knowing that you do not have all the documents to support it. It is entirely up to you whether you go ahead with your application or not. You can find more detailed information on UK visa requirements by visiting http://www.ukinnigeria.com or by contacting a VFS official.

What if I want to apply for a visa for my child?
If your child is under 18, as well as meeting the immigration rules, they must show that they have a parent or guardian who is responsible for their care, and that they have suitable travel and care arrangements for when they travel to the UK. From 12 February 2006, the name of the adult accompanying them to the UK will now be on the visa, and the child must travel with this adult. If travel plans change and the child will travel on their own, or with another adult, you must apply for a new visa.

How do I make my application?
You must make your application in person due to the requirement to collect biometric data from all applicants. Please allow enough time for BHC/BDHC to process your application, and remember that at busy times of the year, it may take slightly longer for BHC/BDHC to make a decision about your application. BHC/BDHC recommend that you do not buy your ticket before BHC/BDHC have issued your visa.


What documents do I need if I want to go to the UK on a temporary basis (this is called a non-settlement application)?

You must provide the following documents.


A passport, which is valid for at least six months. The visa BHC/BDHC place in your passport will take up one full page, so please make sure that your passport has at least one spare page with no stamps, visas or endorsements on it.

A recent passport-sized colour photo, on a white background, 45 millimeters (2 inches) high and 35 millimeters (1.5 to 2 inches) wide. This should be glued, not stapled, to the application form.

The correct fee.

A fully filled-in and signed application form. Please make sure you use a current form, as BHC/BDHC cannot accept the out-of-date versions


You can send us the following documents.

To satisfy the visa officer that you plan to leave the UK at the end of your visit

You could show evidence of your personal circumstances in Nigeria, for example, letters of employment, evidence of a regular salary (if you have one) in the form of wage slips or bank statements, and evidence of your assets.

To satisfy the visa officer that you have enough money to support yourself and live or stay in the UK without working or needing any help from public funds

If your sponsor, employer or anyone else is supporting you, you could show evidence of his or her immigration status in the UK. This includes six months' itemized bank statements, pay slips and evidence that they are willing to pay for your stay in the UK.

If you are paying for any part of the trip yourself, you could show evidence of your personal circumstances in Nigeria, for example, letters of employment, six months' itemized bank statements, and evidence of your assets.

If you are visiting the UK, you could show evidence that you have somewhere to stay, for example, a hotel reservation or a letter from your sponsor confirming that you are staying with them.

If you are spending a longer period of time in the UK, for example, as a student or with a work permit, the visa officer needs to be satisfied that you have somewhere to live, that it is suitable for you and your family, and that the person who owns or rents it is willing to let you live there. You could do this by providing a local-authority property report, or written confirmation from the mortgage lender.

If you are going to the UK with a work permit

You must present the original work permit within six months of it being issued, and travel to the UK before the work permit runs out. BHC/BDHC cannot accept photocopies or out-of-date work permits

If you are going to the UK as a student

You need to show that you can pay for your course, support yourself and any dependants, and live in the UK without working or needing help from public funds - see the previous page.

You need to show that you plan to leave the UK when you complete your studies (see the previous page), although if you are a degree student and you successfully complete your studies, you may be able to take work-permit employment if you meet the requirements for this.

A good way to show your academic ability is to provide any relevant diplomas or educational certificates that you have. If you have a degree, it is helpful to send BHC/BDHC any passing certificates as well as your degree certificate.

A good way to show that your English is good enough for you to follow the course is to provide an original certificate from an organization which tests English ability. Two such organizations are International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

A good way of showing that you have been accepted and that the course meets the immigration rules is to provide a letter from the institution confirming this, together with a statement of charges for the course.

Your chosen educational establishment must be included on the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) Register of Education and Training Providers.

You'll need to fill in another checklist along with your visa application form. Or you can apply on-line (see the previous page).

If you are going to the UK as a dependant of someone who is already there

You can show BHC/BDHC that you are related to them by sending us a copy of your marriage certificate. If children are applying to join a parent in the UK, we need to see their birth certificates.

You can also send BHC/BDHC evidence of their immigration status there, for example, a copy of the work-permit pages of their passport.

What documents do I need to live in the UK permanently (this is called a settlement application)?
You must provide the following documents:

A passport which is valid for at least six months. The visa we place in your passport will take up one full page, so please make sure that your passport has at least one spare page with no stamps, visas or endorsements on it.

A recent passport-sized colour photo, on a white background, 45 millimeters (2 inches) in height and 35 millimeters (1.5 to 2 inches) wide. This should be glued, not stapled, to the application form.

The correct fee.

A fully filled-in and signed application form. Please make sure you use a current form, as BHC/BDHC cannot accept the out-of-date versions.

You can send BHC/BDHC the following documents:

To show that you are legally married to each other or are in a civil partnership recognized in the UK (see note below): You could show a letter from your official sponsor, evidence of your relationship, evidence of your sponsor's immigration status in the UK, and a copy of your sponsor's passport.

To show that your husband, wife or civil partner is present and settled in the UK (see note below): You could show a letter from your official sponsor, evidence of your relationship, evidence of your sponsor's immigration status in the UK, and a copy of your sponsor's passport.

To show that your husband, wife or civil partner is not under 18: You could show a letter from your official sponsor, evidence of your relationship, evidence of your sponsor's immigration status in the UK, and a copy of your sponsor's passport.

To show that you both plan to live together permanently as husband and wife or as civil partners: If your relationship has lasted for some time, you could provide evidence that it is ongoing, for example, letters and phone bills.

To show that you have met each other before: You could show photographs, or your marriage certificate may be enough.

To show that you can support yourselves and any dependants without any help from public funds: It helps if you show evidence that you or your sponsor (or both of you) will be supporting you. This could include evidence of your sponsor's immigration status in the UK, six months' itemized bank statements, evidence of your or your sponsor's savings, your P60, or a letter from the Department for Work and Pensions (if relevant).

To show that you have suitable accommodation, which is owned or lived in only by you and your household, and where you and your dependants can live without any help from public funds: You could provide evidence in the form of a letter from the mortgage company or tenant to show that the accommodation you plan to live in is owned outright, mortgaged or leased. You could also provide a property inspection report, or another independent report to show that the accommodation is suitable for your family circumstances, for example, that there are enough bedrooms for you all.

Note: You can find more information on what 'legally married' and 'civil partnership' mean by visiting www.ukvisas.gov.uk and reading Guidance - Husbands, wives and partners (INF 4).



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How and Where to Pay

Customers can pay their Visa Fee in the following ways.

a) At any of the designated Sterling Bank branches as mentioned below or;
b) At Sterling Bank's Cash Collection Counters at the UK Visa Application Centres

Sterling Bank operates cash collection counters for the collection of visa fees and service charges at the UK Visa Application Centres in Lagos (Victoria Island and Ikeja), Abuja, Ibadan and Port Harcourt. For payments collected at the cash collection counters inside the Application Centres, a Handling Fee of N200 per receipt will be charged. No Handling Fee will be charged for payments made at the branches of Sterling Bank listed below.


NOTE: The Receipt will be valid for 30 days from date of payment. Customers will need to submit their visa application to the VAC within 30 days of payment.


Locations of designated Sterling Bank Branches
VI/Marina - Lagos Sector

1. Ikoyi
228A, Awolowo rd, Ikoyi.

2. Yaba
260/262 Herbert Macaulay st, Yaba

3. AA1
30 Adetokunbo Ademola st, V/Island

4. AA2
Plot 1703, Adetokunbo Ademola st, V/Island

5. Adeola Hopewell
42, Adeola Hopewell st, V/Island

6. Adeola Odeku Plot
300, Adeola Odeku st, V/Island

7. Ikota Shop
14/15, Block F, Ikota Shopping Complex, Lekki

8. 20 Marina
20 Marina, Lagos

9. Broad St
Bookshop House, 50-52 Broad st, Lagos

10. Igbosere
198, Igbosere st, Lagos

11. Martins
49, Martins st, Lagos

Apapa, Lagos - Lagos Sector

12. Wharf Rd
13/15, Wharf rd, Apapa

13. Ilupeju
Akintola Williams Deloitte Building, 235 Ikorodu rd, Ilupeju

14. Commercial Rd
17, Commercial rd, Apapa

15. Surulere
141, Ogunlana Drive, Surulere

16. Creek Rd
26B, Creek Rd, Apapa

17. Matori
26, Fatai Atere Way, Matori Ind. Estate

18. Coker
29, Badagry Expressway, Odunade B/Stop, Coker

Ikeja, Lagos - Lagos Sector --

19. Awolowo Way
Ebun House, 104, Awolowo Way, Ikeja

20. Adebola House
38, Opebi rd, Ikeja

21. Opebi 2
68, Opebi rd, Ikeja

22. Allen Avenue
51, Allen Avenue, Ikeja

23. Oba Akran
Plot 2, Oba Akran rd, Aiico Building, Ikeja

24. Aromire
9, Aromire Avenue, Ikeja

25. Ikorodu
43, Lagos rd, Ikorodu

26. Dopemu
32, Shasha rd, Dopemu, Lagos

27. Ifako
102, Iju rd, Ifako


South West Region Iwo Rd, Ibadan - Abuja Sector

28. Iwo Rd, Ibadan
55A, Iwo rd, Ibadan

29. Dugbe, Ibadan
3, Obafemi Awolowo Way, Dugbe

30. Benin
29, James Watt rd, Benin

31. Abeokuta
OPIC Roundabout, Oke-Ilewo, Abeokuta

32. Otta
64, Idiroko rd, Otta, Ogun State

Abuja - Abuja Sector

33. Area 3
Plot 450, Kontagora Close, Off Tafawa Balewa Way, Area 3, Garki

34. Area 8
Plot 700, Seda Close, Off Tafawa Balewa Way, Area 8, Garki

35. Ladoke Akintola
16, Samuel Ladoke Akintola Boulevard, Garki 2, Abuja

36. Wuse 2
5, Adetokunbo Ademola Crescent, Wuse 2, Abuja

37. Sterling Boulevard
Plot 990, Sterling Boulevard, CBD, Wuse, Abuja

38. NASS
National Assembly Complex, Abuja

Northern Region - Abuja Sector

39. Ali Akilu,Kaduna
9, Ali Akilu rd, Kaduna

40. Kachia,Kaduna
1236, Kachia rd, Kaduna South

41. Lagos street,Kano
10-12, Lagos street, Kano

42. M M Way
110, Muritala Mohammed Way, Kano

43. Maiduguri
Kashim Ibrahim rd, Maiduguri

44. Sokoto
6, Ahmadu Bello Way, Sokoto

PH & Eastern Region - Abuja Sector

45. Trans Amadi 2
Plot A1, Trans Amadi Ind. Layout, PH.

46. Olu Obasanjo Rd
4, Olu Obasanjo rd, PH

47. Trans Amadi 1
13, Trans Amadi Industrial Layout, Port Harcourt

48. Yenogoa
268, Mbiama Yenagoa rd, Yenagoa

49. Owerri
72, Douglas rd, Owerri

50. Aba
Plot 3, Eziukwu rd, Aba


Note: Applicants paying their VISA FEE, at any of the above Sterling Bank locations under a particular sector (Lagos or Abuja), shall submit their visa application(s) to the Application Centre under the same sector only.


http://www.ukvac-ng.com/visafees.aspx

londoncool,

I am the sponsor but i am sponsoring a family family, all their family in Nigeria/Ghana not the UK.

My brain not working other than getting a work letter to say they have to come back to work. I am not sure what else to ask her to provide to ECO to proof she will be back.

London cool, what about me can i have an answer pretty please on this question

What documents do I need to enter the United Kingdom as a visitor?
Visitors

This page explains what documents you should have when coming to the United Kingdom as a visitor.

They are:

a letter from your employer granting leave of absence from your job for a specified period. The letter should also say how long you have been employed by that employer, in what job(s) and should indicate when you are expected back at work;
if you are self-employed, evidence of your business activities and financial standing;
evidence of any property you own in your home country;
if you are a student, a letter from your school or college stating which course you are on, its start and finish dates and the dates of the holiday period during which you intend to visit the United Kingdom;
it will also help if you can show that you have family or social ties and responsibilities to return to;
evidence of any firm travel plans you have made;
bank statements going back over a period of several months; and
evidence of savings available to you.


HOW DO YOU YOU SHOW THIS IF YOUR NOT MARRIED:it will also help if you can show that you have family or social ties and responsibilities to return to ANY IDEAS

What documents do I need to enter the United Kingdom as a visitor?
Visitors
This page explains what documents you should have when coming to the United Kingdom as a visitor.

They are:

a letter from your employer granting leave of absence from your job for a specified period. The letter should also say how long you have been employed by that employer, in what job(s) and should indicate when you are expected back at work;
if you are self-employed, evidence of your business activities and financial standing;
evidence of any property you own in your home country;
if you are a student, a letter from your school or college stating which course you are on, its start and finish dates and the dates of the holiday period during which you intend to visit the United Kingdom;
it will also help if you can show that you have family or social ties and responsibilities to return to;
evidence of any firm travel plans you have made;
bank statements going back over a period of several months; and
evidence of savings available to you.


HOW DO YOU WOULD YOU SHOW THIS IF YOUR NOT MARRIED:it will also help if you can show that you have family or social ties and responsibilities to return to ANY IDEAS

London cool, are you the local councillor, lol?

more details about nunhead

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nunhead

What is the current currency exchange rate for

UK Pounds and US dollars?

I hear it N215 to a pound?


Any comments on the exchange rate? any reason for the low rate?

London Cool,

Good  topic, I learnt  alot as I am a  sponsor.


Busy body,
international  driving licence allows  you to drive aboard  with  your current  country licence. It  valid for  a  year. I  believe it cost about six  thousand  naira.

Damiso,
It shame this  guy  had  to learn the hard way, these type  people  make  me sick.

Tos:If your friend do not mind, i may consider giving her a room but she will have to put up with me and my family. However, the rent per week will be 100 pounds. I have a wife and two daughters, although some of my friends do come around from time to time especially on weekends.



Busy boy, lol
I  couldn't  not  stop laughing at  your  comment thanks you made  my day.

i  beg  like  Tos said take  it  easy,don't have  a heart  attack over  small thing.

I can  tell you not  from the UK when  we  say  1  room  that  means you  have  a  bedroom  but  you share amenties  like  toilet, bathroom etc.

Tos, can I  move into your house,it sounds  lovely,have  we got  a  deal

he said she can have one of the rooms for £100 per week not the whole house.

Credit crunch dey, how could he give the whole house for £100 per week, lol

his  details are  on this link

https://www.nairaland.com/nigeria/topic-29487.32.html


his email: adamsy07@yahoo.com

try as suuggested gumtree

http://www.gumtree.com/london/south-london-roomshare_215_1.html

lots of properties on there

or

http://www.intolondon.com/flatshare/#gm_id3

or

http://london.spareroom.co.uk/flatshare/?offset=10&search_id=4086002&sort_by=age

or loot newpaper or there online services

hope this helps

is the £80 included bills or excluded?

sometimes you have to pay bills on top, so tell her to check

i dont understand the question?

I been to italy( pisa, florence, Rome,) with work beautiful country but I would never live there, theitaly men love black women but will never marry them though. I was nearly kidnapped there about 6 years ago and when the police came they said there alot human trafficing going on in the coutry.

were have i been the USA- new york,dc, Boston(use to live there), virigina,iowa,chicago, florida-every were in there.


Africa- Nigeria,Ghana,Ivory Coast, Sierra Leone, Egypt, Tunisa, Gambia ithink that it

Caribbean-Trindad(use to live here to),St Luica,Antigua, Grenda etc

Middle East-Dubai(UAE),Libya

everywere else Japan, italy france, London, edinburgh,paris, turkeyspain and more to come