AkalaJ:


Maybe you should reread my post to grasp the crux of my comment. Since the Op is feeling conflicted about emigrating to Germany on account of the economic status (either real or imagined) of others that are either there presently or once lived there, then maybe he needs to reevaluate his purpose for going abroad, lest he ends up disappointed.

The best that any foreign country can offer an immigrant are better economic opportunities. But even with that, such countries are bound to present their own unique challenges. Therefore, intended immigrants should 'shine their eyes' and manage their expectations so that they don't end up disappointed. Comprende??

CrystalSpark:


See this zombie.

Say what you know!

thebosstrevor1:
You cant get rich in Germany....riches and wealth are Frank upon in Germany.

The tax system is a killer for businesses and for private individuals. Every damn thing is taxed

As a foreigner, if you can't speak German, just forget about getting employed there or be ready to work as a cheap laborer. Even foreign students hardly get good jobs after graduation. Germany is for germans alone....the Turkish people in Germany, have found ways to survive by owning small kebabs shops and restaurants.

Germany is the biggest and richest economy in Europe but i wont advice my enemy to go there, you are better off in a English speaking country.

adioolayi:
Canada, US, Australia....and UK


Anything outside of these..


Well...

Juoflife1:
Rich Germans buy houses and move to cheaper european countries. That country is expensive abeg. Its expensive to call on phone. You have to manage WhatsApp, skype etc calls
If you can do their apprenticeship or get a qualification, it will be nice for you. They value their qualification. Look for a good skill and get training.
Solar is the future.

I have not been there oo. Na person tell me.

JIREN01:
Vacations aren't a big deal in Europe. You can travel to 3 different countries for vacay on less than 150 pounds, which evidently is affordable for a minimum wage earner. Visa isn't required for travel and air ticket is ridiculously cheap.

OBUKOMENA:
Please guys, do not only view. Drop your thoughts. Thanks.

clockwisereport:


Plus new Zealand

iamdapsyj:


Most people that do not make it abroad usually go there through illegal means. Hence, their papers are not legit which in turn make them do all sought of cheap labour to survive.

My cousin in the UK told me that their are Nigerians like that in the UK that do some heavy factory jobs in the UK (£6 per hour) well below the minimum wage. Their employers knows this and they just exploit them.

My advice for you is to travel legally and you will enjoy anywhere you travel to in the world.

Doubleoh7:
You mean you are going to Germany to stay with the same friend that told you point blank he has nothing to send to you? Pray your next topic on nairaland will not be asking for nairalanders in Germany that can house you

OBUKOMENA:
Good evening nairalanders! I hope you had a good day?

So, let me just go straight to my reason for opening this thread, and I hope I would be able to convey my thoughts impeccably:

It seems like some of our people who travelled to Germany aren't doing so well after all (I stand to be corrected, though!)
I have a friend over there whom I am preparing to go meet. This guy has been there since 2017. He hardly calls me on normal call. He would rather call on WhatsApp. Reason being so that he could get in touch cheaply. The first and only time I asked him to send me something, he told me pointblank he didn't have.
Just this afternoon, I heard a colleague's father just came back to Nigeria from there after 21 solid years! He had abandoned his wife and children here in Nigeria. If he was doing so well over there, would he not have arranged for his family to come over and stay with him - at least?

I have been worried, even before I heard this colleague's father thing: I don't know what I am going to meet at the friend's place; I don't know what life is like over there - how to cope in a non-English speaking environment. I don't know how long it's going to take me to make it over there and reconnect with my family. This news about my colleague's dad also increased my worries.

So, I decided I would come on here to ask: Aren't these red flags as regards traveling over there, especially with the hope that when i get there, after 2-3 years, I would bring in my family.
Anyone here knows about life in Germany?

TimeTraveller:
Take it from someone who lives abroad (real abroad o!). If you have a vision for your life, it may die abroad. You may end up in a small apartment with electricity, cheap Coca Cola and fatty burgers. You may get married and have kids. Soon, you will start consoling yourself with the lie that you did it for your children. The truth is, you sacrificed your dreams. Before you know it, you are 50 and the thought of coming back to Naija with nothing to fall back on haunts you. Even your friends would have moved on, some of them significantly better than you. So, to save face, you stay back. Out of frustration, you insult Nigeria from abroad and say she will never be well, but deep down, you know it's frustration.

If you have a steady income that is reasonable, seek ways to build extra sources of income. Choose a quiet place to live and enjoy your life.

I am not saying you shouldn't travel o! But the abroad of the late 80s and early 90s that our uncles went to doesn't exist again.

Make e be like dat.

Joysticks:
If Europe is good why are Nigerians with legal papers doing fraud and stealing?Why can't they work and make legitimate income?
Why are most Nigerians languishing in various prisons for crimes across Europe if those countries are greener in pastures?

tiger28:
Soooo because someone is calling you on WhatsApp and he didn't get you what you wanted, it means he isn't doing well??I and most of the Diasporeans on NL have all done the above statement, does that mean we aren't doing well?? Africans!!!! YOU that has NEVER traveled there before, is making this analysis. You need to stay your ass in Nigeria and continue with your Okada runs!

Prechgold1180:

I have one USA lady pressuring me to come to the USA so we can get married
She even offered to come to Nigeria so she can help with visa and all


I somehow declined bcus I don’t know what I ll face der
I am kinda doing well here and I have over 50 million Naira worth of investment here


So my fear is
I might ruin everything for myself if I travel and to think of it she smokes so hard

At a point I ignored and she threatened to commit suicide

Oduduwa707:
OP, you're indeed MADDD!

Na pple like you dey give Nigerians back in Nigeria bad name. Just see your stupid points... He calls on watsapp, didn;t send you money, blah, blah.

Why do you expect him to send someone like you money? Your entitlement attitude already stinks sef, I swear!

FYI... German has the biggest economy in Europe... so do the maths!

CrystalSpark:


See this zombie.

Say what you know! It still shocks me that a typical Nigerian (especially a BMC) would adjudge taxation evil. No, Sir! Germany and a lot of these first world nations are self-sufficient because taxes are put to good use. They even have enough to loan your lifeless President.

But no, Nigerians want to enjoy the good things of life, or the lack thereof, without paying taxes.

thebosstrevor1:
You cant get rich in Germany....riches and wealth are Frank upon in Germany.

The tax system is a killer for businesses and for private individuals. Every damn thing is taxed

As a foreigner, if you can't speak German, just forget about getting employed there or be ready to work as a cheap laborer. Even foreign students hardly get good jobs after graduation. Germany is for germans alone....the Turkish people in Germany, have found ways to survive by owning small kebabs shops and restaurants.

Germany is the biggest and richest economy in Europe but i wont advice my enemy to go there, you are better off in a English speaking country.

WayoProphet:
Lol, stop the cap. You saw that in a movie. This I have seen.

thebosstrevor1:
You cant get rich in Germany....riches and wealth are Frank upon in Germany.

The tax system is a killer for businesses and for private individuals. Every damn thing is taxed

As a foreigner, if you can't speak German, just forget about getting employed there or be ready to work as a cheap laborer. Even foreign students hardly get good jobs after graduation. Germany is for germans alone....the Turkish people in Germany, have found ways to survive by owning small kebabs shops and restaurants.

Germany is the biggest and richest economy in Europe but i wont advice my enemy to go there, you are better off in a English speaking country.

frankmoney:
I doubt if anyone abroad will want to call you on a Normal phone call because honestly that's expensive . So I don't see any fuss about it... And maybe your friend actually don't have what you asked for . You probably don't know if he had some bills to pay etc