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Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Omalicious1: 5:11pm On Jul 21, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do?

End it all?
Nah...life and purpose begins at 40. Just start afresh
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by livinbygrace: 5:18pm On Jul 21, 2025
Olachase:
I don't really know what to say

But you are making me scared because in few years time I'm stepping into my 30s

No wife
No children
I'm working but no investment 😔😔

When I was in my 25 I told myself there's still time how the time flies is what I couldn't figure out, now I'm close to 30

Funniest part the country is not even helping, and home training no fit allow person do crime
I am in my mid mid 4os and the best advise i have for you is learn Trade,Skill or travel out .If you dont want to regret your 40s and if you are not from a rich or influential family,move out of Nigeria in your 20s.
To get more exposure ,If you cant afford the top 5 countries,You can start from average countries like South Africa,Egypt or countries that dont have strict rules unlike the top 5.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by foleskay(m): 5:35pm On Jul 21, 2025
Jughead29:
Life has never been easy to even married people out there.... The question is

When will you start to raise a kid for yourself?
At 40 how stressing will it be to just start raising a child?

At 40 how more long can you keep this kids to attain good upbringing?

If at 40 nothing seems alright, what about at 50?

All this questions runs in every mind of a typical struggling man.... But in all, the bad economy and useless political leaders caused it all
Wats d big deal in a 40 years old man raising kids. Most Nigerian men in their 40s and 50s are still giving birth and raising kids.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by labake1(f): 5:41pm On Jul 21, 2025
Firebox123:
labake1 🧘
Yes my dear
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by TemporaryHansel(m): 5:55pm On Jul 21, 2025
Y'all need to stop creating this type of threads. By doing this, you're indirectly putting pressure on people in those categories.
There's no crime in being unmarried or childless at 40. There are reasons behind everything, don't judge people or make assumptions without knowing why they took certain decisions.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Kobojunkie: 5:56pm On Jul 21, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do? End it all?
End it all for what reason or purpose? The man should instead focus his mind on getting a job, developing his mind intellectually, emotionally, and socially, and working on his health at the same time. Problem solved! undecided
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Eaglesence: 5:59pm On Jul 21, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do?

End it all?
Nope, pick up right where you are.. it's never too late... I am a good example. Thank God for life, work out your salvation with fear and trembling.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by flokii: 6:09pm On Jul 21, 2025
Truth is that there are many 40 yrs and above without those things mentioned, but they are fine and living life the way they can.

You can start well, get married, have degrees, have job, have kids and all that, but one accident or carelessness of others can end it all. we've seen entire families wiped out in air and road disasters, yet life continues.

While it's good to aim towards achieving one's goals before 40yrs, let's not judge or stigmatize those who haven't 'arrived'.. it's today we know, nobody knows tomorrow.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by PapaNnamdi: 6:55pm On Jul 21, 2025
moststylish:
Nice advice,but where can one likely get hire purchase In this Nigeria?
There is Uber moove, u just need a gurantor and 50k deposit
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Berankis: 7:14pm On Jul 21, 2025
You are 40, single and no degree. But some people didn't live to see 40.
Life is in phases. Whatever phase you find yourself, if you are happy with it, good! And if not, do something about it.
For most people, life has become really competitive and a lot of people find themselves below their expectations.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Marc3500: 7:15pm On Jul 21, 2025
selleniza:
Just as a fool at forty is a fool forever. So also, no wife at forty means no wife forever.
wetin this one dey talk sef 🙄
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Topman0001(m): 7:34pm On Jul 21, 2025
You have only one problem.
The problem is that you're unemployed.
If you have a job, you'll proceed into marriage.
After marriage you'll have a child or children.
Intensify effort to get a job. Other challenges will be settled
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by selleniza: 7:54pm On Jul 21, 2025
Marc3500:
wetin this one dey talk sef 🙄
Sarcastic comment, meant to poke fun on the content of the opening post.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Exceed15: 7:55pm On Jul 21, 2025
This is beginning of a new chapter in your life. May God direct your steps .
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by ericmor: 8:08pm On Jul 21, 2025
Codes151:
na motivational speech.
Now I get
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Mandesz(m): 8:12pm On Jul 21, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do?

End it all?
U are not alone. I'll be 40 in December. Got bsc 13yrs ago but No job, no marriage, no kids, and no hope. But I don't care anymore about what people might be staying.. I'm 'hard-hearted' now. Living my life the way it is. I'll not kill myself... I'll never
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Amah70: 8:16pm On Jul 21, 2025
Herkim:
It's never too late bro , set your priority right, be focus and also apply diligency.

Pray to God Almighty who created you to give you the wisdom to excel in life.

Committing Suicide is not the solution, after all most people believe that life actually start at 40.

It's never too late to accomplish all your vision and mission on earth.

Remain blessed.
May be he hasn't heard the saying that life begins at 40.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Jughead29: 8:24pm On Jul 21, 2025
Absolutely, nothing is wrong, but you'll know when your mates are already enjoying the fruits of their labour while your kid is still in the school demanding for money when all your strength are worn out

foleskay:
Wats d big deal in a 40 years old man raising kids. Most Nigerian men in their 40s and 50s are still giving birth and raising kids.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Laird(m): 8:26pm On Jul 21, 2025
blingxx:
I’m in my late 20s and parents want to pressure me to marry ,I just Dey look them 😂😂 Nigerian parents can be so funny
Please Nigeria is hard and overpopulated enough woth poor incomes, low house affordability and high cost of feeding , accomodation and even rent niot to talk od school fees, childbirth and medical bills
Bringing children to suffer is not. A flex
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by foleskay(m): 8:30pm On Jul 21, 2025
Jughead29:
Absolutely, nothing is wrong, but you'll know when your mates are already enjoying the fruits of their labour while your kid is still in the school demanding for money when all your strength are worn out
That rubbish line is already stale. Abeg talk another. Many people who gave birth early in life are not yet enjoying the fruits of their labour . Dey whine ur brain
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by ChronicGp(m): 11:09pm On Jul 21, 2025
Peace of mind is the most expensive thing in this world
Even with all of these things & you are depressed, then what's the point?
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Jughead29: 11:11pm On Jul 21, 2025
I feel you, keep using this to stay calm

foleskay:
That rubbish line is already stale. Abeg talk another. Many people who gave birth early in life are not yet enjoying the fruits of their labour . Dey whine ur brain
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Fujiyama: 11:38pm On Jul 21, 2025
Interesting thread.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Chummynoni(m): 2:10am On Jul 22, 2025
Mandesz:
U are not alone. I'll be 40 in December. Got bsc 13yrs ago but No job, no marriage, no kids, and no hope. But I don't care anymore about what people might be staying.. I'm 'hard-hearted' now. Living my life the way it is. I'll not kill myself... I'll never
sending you hugs bro. The greatest killer of joy is letting what people say about you get into your head. I wish you breakthrough soon🙏
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Kingzjayzee: 4:18am On Jul 22, 2025
1Alex:
he should have ZeroWorries as your moniker suggests.

Then on a serious note, Life is just like a football match.

In the first half, both teams come into the game with a game plan they’ve practice: formations, strategies, key players. They play with the strength of their preparation, trying to dominate, score goals, and control the match.

But at halftime, regardless of whether they are leading, trailing, or it's a draw, both teams return to the dressing room. That’s where reflection happens. Coaches analyze the first half; what worked, what didn’t, who underperformed, where the opponents exploited their weaknesses. They restrategize. Sometimes a losing team comes out in the second half with fresh fire and completely turns the game around.

That’s exactly how life is at 40.

Your first half (youth) may not have gone according to plan; mistakes, failures, missed opportunities. but halftime (age 40) is a gift to pause, reflect, and rework your strategy. It’s not the end of the game. In fact, many great goals are scored in the second half. Champions are often made after halftime adjustments.

At 40, a man should not sit back in regret. Instead, he should see it as the second half of his life’s game; time to replan, reinvent, and relaunch. The match is far from over. Many people didn’t even score in the first half but came out blazing in the second.

Hope is not lost. The final whistle is not yet blown. There’s still time to turn the game of life around.

Just like football, it’s the full 90 minutes (and sometimes extra time) that decides the winner, not just the first half.
👏👏🤙
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Kingzjayzee: 4:20am On Jul 22, 2025
SocialJustice:
End it for what?
na that one shock me pass oo
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Geesaintagape: 5:59am On Jul 22, 2025
Any how any how just finish up ur degree and marry.
Marriage is good and life saving.
I can prove it to u
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by berbs: 6:23am On Jul 22, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do?

End it all?
You dare not end it all because so much glory awaits you once you cross that bridge. If you end it all and think you're free, what of your loved ones that are interceding for you day in, day out and know that your breakthrough is near.

Lean IT related skills or something. Don't allow those frenemies rejoice over your kpai oooo. May the universe guide you wherever you are and favor shall open those doors for you. Remember little beginnings matter too. A child first learn how to crawl before walking, then running.

Shalom. 💕
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by MartinsD12(m): 8:43am On Jul 22, 2025
ZeroWorries:
If a man finds himself in this situation, what should he do?

End it all?
It can be worrisome but why worry over something you can at least plan and do something about it's never too late infact marriage is not a yardstick for how successful a man is , we have seen world famous celebrities who are still unmarried even here in Nigeria
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by Gentlesoul2021(m): 9:57am On Jul 22, 2025
henrycloud:
It's never too late.


You are now going to have to fly for the next say 10 years, which will be pretty challenging but satisfying in the end.

1. You need God because no man can prevail by strength alone. When I say you mean God, I don't mean like the traditional ignorant Christian. You need God the way you should. So, you must get born again, drop all habitual sins and addictions, receive the Holy Spirit, commit to a structured fasting and praying schedule, grow to hear God's voice (you need it to fly), win souls, and above all, remain saved. Join a bible believing church like Living Faith, Omega Fire, Salvation Ministries, Dunamis, or Christ Embassy and take your pastor's teachings seriously.

2. Evaluate yourself. What can you do, and what qualifications do you have? Do you have a degree? What kinds of jobs can your qualifications get you in the next 7 days? (You must start somewhere, but don't stay where you start). Do you have a skill? Can you learn a skill? Which profitable skill can you learn and do perfectly?

3. Start. Start a job, start doing something with your skills, start learning. If you need a degree, you can take advantage of the current 100% scholarship offered by the University of the People and study with them to get your degree. Everything is online. In the next four years, you will graduate.

4. Check your friends and family for people who can help. Check the successful people you have helped. Check old classmates and friends. Reach out. Forget shame. All the corpses in the mortuary are strangers to each other, but they all lie naked and shameless. So laugh no matter. Reach out and ask for help, but be bold and definite in your request.

Don't be like, "Anything you have, anything you can," etc., when asked what you want. For instance, you should reply like this: Say you have a business plan, and say it. I need 3 million to start a chips business. I only have 600k. I am starting it in 3 weeks, and I have drawn the plan. With your help, God's blessing, and my hard work and commitment, I know in the next 12 months, you will be proud you helped me and changed my story.

5. Avoid women. You need to marry but you dont need it yet.

6. Plan your marriage for the next 2 years, but start saving towards it. For those 2 years, find the woman and marry her. Zip up.

7. Continue to grow nd network and develp and become a beter version of yourself.

8. In a few months, your story will change.

9. Filter your friends and drop all negative fellows.

I could have said more, but omo, e no easy to type o.

Good luck.
UofPeople is not FREE!!...
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by adeniyi65(m): 10:08am On Jul 22, 2025
1Alex:
he should have ZeroWorries as your moniker suggests.

Then on a serious note, Life is just like a football match.

In the first half, both teams come into the game with a game plan they’ve practice: formations, strategies, key players. They play with the strength of their preparation, trying to dominate, score goals, and control the match.

But at halftime, regardless of whether they are leading, trailing, or it's a draw, both teams return to the dressing room. That’s where reflection happens. Coaches analyze the first half; what worked, what didn’t, who underperformed, where the opponents exploited their weaknesses. They restrategize. Sometimes a losing team comes out in the second half with fresh fire and completely turns the game around.

That’s exactly how life is at 40.

Your first half (youth) may not have gone according to plan; mistakes, failures, missed opportunities. but halftime (age 40) is a gift to pause, reflect, and rework your strategy. It’s not the end of the game. In fact, many great goals are scored in the second half. Champions are often made after halftime adjustments.

At 40, a man should not sit back in regret. Instead, he should see it as the second half of his life’s game; time to replan, reinvent, and relaunch. The match is far from over. Many people didn’t even score in the first half but came out blazing in the second.

Hope is not lost. The final whistle is not yet blown. There’s still time to turn the game of life around.

Just like football, it’s the full 90 minutes (and sometimes extra time) that decides the winner, not just the first half.
you're one of the reasonable people I have come across on nairaland today besides pro Tinubu and Obedients. Bless you.
Re: No Job, No Marriage And No Child At 40. What Next? by adeniyi65(m): 10:26am On Jul 22, 2025
Olachase:
I don't really know what to say

But you are making me scared because in few years time I'm stepping into my 30s

No wife
No children
I'm working but no investment 😔😔

When I was in my 25 I told myself there's still time how the time flies is what I couldn't figure out, now I'm close to 30

Funniest part the country is not even helping, and home training no fit allow person do crime
I feel your pain. When I was 29 and looking forward to 30. I was so depressed 😔. 23 upward I was happy I'm aging. 29 I couldn't hold back my inner tear. I looked at my mates, many have settled down and achieve few or other things. Some that don't even have fat income have littered the ground with children. All I had that time was myself. Nothing but myself. But I determined to keep going. Even if I will lose my life trying to be better me without going illegal. I was ready for it. My mind was made of stone. I had nothing with me. It was here on nairaland I was encouraged by a trailer driver who made a thread about his life journey that made me tried to venture into it. I followed trailer for quite a year before my boss got issue with our company. I didn't let that stopped me. I still went to Lagos looking for trailer to work with. It was fruitless. Man gar nothing again and I have to run into poultry as a worker. I still found the link from nairaland. Today I'm 32 without family of my own. But all I could say is I'm more grateful. I'm now in diesel distribution and site maintenance for mobile network service in Nigeria. Savings is coming and tomorrow seems will be colorful.

It's not yet the end when we can still breathe. Just don't fill your mouth with more than you can chew at a time.
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