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Ghana is peaceful and all but Nigeria is way better. I have great friends from my short vacations in Labone and Osu, however our high brow areas will easily dust theirs.

I'm not saying this as a competition thing, but seeing that people read posts like these and fantasize about a land flowing with milk and honey, it's necessary to enlighten the thread readers.

The port Harcourt OP is even coming from is way better than a lot of places in Accra, not to talk of Lagos and Abuja. We have better infrastructure too.

As per the light, our light in Nigeria (most parts) has greatly improved and is similar now to what you will obtain in Accra (if you factor in "Dumsor" or load shedding).

If you leave Accra and head to places like Kumasi and other sub regions, then you will understand that Nigeria is light years ahead of a lot of these African countries.

In summary, Ghana is a lovely country. Only go there if you have legitimate business being there. A lot of people go to foreign countries and end up in crime due to frustrations of not being able to secure a job or find something doing. Plan well before making life changing decisions you might end up regretting.

What Nigeria need is a bit of leadership and you will see that we can only be compared to just one or two countries in Africa. If you must leave Nigeria, head only to the UK, Canada, US, Australia and maybe Germany.

africaBlogworld:
Grab your sits, Ladies and Gentlemen, usually I don't do these but for history purposes and to enlighten others who want to come to Ghana or relocate this is for you.

Follow your heart and let faith lead you. Nothing is easy but keep pushing.

Start the story and be ready to end it well.

Now let's begin the story.

How I moved from Port Harcourt to Ghana!!!

Your comments will encourage me to continue. Thanks

That picture look like that kasoa side abi na that nyamekye side?

After the Aflao Border checks were done and dusted, we started the journey inward into Ghana.

It was already dark, so I couldn’t see the beauty of the surroundings only the glow of streetlights and the occasional flicker from roadside kiosks.

We moved through Tokor to Nogokpo to Klikor to Afiadenyigba, and I kept wondering what these towns might look like in the daytime.

While we were on the move, there were several checkpoints along the road, and our pilot kept “settling” them to avoid their wrath on Nigerians.
I had always thought this was a Nigerian specialty, but apparently, it’s a West African-wide virus.
At a certain point, the pilot started cussing and fussing every checkpoint meant more money from his pocket, and his mood was boiling over.

Some of the roads were bad, and in my mind I was thinking: Is this the same Ghana people on Nairaland have been hyping?

Then came a “special” checkpoint I think it was around Sogakope at about 9:30 pm where we were asked to come down from the bus and cross on foot while the driver and our luggage remained behind for inspection.

By now, I was already tired and weary. Not because of the journey itself, but because the time was creeping towards midnight and we still hadn’t reached Tema.
I started praying quietly, “God, let this night pass me by.”

Finally, the Ghana Customs check was over. The pilot swore this was the last one. In my head, I thought, I hope so else my Port Harcourt side go come out. 😂

We rolled into the night through Kasseh, Koluedor, and Dawa. I was watching the clock like a hawk, my patience running thin.

Then, as if a spirit possessed him, the pilot remembered he could drive “Fast and Furious” style, despite the bad patches of road. Only God knows what was in my mind, but I just kept quiet.

By the time we reached Dawhenya, I could feel Accra pulling closer. My Google Maps became my emotional support app so I checked it every few minutes to watch the distance shrink.
Some naysayers in the bus confidently declared we’d get to Accra by midnight. I just smiled. Even if it’s tomorrow morning, I no go talk.

When some Ghanaian passengers started speaking Twi, I knew we had entered “their turf” which loosely translates to, “No misbehavior here, this is home now.”

As we cruised past Tema, it was mostly smooth sailing all clear, except for some “technical traffic delays” and the occasional bad road patch that reminded me we were still in West Africa.

The pilot maneuvered through them like a man on a personal mission to deliver us before the cock crowed.

Finally, at exactly 12:00 midnight, we pulled up at Accra Mall. My sigh of relief could have powered a wind turbine.

Enjoy my Ten cedis real life story? Drop that like please. Thanks

The tale of Accra mall to East legon hills loading.
To be continued…

chudez0147:
Oga be calming down. You won’t tell us when you run back to Nigeria. Lol

Up till now some Ghanaians wish to visit Nigeria and you are super excited because you traveled to Ghana by road. What would happen if you now visit South Africa? Not to worry very soon Ghanaians will start calling you kwasia

Did you run back to Nigeria?

Well everyone's take is different and I am not a runner, I fight and keep fighting.

But stop deviating. Stake your money if your a serious minded person.

If them like let them call me Mensah or waakye or shito,I will humbly accept it and keep moving. You can't stop a moving train.

Only God can do so... Chill my brother

africaBlogworld:
Passport? Done.
A door has been opened — no man can shut it.

But my spirit whispered: "Prepare fully."
So I listened.
I went for my Yellow Card — a small detail, yet in the spirit realm, it's often the small doors that hold big keys.
I had read how some were delayed, held back, stopped at the edge of their breakthrough.
That won’t be my story. Not this time.

At Port Health Facility, the process was swift — grace at work.
But my heart was heavy…
If the land flowed with true justice and vision, would I be leaving?
But destiny calls — and when it calls, you answer.

From there, I journeyed to Waterlines Park.
If you know that place, you know it’s a place of transition.
A place where the old ends… and the road ahead begins.
I booked a one-way ride to Lagos.
No turning back.
No fear.
No doubt.
He that began this good work in me is faithful to complete it.

I boarded YSG — greeted by calm faces, a peaceful bus.
Even in motion, I felt covered.
God goes before me.

This journey is spiritual.
Stay tuned. There’s more to unfold.

Glory I am already feeling it in my bones oh!

Konjiboii:
That picture look like that kasoa side abi na that nyamekye side?

Around Adenta

africaBlogworld:
Around Adenta

You see my point. Adenta is even like outskirts Accra and very close to Madina. When you guys get excited to leave Nigeria for places like that, I'm really curious to know what the motivating factor is.

I once was accompanied by my Ghanaian colleagues to that phone market and I saw Nigerians selling phone cases. Now did they need to leave Nigeria to go sell phone cases outside?

On that haatso kwabenya road, I once saw people using head pans to do a road construction, like head pans? In this time and age. Anyways, everyone is entitled to finding their life's path. Enjoy

Truly, we sometimes never seem to value what we have.

Fajimarketplace:
You see my point. Adenta is even like outskirts Accra and very close to Madina. When you guys get excited to leave Nigeria for places like that, I'm really curious to know what the motivating factor is.

I once was accompanied by my Ghanaian colleagues to that phone market and I saw Nigerians selling phone cases. Now did they need to leave Nigeria to go sell phone cases outside?

On that haatso kwabenya road, I once saw people using head pans to do a road construction, like head pans? In this time and age. Anyways, everyone is entitled to finding their life's path. Enjoy

Truly, we sometimes never seem to value what we have.

Just be calming down okay... 1 cedis= 145 naira. Let go of the need to tell people what choices they have to make my brother.

Nigeria is good, Ghana is good... Everything is in your perspective.

There is no excitement here just God....
God moved Abraham from his father's land, God moved Joseph, God also moved Paul.

The motivation is God

My brother are you God that you know all.

africaBlogworld:
Before I continue my Real life story, I want to share some real life lessons learned so far from my journey from Port Harcourt to Lagos.

Here are some key lessons that stand out from my journey so far:

This could help anyone who wants to travel to Ghana by road.

1. Preparation Prevents Delay
Lesson: In life, don’t just prepare, overprepare. Small details can make or break a journey.

2. No Matter How Early You Start, Life Has Its Own Timing

Lesson: Learn patience and adaptability. Control what you can, trust God for the rest.

3. Resourcefulness is a Survival Skill

Lesson: When the road closes, look for the footpath.

4. Human Connections Matter

Lesson: Treat people well because help can come from unexpected places.

5. Respect Local Realities

Lesson: Sometimes, blending in and flowing with the environment is the safest way forward.

6.Cheap Can Be Costly

Choosing Chisco over YSG saved me money but cost my time, comfort, and energy.

Lesson: The cheapest option may not be the best option . Weigh cost against convenience and reliability.

7. Gratitude in Every Condition

Lesson: A thankful heart turns discomfort into a testimony.


Please more likes will motivate me and encourage me to continue. The story is long and more tales to come. Stay tuned....

My God bro, you dey burst my head, na PH guy go school like this? Well done baba!

OP is a good writer. His mission in life is already cut out for him. I hope he doesn't hide his "light" under a "bushel'.

iampeterben:
My God bro, you dey burst my head, na PH guy go school like this? Well done baba!

God bless us all

Fajimarketplace:
Ghana is peaceful and all but Nigeria is way better. I have great friends from my short vacations in Labone and Osu, however our high brow areas will easily dust theirs.

I'm not saying this as a competition thing, but seeing that people read posts like these and fantasize about a land flowing with milk and honey, it's necessary to enlighten the thread readers.

The port Harcourt OP is even coming from is way better than a lot of places in Accra, not to talk of Lagos and Abuja. We have better infrastructure too.

As per the light, our light in Nigeria (most parts) has greatly improved and is similar now to what you will obtain in Accra (if you factor in "Dumsor" or load shedding).

If you leave Accra and head to places like Kumasi and other sub regions, then you will understand that Nigeria is light years ahead of a lot of these African countries.

In summary, Ghana is a lovely country. Only go there if you have legitimate business being there. A lot of people go to foreign countries and end up in crime due to frustrations of not being able to secure a job or find something doing. Plan well before making life changing decisions you might end up regretting.

What Nigeria need is a bit of leadership and you will see that we can only be compared to just one or two countries in Africa. If you must leave Nigeria, head only to the UK, Canada, US, Australia and maybe Germany.

God can change your story from any where. He blesses his children even in places you don't think possible. Stop believing in yourself and believe in God.

africaBlogworld:
Contrary to social media news, Ghana is peaceful and Nigerians here are good except those who indulge in nefarious activities thereby tainting our image

If you have the funds to finance it, sure why not give it a go.
Am rooting for you

My experience in Ghana was a bittersweet one, Yes. The country is slow paced compared to Lagos , since you are leaving from PH which is a slow pace state than Lagos, you wouldn’t feel the change as much. I schooled in Ghana and had two nasty experiences that I have never even experienced in Nigeria. First experience was the hostel I stayed being burgled by machete wielding Ghanaians , they ranksacked every single room and cut a couple of Nigerians who tried to overwhelm them, second experience I had was at a beach before you get to Bojo beach, I was on a date and two miscreants came with broken bottles and robbed us clean, when I reported to the authorities they where toying with me that I had to let it go.
Ghana is a chill country with somewhat constant light and thick booty babes that will unleash the primal beast in you. If you have money you will love it

chudez0147:
What has the light done for them ?? Don’t just stay in Accra, try visit other regions.

I will with time, Thanks for the advice

Konjiboii:
My experience in Ghana was a bittersweet one, Yes. The country is slow paced compared to Lagos , since you are leaving from PH which is a slow pace state than Lagos, you wouldn’t feel the change as much. I schooled in Ghana and had two nasty experiences that I have never even experienced in Nigeria. First experience was the hostel I stayed being burgled by machete wielding Ghanaians , they ranksacked every single room and cut a couple of Nigerians who tried to overwhelm them, second experience I had was at a beach before you get to Bojo beach, I was on a date and two miscreants came with broken bottles and robbed us clean, when I reported to the authorities they where toying with me that I had to let it go.
Ghana is a chill country with somewhat constant light and thick booty babes that will unleash the primal beast in you. If you have money you will love it

Glad to hear this.

Well written OP, well done and I wish you all the best in GH. Welcome indeed to the land of gold.

africaBlogworld:
Just be calming down okay... 1 cedis= 145 naira. Let go of the need to tell people what choices they have to make my brother.

Nigeria is good, Ghana is good... Everything is in your perspective.

There is no excitement here just God....
God moved Abraham from his father's and, God moved Joseph, God also moved Paul.

The motivation is God

My brother are you God that you know all.

I read your Oddesey and appreciate your open minded response to the guy above.
I am equally a Port Harcourt Boy and yet to explore newer grounds away from home.
Nonetheless, I wish you the best in Ghana

africaBlogworld:
One of the biggest lessons that hit me on this journey?
Even when you hurry, destiny has its own timing.

Despite our early departure, we got caught in the lockdown at Ojodu Berger.
We could see Lagos the city was right in front of us but the border was sealed.
Police had already locked it down because of the elections.
There were vehicles ahead of us, everyone restless.
Some were cussing.
Some tried to squeeze their way in.
Then a warning shot pierced the air.

At that moment, I knew it was serious.

But as a Port Harcourt guy man, hearing a gunshot didn’t faze me. I jumped down from the bus and started asking questions.
Went straight to the frontline to see with my own eyes whether it was Temu or Alibaba we were dealing with 😂.
Don’t mind me.

I quickly made arrangements with the bus boy to carry my box to a nearby park.
I believed if I could just cross the border on foot, I'd find a vehicle or bike to take me to Mile 2.
I’d heard those “last-minute Lagos bikes” in the news this was my chance to meet one.

So I began trekking into Lagos.

Omoh...
No vehicle.
No bike.
Only sun, dust, and aching legs.

I considered going back.
But when I looked behind me, I’d come too far.
And when I looked ahead, all I saw was more Lagos.
To make it worse, my phone went off Google Map gone.

But life has a way of sending angels in human form.
While heading towards Ikeja, I met a good Samaritan who offered not just his company, but a power bank too.
At that point, it felt surreal but it was exactly what I needed:
A moment of hope,
A little motivation,
A reason to keep going.

Just when I was ready to give up the trek, that last-minute Lagos bike appeared.
It had a passenger already, and the price wasn’t smiling but I didn’t have any options.
I hopped on.

And with the wind on my face and hope in my chest, we zoomed off...

Heading to Mile 2. On the road to Maza Maza.

Stay tuned.

Drop a like to motivate this real-life tale of grit, grace, and Godspeed.

Hmnnn...you hopped on a bike, where did you put your luggage? Lol ...or you're entering Ghana with just a back pack?

First of all this journey wouldn't have been made possible if not for God, so I dedicate it to God Almighty who found me worthy .

Man is not God, God uprooted Abraham, God uprooted Joseph, God uprooted Paul. God uprooted the Israelites

Believe in God and see him do wonders

Before I continue, I just want to share few lessons along the line from my journey from Lagos to Accra.


1. Be patient – Delays are part of the journey, not the end of it.

2. Stay flexible – Adjusting your plans can still lead you to your destination.

3. Value people skills – Kindness and connection open doors.

4. Appreciate provision – God’s supply may not always be comfortable, but it’s enough.

5. Show honor – Respect attracts uncommon favor.

6. Learn by observing – Other people’s order can inspire change in you.

7. Endure with gratitude – The longer the road, the sweeter the arrival.

8. Keep your joy – Humor is fuel for the journey.

All criticisms are welcome. 🙏🏿

blackslayer:
Hmnnn...you hopped on a bike, where did you put your luggage? Lol ...or you're entering Ghana with just a back pack?

I had made arrangements with the luxurious bus motor boy to help bring my box to the park safe and I gave him small egunje( very important) 😁

Then I entered bike with my school bag that had the important igodomigodos I needed.

iampeterben:
Well written OP, well done and I wish you all the best in GH. Welcome indeed to the land of gold.

So mote it be. Peace profound 🙏🏿

pocohantas:
I'll love to go to Ghana by road.
I want to experience their food.🥰

[color=royalblue] Everytime, food [/color]

Pharmjossy:
I read your Oddesey and appreciate your open minded response to the guy above.
I am equally a Port Harcourt Boy and yet to explore newer grounds away from home.
Nonetheless, I wish you the best in Ghana

I am Open Mindeu like Hongdae guy😁😁😁

God bless us all, So mote it be.

Peace profound 🙏🏿

africaBlogworld:
Contrary to social media news, Ghana is peaceful and Nigerians here are good except those who indulge in nefarious activities thereby tainting our image

If you have the funds to finance it, sure why not give it a go.
Am rooting for you

How about farming in Ghana? Fulani herdsmen dey use people eyes see shege for Nigeria. Are there possibilities of getting good farm land in rural areas in Ghana to farm?

dalitigator:
How about farming in Ghana? Fulani herdsmen dey use people eyes see shege for Nigeria. Are there possibilities of getting good farm land in rural areas in Ghana to farm?

For me, my sector evolves around ICT, tech services and support and security.

But there are land even in Accra that you can do farming but you have to go about it legitimately.

africaBlogworld:
Did you run back to Nigeria?

Well everyone's take is different and I am not a runner, I fight and keep fighting.

But stop deviating. Stake your money if your a serious minded person.

If them like let them call me Mensah or waakye or shito,I will humbly accept it and keep moving. You can't stop a moving train.

Only God can do so... Chill my brother

You’re not a runner, you’re a fighter, yet you ran from Nigeria. Lol

I didn’t run. Am just starting the obvious

I wish you well bro.

africaBlogworld:
For me, my sector evolves around ICT, tech services and support and security.

But there are land even in Accra that you can do farming but you have to go about it legitimately.

Normal. Thanks. And surprisingly, nor herds men wahala, right?

chudez0147:
You’re not a runner, you’re a fighter, yet you ran from Nigeria. Lol

I didn’t run. Am just starting the obvious

I wish you well bro.

When you came to comment I thought it was with good Intentions, but no, You came here at first to berate my sister while staking a meagre sum of 200 cedis now you want to act like you wish us well.

If it really comes from your heart then I wish you well too.

We could have learnt from each other but you decided to sound petty.

You wanted to show me that your truly one of those people we read about on Nairaland.

dalitigator:
Normal. Thanks. And surprisingly, nor herds men wahala, right?

Ever since I settled here I haven't heard it or seen such.
Maybe they exist somewhere else someone can help us to confirm, but for Accra that's not the case

Blesssings

africaBlogworld:
When you came to comment I thought it was with good Intentions, but no, You came here at first to berate my sister while staking a meagre sum of 200 cedis now you want to act like you wish us well.

If it really comes from your heart then I wish you well too.

We could have learnt from each other but you decided to sound petty.

You wanted to show me that your truly one of those people we read about on Nairaland.

You’re still talking about your sister? Dat one pain you O!. Do you even know madina? Lol or maybe you’re wondering how I got to know about your sister. Lol

Please come back here to tell us when you finally run back to Nigeria because I know you must do so. Lol

I sincerely wish you well my guy.