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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:45am On May 23, 2020
obowunmi:


Get married and move to Canada.
Thank you Sir. Do you have a reason why you emphasised on getting married before migrating because I am not in a relationship presently? I also do not think I can get married that soon before leaving.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:47am On May 23, 2020
Mawex:
Now if I say choose between HELL or PARADISE, which one will you go for definitely nobody need to tell you to go for PARADISE. So my brother make a wise choice, as I dey type right now I'm just thinking of getting transport fare to CANADA because even if na TP I get to CANADA I'm sure imma leave Naija for the good of myself, my family and for the good of my unborn children and their children. May God help us all.
Amen! Thanks for your honest input. I really appreciate it. Have you made any move towards migration?
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by BigBashiru: 10:52am On May 23, 2020
NDakota:
The career dilemma...

Many years ago I was where you are now.

I took the road less traveled. I settled for a career in Nigeria.

I got a job in a Big 4. Then moved on to an FMCG, where the perks are much higher!

On education, I got chartered, and I'm finishing an MBA.

On family, I got married to my best friend from University, and I just made my first baby.

Do I regret not moving to the US to join my mom, a US citizen?

I do. Every. Single. Minute.

Why? Nigeria is a very uncertain place to stay and thrive. You could be up there in the sky today and the next week you're back on the mud. In a country of many poor people, you run the risk of becoming a victim of crime due to envy...post COVID-19 it'll get worse.

Look at you at 30. You're dithering. You're pussyfooting.

Look at me at 28. I still regret the mistake my 25 year old self made. I'm pushing daily to leave Nigeria.

I want to leave, not because I'm broke in Nigeria, but the collective poverty in this country scares me...

Most crimes committed today are more out of envy and hunger than of greed.

If you can, please run. For your SAFETY!


Its envy, hunger and greed....
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:52am On May 23, 2020
Brightgem:
Sad o! Many want to leave. Some of us want to stay and fix things in our small way.

Na still we country. But once you even begin to debate staying or leaving. Just leave. The salary structure here is just ridiculous. You have another option though. Move to a more likely well paying job, it wnt be in government tho. Ur skills might be needed in multinationals etc. who pay way better. Or you move to a different career path entirely. The government jobs hold no awe for me, no growth everything dull and slow.

For some of us, we no dey even reason am. Every one can't leave afterall.
The bitter truth is that for except for some specialised agencies of government, the core civil service creates room for dearth of career, complacency and mediocrity. The problem with switching to MNCs or private organisations is that my current work experience is in conflict with my discipline. There is so much redundancy in the civil service and sometimes, no clear job description. I will consider your submission too ma'am. Thank you.

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:53am On May 23, 2020
emmylight4u:
Read ur write up...I can relate.

Kindly apply for study leave for a year or 2.

Move to Canada asap.

Make sure u study the environment if things dont work out well u still fall back to Nigeria with your job secured.

Thank me later
Thank you soooooo much. Just like someone earlier advised too. I am opting for this exact option. Thanks again
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:56am On May 23, 2020
jaxxy:


For a science career and an intellectual I think ure wasting ur time in our present federal service systems it's not they way our father enjoyed it.

Study the scenario of ure best or dream career path In the service and how long it will take and do a cross check with how long it will take u to settle Down fully in Canada. I think canada present more opportunities for u mate. Don’t let the Nigerian System frustrate u. Good luck
Thank you very much. Coincidentally, I was chatting with my MSc supervisor last week, a PhD holder with over 7 years post-phD experience. He is also planning to relocate to Canada. We have been working together in the past weeks to submit a couple of research work for publications in international journals as a way of boosting our academic profiles.

I can relate with what you have said. Thank you very much

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 10:59am On May 23, 2020
Thomthom:
Bros I for like follow u ooo... I get bar for other things Na just connection to japa
Well, I no dey into travel stuff.....but if you need any guidance, I can always ask qiestions from my siblings on your behalf. Also check the travel section here on nairaland, people migrate with little or no connection even to Canada.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:00am On May 23, 2020
MasterJD:
That line 'i am academically inclined" really touched me
Dear this country will mess your academic Strength up,and the time may come when the opportunity to migrate may not be there.

Migrate Now or never

Canada currently is one of the most stabled countries economically in the world and they Don't joke with anyone who has something upstairs.

Your children won't forgive you if you fail to utilize this opportunity and tell them the story in future.

NIGERIA OUR DEAR COUNTRY,THE HEART BEAT OF AFRICA HAS NOTHING TO OFFER.FOR CORRUPTION AND NEPOTISM RULE AS KING HERE.

But Please take note of me and remember me when you will be in the Paradise.
Thank you for your submission. I really appreciate this. We can keep in touch, hoping all things work out well.

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:01am On May 23, 2020
alekside:
The 80k for level 10 with a year left for 12 weak me too. Lies too dey too much for most of these Nairaland stories.
I don't want to engage with your ignorance but do you want to see a copy of my last IPPIS payslip?

It feels funny and annoying at the same time when people think core civil servants earn so much.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by DAVE5(m): 11:01am On May 23, 2020
NDakota:
The career dilemma...

Many years ago I was where you are now.

I took the road less traveled. I settled for a career in Nigeria.

I got a job in a Big 4. Then moved on to an FMCG, where the perks are much higher!

On education, I got chartered, and I'm finishing an MBA.

On family, I got married to my best friend from University, and I just made my first baby.

Do I regret not moving to the US to join my mom, a US citizen?

I do. Every. Single. Minute.

Why? Nigeria is a very uncertain place to stay and thrive. You could be up there in the sky today and the next week you're back on the mud. In a country of many poor people, you run the risk of becoming a victim of crime due to envy...post COVID-19 it'll get worse.

Look at you at 30. You're dithering. You're pussyfooting.

Look at me at 28. I still regret the mistake my 25 year old self made. I'm pushing daily to leave Nigeria.

I want to leave, not because I'm broke in Nigeria, but the collective poverty in this country scares me...

Most crimes committed today are more out of envy and hunger than of greed.

If you can, please run. For your SAFETY!


Hmmnn, collective poverty

That is a word I needed I knew I needed

Nigeria is a scary place to live in ohh
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:04am On May 23, 2020
IMASTEX:

Canada operates a strict immigration system that favours the qualified. It is a work over with his resume.
Education: Master's
Work experience: He has (3 years).
Adaptation: He got siblings
Cash: He should have
Security:
Health:
English test:
Age: 30
He will certainly get high score to take him there within few months to 1 year.

At bolded, grin grin grin you think even the devil currently residing in Nigeria won't run off when global sufferings set in.
You are informed bro. The great advantage I have in migrating is why I am even considering the option at all......all I have to do right now is ace IELTS. Thank you

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:05am On May 23, 2020
Herbie4:
Better go and make fortune in canada and stop wasting your time for this country. Naija isnt worth it
hmmm....thank you
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by SweetCunt97(f): 11:05am On May 23, 2020
TallNigerian:
Thank you sis. Sure, you are welcome to tag along wink
Yaaaayyyy!

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:06am On May 23, 2020
DEmejioba1:
Oh my GOD see choices, when I have not earned half of his take home at the end of a month.
Pls my God answer me before it too late, clocking 37. OLOHUN mi da si oro aye mi,ki mba won ni ise to dara lowo. It's not easy, am not finding it so soft with my wife always on my neck for so many responsibilities at home. OLOHUN mi fun mi nise to ma tan isee aye mi.
I join my faith with yours.....God will make a way for you within the shortest possible time. Do not lose hope and keep believing Sir.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:06am On May 23, 2020
grin
25tolife:
yen yen yen yen yen, rubbish!
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:07am On May 23, 2020
For me the guys choice should be easy to make , that is to move to Canada, he's still quite young. I'm also. In d same dilemma unfortunately I'll be 40 this year work a federal establishment . Annual salary after tax over 12m . It's a ministry that will continue to exist as long as nigeria exists so job security is 100% even if d country is shut down for 6 months d ministry where I work will continue to pay complete salary without shaking. But I'm fed up with nigeria , u wake up and here how people still billions and u know perfectly well they won't be prosecuted, u hear how poor villagers are massacred in their sleep and u know perfectly well that no one will ever be prosecuted for the killings, you see nepotism in high places and u know that it will never end in nigeria. As we draw closer to 2023 again d whole country will be set on edge again over which region d president should come from. The cycle of uncertainty just continues. But the thought of starting all over again in canada can still be scary. So a lot of us are in the guys shoes. My prayer is that God continued to direct our steps.
Amen. Thanks for the insightful post.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by professore(m): 11:09am On May 23, 2020
NDakota:
The career dilemma...

Many years ago I was where you are now.

I took the road less traveled. I settled for a career in Nigeria.

I got a job in a Big 4. Then moved on to an FMCG, where the perks are much higher!

On education, I got chartered, and I'm finishing an MBA.

On family, I got married to my best friend from University, and I just made my first baby.

Do I regret not moving to the US to join my mom, a US citizen?

I do. Every. Single. Minute.

Why? Nigeria is a very uncertain place to stay and thrive. You could be up there in the sky today and the next week you're back on the mud. In a country of many poor people, you run the risk of becoming a victim of crime due to envy...post COVID-19 it'll get worse.

Look at you at 30. You're dithering. You're pussyfooting.

Look at me at 28. I still regret the mistake my 25 year old self made. I'm pushing daily to leave Nigeria.

I want to leave, not because I'm broke in Nigeria, but the collective poverty in this country scares me...

Most crimes committed today are more out of envy and hunger than of greed.

If you can, please run. For your SAFETY!

Perfectly said.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:12am On May 23, 2020
Xclusiveme:
See eh? U can take my position as a Glo HR specialist. I earn #300k. I really would like to migrate to Canada. U have brothers that are already there and you are still in Nigeria? People say if u have money, there's no need to migrate. See i make enough money but i still want to travel. Pls tell ur brothers to adopt me ooo. I'm only 32 and single
grin grin This so so funny. If I was earning up to 50 or 60% of your current pay, I may not have considered migrating at all.....but then, the stories my siblings always tell me about free education for the kids till are set to enter the university, welfare for the kids till they reach 18 years, free health care, great social amenities, multicultural diversity, diverse job opportunities, ability to easily pursue new careers, preference for merit etc are some of the reasons I find the offer really enticing.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:12am On May 23, 2020
osteenbush:
Migrate ASAP, don't bother contemplating.
thank you sir
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:13am On May 23, 2020
prciouschika:
Canada always my dream country... please leave this shit hole and go to where your future is secured and Mark my words your unborn kids will be forever grateful.
hmmm....thank you
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by studentofTruth: 11:14am On May 23, 2020
[quote author=deenee post=89860287][/quote]

If you know me, you would know that I'm not the type that shows off. I'm one introverted private individual. I have just one friend in my neighborhood.

I work from home and I keep my business to myself. None of my neighbors know about my business.

During the lockdown, we had a serious power outage, so I bought a bigger Gen that can carry my fridge — it's fully stocked for the lockdown. They started questioning my source of income, gossiping and spreading false rumour about me

I decided to make my business public by using my Upwork profile on my WhatsApp DP. They went and dug out how much I'm making, and since then, their bitterness knows no bounds (even +60 years old men among them) — Imagine calling Upwork fraud! None of them even considers the hard work it took to build a Top-rated status; all they look at is the earning, which, to them, means a lot but, to me, is very small that I can't even think of marriage with the income level.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:15am On May 23, 2020
Oluwaseyi00:


How much do you know about fed. Jobs
to start with?

Don't disgrace yourself here.
I just marvel at how people who have never been in the civil service will come and tag others liar.

What will I gain from reducing my salary? Shouldn't I even be ashamed of my salary as a MSc holder and a senior level civil servant?
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:15am On May 23, 2020
lanre377:
Alaye!! Abeg leave for Canada. There’s nothing in this country
Ese egbon.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:15am On May 23, 2020
oyinbo79:
Pls don't think about it,moveeeeeeeeeeee,the future is better over there than naija,I know how much I have wasted over the issue of relocating and I am still on it. Your unborn children will pray you,naija no be am ooo,noting can work again in this country, so forget about that high paying federal job,u are thing about. Thank God u have siblings that will help u out. Abeg andrew check out ooo.
thank you bro
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:17am On May 23, 2020
SpecialAgent:
Nigerians easily get scammed, just confidently post high salary without evidence & the maga go follow u like flies.


@TallNigerian start processing ur visa while also concentrating on ur job, you can decide when things work out.



By the way, unless am earning 2 mil a month, I will relocate from this country in a heartbeat when I get chance like yours. MY KIDS WILL NOT BE NIGERIANS
Thank you Baba. I have started the process.....just needed to be sure I was making the right decision.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:20am On May 23, 2020
Ukmummy:
You did not say how many yrs you've put in as a civil servant but i can advise you put in 10 yrs before moving to Canada so you can be on pension instead of wasting the yrs.
Secondly you can travel on leave of absence to see how it goes there before final resignation.
I have put in 5+ years altogther. I was employed on level 9 because of my MSc and I rose to level 10 and going to 12. I am on contributory pension, I dont think this 10 years thing still applies or you are you talking of gratuity? Thanks
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:22am On May 23, 2020
alekside:
So, you believe someone working in a federal paraststal/agency who is probably on Level 10 step 7 earns N80k monthly?
A federal parastatal using the CONSOLIDATED PUBLIC SERVICE SALARY STRUCTURE (CONPSS). We have cried severally to our management to approach the NSIWC for a new salary structure but to no avail. My organisation is even a revenue generating one to make matters even worse. But corruption at the management level is impeding her growth.
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:23am On May 23, 2020
chaloskyx:
Oga move to canada simple
thanks
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:23am On May 23, 2020
nedekid:

I had same option 17 years ago and at same age you are now. Yes I do regret not getting out of this shit hole then.
Now I am considering it cos of children even though the cold might not be good for my health.
I know someone that left 2 years ago at 54y and the man insisted he wasted his life in Nigeria all these while.
You seem to have the opportunity, don't waste it.
hmmm ...thanks for the insight Sir

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by maoolamik: 11:24am On May 23, 2020
The best option is to come to Canada bro.Trust me.It’s way better And SAFER.I’m 18 and working part time while an undergrad student and I’m still making more than many Nigerian graduates.Less toxic environment and better pay.

Let’s Do Math:Let us assume you come to Ontario Or Ottawa(two provinces) and work 80 hours weekly while earning $16/hour(Be it a dishwasher or receptionist),that adds up to about 4000 (AFTER TAXES) a month .Average rent in these two areas is about 700,averge grocery expense is 300, transport is another 150.Miscellaneous(FLEXING) is 350.That means you still and should have at least 2500 monthly savings.Convert that and that’s about 9.5 million savings annually.You fit send your mama something.And trust me,it gets better as you gain experience.


Now,it’s very important to make friends (both white and black) as you will save and gain a lot from them.Some will be driving you around,you will eat from some and this consequently saves you money.

Infact bro,if you get chick(all these white Hot chicks),they will even cook and buy you gifts.You may even save rent money.Trust me,they crave big black dick.


Some weird things you will see(putting dog in front seat and attaching dresses to them) but it’s good lol.Occasionally,you may experience indirect racism but not often.



Run to Canada bro.Even if it means leaving your family.It will bear fruits.

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Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:24am On May 23, 2020
Denique:


OP, kindly sell your spot to me if you ain't using it yet.
God bless you for your understanding!
grin I wish I could.....are you working towards migrating too?
Re: Should I Pursue Another Federal Job Or Leave For Canada? by TallNigerian: 11:26am On May 23, 2020
pacificom:
Life is not as rosy in the western countries as Nigerians oftenly believes. Many years of mass immigration has reduced the prospect of job opportunities in abroad, while top priority are given to citizens over visitors. Furthermore, you cannot directly secure classified jobs in Canada with your Nigerian qualifications, which means you have to pick your starter pack and bag additional Canadian certifications with trainings which are required by Canadian employers, otherwise you may end up settling for menial jobs which are below your qualifications.
thanks for your submission. I will consider this too.....although I am not scared of pursuing a canadian degree. All my siblings did and they are better off for it.

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