₦airaland Forum

chibertha:
I suggest you get there stay in a hotel for a day or two while you look for accommodation.

Which part of Richmond are you looking at, I know lots of Nigerians are close to hwy 6 by bellaire, or Beachnut area, it's going to be easy getting an accommodation around that area, another thing is which hospital are u using so u can have an average idea of distance from the accommodation you want to get. Richmond boring small Sha...

trinity227:
Lol �,, how does Google map directions cause accident You plug the auxiliary to the phone mic or Bluetooth... Phone is mounted on dash board... Where will the accident come from?

Nigeria authorities always making waves about things of less importance

FRSC they are mad, without Google map you would get lost in some states in the US , this are used constantly , I don't know who cursed Nigeria as a nation , very moronic sets of officials. Always thinking Backward, well having Buhari as a president can cause reverse thinking anyway.

AngelicBeing:
Here's the cane Donald Olusegun Ibrahim Eze Trump sent to all US missions, it is kept to flog dodgy visa applicants, the flogging involves but not limited to the following >>>> visa denial / outright ban and been inadmissible to the US for serious infractions / using your visa fees to drink legend stout and eat fried goat meat by my friend Donald impeachment _bound Olusegun Ibrahim Eze Trump and for serious crimes against the US, it is life ban,

Please add Galadima to sir Trump name, Olusegun Galadima Eze aka Mr gwaragwara oyawere baaaje.....you never know the side he wakes up to each day...even the frustration people for Yankee dey see for him hand Dem waan jaaa.

AngelicBeing:
Let me answer, jobs are not readily available in Nigeria, so he wants to go to the US with conference parole, he will not attend any conference, the conference has often been the smoke screen for plenty naija peeps to flee from Nigeria but the Odu don knock, so the guy go tell VO say na conference him wan go but the VO will not buy into the kulikuli lies and his visa fees will be used by (Donald impeachment _bound Olusegun Ibrahim Eze Trump) to drink legend stout, pounded yam with ogbono soup loaded with Kpomo, ogunfe, bokoto, shaki at Trumps Hotel.

Lastly, let's even assume that the VO that interviews him get drunk overnight with hangovers and mistakenly approves the visa,
immediately the Buhari pikin arrives the US, he will disappear and from there begin work under the table + iyawo parole + undocumented for several years = bye bye to Buhari and Nigeria.....

Nnnaa na waa for you oooo , this casting na waa,
Yankee country that flogs without visible Cain...

Maryam3:
Good morning. Please about this,what if the person needs medical attention while in the USA?
Like malaria or something,does that means one can't visit the hospital? Please explain more. Thanks a lot

Depends on which state you are , there are clinics around you can walk into cash payments seeing a Doctor like 50 USD per appointment and you get your prescription and go to Walmart or CVS and Walgreens , it's not as hard as that....

sharpman1:
Sorry. Wrong info. Does not apply to the case you are referring to.

Thanks for the clarification on this. Does i485 apply for adjustment of status apply to this type of case . Kindly clarify please. Or it's a different type of application entirely.

awumen:
From my experience I don't your visa will be approve since you have a pending application (i30), hopefully the gurus in the house can help with more info

While submitting his application he should have filed for Advance parole which needs to be approved it would come with his EAD as combo card, if he doesn't have that an travels he can as well kiss Yankee bye bye

emily111:
Hello good evening I hope we all had a wonderful weekend,

Please house my interview is coming up this coming week and I’m a first time applicant I have previously traveled to United Arabia emirate last year August and spent 1 month and one week please house I don’t know if this would affect my application due to the long stay in UAE it just a visit.

And also I might not use the US visa because I have a job offer from the UK which have done the medical last month and waiting for the reply on when to move to the UK I have all document to prove that and it all genuine I don’t know if I mention this at my interview it would boost my chance.

I would so much appreciate all replies to this.

Uncle seyiwest And co.

Let me give you a little advice if you would be patient enough.

1) if genuinely you have a job offer in the uk why the rush to get a US visa, because it is far easier to get a visa from uk than Nigeria.
2) you have done medical as you said thus all your plans and savings should be geared towards your relocation to the uk, this guys are psychologists they read between the lines .

Concentrate on the uk Job and pray it works out fine after working for a while in the uk then you can go on vacation in the US. the choice is yours

[quote author=Adedoyin2108 post=79913610]Major reason I avoided Dulles. Imagine counting your cash

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Anytime I hear Dulles fear always hook me same airport that returned my close friend to United States of Ikorodu...

@mumzt am so sorry I could see you sent a mail but I didn't get it, apologies for late response . Thus let me know what information needed I can respond sharply..once again accept my sincere apologies for responding late.

tamasweet1:
Hello, is anyone Chicago bound this month or next? Looking to share a good and affordable accommodation? Pls hola. Cheers

If it was Houston I have a bedroom available with sitting room

Hello everyone,been a while saying hi..justwise well-done on the continuous hard work..stay blessed bro, please inbox me wanna ask you something off the grid.

Memories, my first flight was to Kaduna for my NYSC , I could remember my mum begged me to take flight but because I wanted her to give me the cash so I could board a bus and keep the change, by force by fire we got to the airport, she gave me the exact flight fee as pocket money and bought a ticket, remember was on a flight with Daniel the bull that year, on the flight proper chanchangi airlines ,sat down with a babe going to camp with me but we had turbulence serious one I remembered the girl held on to me but I knew I gave her elbow out of fear..that marked the beginning and end of our friendship.

docadams:
What is this stress of renewal you are talking about? Getting a new passport here in Warri usually takes just a day if you come with all that is required. Renewal takes less time. If changes could been reflected at home, I see no reason why it shouldn't spread to our foreign missions.

Nigeria consulate in Atlanta is one of the worst places to go and renew your passport, it's like a racket there with only one scanning machine for biometrics..then you can imagine what one has to go thru.

EfemenaXY:
Divorce. Divorce. Divorce.

Divorce isn’t always the answer to marital problems and should never be taken lightly especially when there are children involved.

This should only ever be the last resort if all else has failed.

Besides, there’s always three sides to every story:

~ His side
~ Her side
~ The truth

Based purely on your side of the story, you need to do some serious soul searching and ask yourself why your wife changed overnight.

The first few years of marriage are the honeymoon stage. You courted this woman for 11 months. That’s quite a while to have studied her. There is no way a person can keep up the pretence for 11 long months (unless yours was a long distance relationship?). There must have been red flags. You just chose to ignore them.

Nonetheless, there HAS to be a reason why she’s suddenly turned 360^os on you. Obviously there appears to be:

1. An emotional black hole in your relationship. The ex turning up is a symptom of the underlying issues with your marriage. A woman would only turn to an ex or another man if her emotional needs aren’t being met. For example when discussing with your wife, do you seek her opinion / input or do you wave aside her views? Do you say “Thank you” to make her feel appreciated when she gives / does something you are a recipient of? What is your sex life like with her? Do you take the time to satisfy her needs? Or is it all about you, you, and you? Is life with you one endless boring routine? Or do you make efforts to spice it up?

2. Trust Issues. When a wife starts stashing away huge sums of cash in secret, it means she’s preparing a nest egg for herself and her kids without you in the picture. Most times this action arises from betrayal or if she perceives you to have betrayed her. Have you ever cheated on her? Or done something to make her feel insecure in your union?

3. Immaturity. A refusal to acknowledge one’s fault / mistake and apologise accordingly is usually down to misplaced pride and immaturity. Wisdom comes with age. How old is your wife?

For a marriage to work, both parties have to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. You have to ask yourself if there’s any part of you that wants to salvage the marriage. If you do, then you need to ask your wife if she’s still interested in the marriage too.

If the answer is “yes” from both of you, then both of you need to make the effort to save it. Start by seeking help from a neutral third party such as a marriage counsellor. Book a couple of sessions with them so you and wifey can talk through your issues.

Your problems didn’t start today. They’ve festered for over four years so you need to be patient and not expect everything to be miraculously resolved in one day. A lot of patience, perseverance, and constant communication will be needed to get your relationship back to a healthy state.

It is well.

This advice is beautiful I love it ,however from your comments you are probably a woman ,

To the op first things first my advice is move out for some days to have a clear head, no matter the advice people give you it's your problem you need to man up and face it but you can only do that when you are alive, then do a DNA to confirm the baby you have is yours to avoid stories that touch the heart.

People give excuses for different things dont let your life be a super story.

Looking at Badeh killing , a sensible person should know the Buhari govt would gain nothing killing him reason is simple this man was being investigated for embezzlement of funds meant for arms deal by the previous govt, now being investigated definitely this past done deals involves people of high calibre who might not want there names mentioned...now he is out of the way...can th govt investigate a dead man about arms deal funds diverted.

I don't even know where to start but something I have seen and know is leaving your wife and kids abroad is a dangerous game on your home, women are weak alone with the challenges of staying in the US then someone comes around as an helper from fixing cars or running errands before you know what's up they start banging your woman..if you want to relocate die once and come with your family ..have it at the back of your mind that you would struggle for some months or probably 1-2 years and be prayerful,school and you would be alright..its good to invest in Nigeria but the economy is not stable....Houston ,Maryland boyz those men are NACKSON during the cold weather...don't jeopadise your family...if you are not there you cant know what's happening.

It is indeed very sad to witness a bridge being built for over 7 years ,our leaders are the problem of the country ,in a sane country this things don't need campaign it is your basic right, all you see is diversion of traffic in better countries and bridges are being built ,no media paparazzi, Alagbole alone damaged my car to the extent it turned my SUV to towing vehicle thank God...man has moved on I wish to see development ,but everyday you just realise we are engulfed in a society with mad leaders.

Originalsly:
Most likely...illegal in the US....left Texas... soo hard in warm Texas.... but thinks it will be easier in freezing cold Canada. Returning home seems to be not an option....prefer she and her kids live like strays in a foreign land.
@topic.... she need to face charges.....that's carelessness.

Texas hard die without papers.

This is very sad, I pray the mother has the fortitude to bear the loss, it's sad trying to live a better life but facing this, alot of apartments have this pools one needs to be very careful, I also know most are fenced to prevent kids without proper supervision ...God knows best.

Turning the fat issue to national anthem.

This project while not trying to condemn it is a waste because it has no futuristic plan put in place the bridge is too narrow is there a crime in building bridges that can take 5 to 6 cars at a go or is there no plan for expansion when the cities are becoming congested.

Bitterleafsoup:
Do you know the dangers of living in a ghetto, robbery, vandelism, petty thievery worst still assaults or the ultimate. Can you raise a child in the ghetto and expect he or she not to feel the effects? If you did not grow up in that hood you are a target, talk of living with roaches and rats. You better tell the truth unless that household is making up to $50,000.00 a month it is the same struggle as 9ja, as for me life is too short to live in such conditions. If you came from a poor ghetto and moving to another one in the states you go manage I guess.

Oga which house hold do you think can make 50k monthly for yankee maybe you should show some people the way, maybe the definition of ghetto is what you are getting wrong, if you mean the projects ghetto as in ghetto forget it nigerian man cant survive there ,the truth is if you look and search very well there are good and secure apartments that guarantees security,with good schools around depending on where you are,there are states that one can stay and be able to live normal if you bring nigerian lifestyle here of laolao be ready for Prison break.

Having said that i believe grace of God matters, yes Yankee is bleeped but people survive and thrive here , get better education and get your papers right better jobs are on ground.

MIKOLOWISKA:
I de find dat tech job I no see o

Try indeed.com lots of tech jobs are there.

GetUmad:
Good points.

You didn't remind them that their conversion is BEFORE TAX . Many people think those money they are fast at converting is what you earn directly like its done in naija. After tax the person might end up earning Just around $1600.
Tax varies on number of dependants.
About the gas, its also the function of the distance between your place of residence to where you're working in addition to your vehicle fuel consumption rate. I've seen people drive more than 20 miles daily to work just to earn 11 dollars before tax. I had someone who spends well above that your figure on gas.
Car insurance not included on your list.
A single room apartment is around 800 usd in some places.
Many of us also think the kind of job they talk about in US is like that of naija where you'd claim you go to work but in reality only spend average of 3 hours daily dedicated to that actual work while remaining hours spent on frivolities. The kind of work that'd earn you that quoted figures above I assume are the "under the table" jobs and you work from the time you resume till you clock out. Only on break you have time to rest. Not like naija that you'd chat, do aproko in between, even take a stroll. Infact some people are reading this from their workplace in Nigeria right now. No chance or opportunity for that. It's a hard labor and when you even see people doing overtime they use all their might and strength to sustain just not to get into debt of recurrent bills and to have a paltry sum to save for their future.

That said, of course if you're focused and determined, regardless, there's hope for you and you'd do better especially if you're not lazy.

The problem with many people that complain is they thought it was going to be easy for them especially cos of the nature of Nigerian jobs they left back home (where all we do is just go to the office doing practically nothing and earn salary at the end of the month. Some would even call in sick, yet they receive their full pay at the end) . When they get to those western countries and see where the real non-stop work is, they cower and start lamenting. It gets worse when they feel tired and frustrated but can't call in sick or resume late cos the jobs are paid mostly on per-hour basis and you get paid only for the duration you worked.

3 gbosa for you, you have summarized everything, as for the man talking about Ghetto, Nigerians hardly live in ghettos nobody wan die we are not used to the gun shot parole, its not like naija where when one party breaks bottle the other guy fit run, YANKEE is gun to gun , you dont need to stay in the ghetto maybe in the projects people pay like $500 - 600 per month but who wants to go our and come back after hussle to see your TV and other things are gone.

As said earlier people on seeing the realities on ground starts complaining because the work hard is real and hussle is real, you are up running 24/7 and when Nigerians complain this is the same work lots of Americans do ,you have to work for your money , most importantly plan and be prayerful.

Most times it just takes a while and patience

MIKOLOWISKA:
you forgot feeding and car note and translate into Naira

Thank you for this , however feeding is dependent on who is facing the situation , you cant really place how much you spend on feeding, African food generally is expensive, meanwhile the burger and co would make you look like bread that landed in water....its not easy but as i said in my earlier post a plan must be in place, education , if an average Database administrator here earns between 70k -100 k per annum depending on your experience ,this is a 40 hrs a week job .... people forget and sometimes get lost in the reality of life once in the US but remaining focused is very important, for me Nigeria is very good to stay however there is no harm in experiencing a better life where all the functionalities of life works, good roads, better health care, and you can plan....

Bitterleafsoup:
What about car and health insurance, food and if you pay $10.00 for internet forget Youtube or even Nairaland sef. $140 gas a month? Must be a 4 cylinder and you live down the street from your job. So no outings like b-day party, baby shower, movie? How about clothes, hygiene products? What about water and even if you have free water you must go to local laundry mat. The rent you quoted is the ghetto in LA, New York, Atlanta, Chicago, Boston etc; You must live in Idaho or South Dakota with that rent amount.

Sometimes i wonder why we Nigerians always respond senselessly to some posts, if one stays in the ghetto in the US is it your ghetto, a general breakdown is what is giving instead of you to make sensible contribution , before any one leaps to go to the US a general idea is needed, the local laundry mat you cant spend 10 usd a week , if you like leave in a 20k usd house monthly thats your problem ...This is 2018 lets be wise.

Bamidele539:
if the ascertion above is CORRECT then i better have that opportunity to work in the US, but we have to consider her daily expenses with basic needs(shelter/food/clothing) doing the plus or minus, then we will see if its better or not!!

From the calculation I can help break down expenses.
730k is like 1800 usd monthly that's if she doesn't miss a day.

Rent average depending on area a bedroom can cost up to 650 -820 usd depending on location.

If you have a car gas monthly is average of 35 usd weekly.

Phone bill 40 usd if using metro line, but with Sprint it might be cheaper

Electricity fluctuates your bill can rise up to 250 usd during this mad cold cos u need heater if u don't want village people to sing he was once a good fellow for you.

Internet is extremely cheap so one can be on 10 usd unlimited monthly if using xinfinity platform.

Water rate 80 usd monthly .

With 1800 earned per month you would spend at least 1300 on utilities.

But rather than discourage people encourage them to get their papers right and have a plan, US is not for the faint hearted , everything works from light to good roads , public schools are fantastic for the kids till they enter college.
Once one has a plan in place in the US the Sky is the limit..
If one works hard and most importantly be prayerful , if you survive naija forget you would survive anywhere just know your limits and expectations.

SalamRushdie:
Looks like Nigerian army depot Zaria and not NDA

This is the Buffallo barracks I think it is called Chindit or so , the training of this soldiers no be here at all, from the gate there is a sign that says no going back .

So many die in training, I salute the beautiful lady..me personally na mammy market I go take run away...miolewaaku

ashedzi:
Yea is ok, u are good to go, with Accommodation provision in Cairo.

Thanks so much, really grateful