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@op, I have actually heard that men who relied on their wives/ appeared to be so into their wives tend to get married quicker than men who seemed nonchalant about their wives. I have heard this from older couples who have known people go through this.

In my opinion, I think your dad misses your mum so much that he wants a companion to fill the huge gap she left. I don't think you should look at it like he is trying replace your mum. From his reclusive nature, I think he will appreciate company that your brothers aren't able to give him.

Also, from the reasons you have outlined - you do sound selfish. I don't think it is an easy decision for your dad and you guys should give him all the support he needs. If you feel the timing is not right - then tell him. I am sure he will appreciate the honesty and marry his new wife at a more appropriate time.

There is something seriously wrong with Dangote having a graduate scheme for drivers. However, I think it's a good idea for people to use the job as a stepping stone - - although it's hard to see how skills acquired as a truck driver are transferable to other jobs. In any case, this again highlights the huge problem Nigeria has with regards to unemployment.

Thanks for the interest - I have found someone now.

One last thing - apart from engineering firms, most other firms I know like KPMG, PwC, investment banks, consulting firms don't really care what degree you did so don't limit yourselves to any particular sector except off course you are extremely passionate about a sector . Off the top of my head, companies that had large intakes and sponsored work permits when I was looking for graduate jobs:

1. KPMG
2. PwC
3. Deloitte
4. Deutsche Bank
5. Goldman Sachs
6. Morgan Stanley
7. JP Morgan - they have a Lagos office
8. Shell
9. Exxon Mobil
10. McKinsey - Also now have a Lagos office
11. Bain & Co
12. Ernst & Young
13. and many more

I know Nigerians at all the companies I mentioned except for many Ernst & Young and Bain & Co so don't be deterred. targetjobs.co.uk was also quite useful for job opportunities. Goodluck!

tanimola22: You and that somebody chick, if I nab both of you on the streets of Canary Wharf, you will have no choice than to share your fat salaries and bonuses with me.

How dare you earn that handsomely, huh!

T22

Hahahahaha T22, please feel free to nab me .

This is my final post on this thread but just wanted to respond to people asking me about job opportunities in the UK and encourage others job hunting. Unfortunately, I can't help people with jobs but happy to provide information on the the various sectors (when I have time) although my knowledge is somewhat limited to the sectors I know about. I do feel sorry for people graduating in these times as the job environment is VERY tough even for home students but I don't think it is impossible to get a good job if its what you want. Afterall, companies are still hiring although their intakes are probably much reduced. Also check out www.seo-london.com which helps ethnic minorities get into jobs which would have been otherwise difficult for them to get into. I know a few Nigerians that got the banking jobs through them. The sectors they focus on are investment banking, management consulting, corporate law, professional services, technology, advertising, marketing and communications. Goodluck - the road ahead is bright if you perserve. And of course, if you have opportunities to work in Nigeria - don't rule those out as opportunities are everywhere and its what you make of them that counts. All the best!

[quote author=Busy_body]Hehehe, el classico.

Way back in 2006, I clearly recall someone boasting that they and all their mates got jobs paying at least £40k per annum after graduating, now this same person is here 6 years later with a slighty twisted story claiming they couldn't get a job after graduating so had to go for further training and are now earning billions...


Hahaha, you can't make it up Nigerians and sweet mouth [/quote]Geez..its a pity people cannot read. I believe you are talking about me, be direct - address me directly. . My banking job was not my first job out of university. As at 2006, I wasn't in banking but had another graduate job. I changed jobs one year into my graduate training and my previous experience was discounted but probably gave me the extra confidence to impress at my interview considering I had interviewed twice previously at the same bank and had been rejected.

I am shocked this is even an issue - this is all readily available information. Just forget I said I work in banking and believe that graduates do earn those kind of salaries whether you want to believe or not. Many more young Nigerians will join investment banks this July and earn these salaries. I think this whole doing well in the UK is very dependant on the people you mix with and the mentality these people have as someone else has mentioned. When we were graduating, 80% of EVERYBODY I knew wanted a banking job because of the high salaries - we knew to the last digit what the potential earnings were. When someone got a banking job, there was some sort of envy because we knew what the person's salary and potential bonueses will be. Most people in my circle tried to get into banking and even though not all of them managed to break in, they were well aware of the opportunity. So I am visibly shocked that young Nigerians are not aware of all the job opportunities available to them be it in investment banking, law, consulting etc. When people limit themselves to certain jobs, how would they know what else is out there? Me, I am done trying to convince anonymous people.

My post in 2006 which indicated that salaries were between £25,000 and £37,000 which is roughly still the case I guess. The £37,000 (now £45,000) was what investment banking graduates at the time got as their base salary (excluding bonuses) which is the only figure aside from the the sign on bonus that is indicated on your employment letter. Bonuses are discretionary and depend on the bank's earnings that year and individual performance. What I said in 2006 is below and I still stand by that statement.

If as a fresh grad you can earn £37,000, imagine what you could earn with 3 years experience. But then again I understand that I might think it is the norm because everyone around me earns well. It might not be the case for everyone but I speak of my own experiences. You say plenty guys are making millions in Naija, the same way I know people that are making millions in jand and also in naija. Personally, I think this thread should be renamed to "can you earn more abroad". There is more to life than earnings and I personally think that your location CANNOT and SHOULD NOT determine your success. Anyone can earn millions at home or abroad, I have seen it firsthand so I need no convincing that I need to move back to naija before I become successful or become a millionaire.

Ok I think she needs to appeal but knowing UK universities, I know they can be very strict but I think it doesn't hurt to try. I know someone who graduated with a third class after something similar happened to him but not sure if the offer to redo the module was given. She should look at completing the module in February - the Home Office will extend her visa based on the circumstances. The tuition fee is not a hurdle - let her extend her visa first and deal with fees later. Work from now till February and save some money to offset the tuition - can you guys back at home support her with some funds too - no matter how little?

Most importantly, I don't know how things work now but when I studied your mark is restricted to 40% if you redo the module. Can your sister find out if this would be the case and if a 40% would have an impact on her still getting a 2.1?

Finally, is she able to prove that she is victim of a witch hunt by the lecturer? These things can be quite difficult to prove.

queensmith: Even with a 1st Class degree in Physics from Oxford University and parents that own a clothing factory in tottenham hale. 76k starting salary is far fetched.

and no just because I haven't seen this job before doesn't mean it's non existent. . . .it just means there is a high probability that this is all gassss and aiiiir

and yes, IB does put a hole in my argument, as does doctors and those working at clifford chance (and alot of Nigerians do!) it's still pretty far fetched. I believe someone in that pay bracket (for an entry level role) will at least hold an MBA or a PHD.

@Queensmith, if the person had an MBA - they would start as an associate not an analyst. So their starting salaries would be about £75,000 base salary, sign on bonus of £10,000 - £20,000 including a bonus of anything up to £30,000(being very conservative here lest I am accused again). I know quite a few lawyers at magic circle firms like Clifford Chance abi what do you call them and no they don't get as much in their total packages. Their base salaries are probably about the same though - what makes the bankers pay package higher is that they receive a discretionary bonus at the end of the year which most other professions don't.

Mr femi: loooool trust me this guys are not at work...monday morning for crying outloud....abegiiii....methinks they are on vacation mostly.....looooool....nywz i need a job o guys

You are right - I am on holiday and getting some much needed rest. A look at my profile suggests I have 206 posts since January 2006 so that should tell you I don't spend all my time on nairaland. Infact, I can't access nairaland from my work pc. Anyways, what kind of job are you looking for? Are you in Nigeria?

Lady Dee: Like??
Those that know the truth are bullshitting and deceiving nigerians who dont have a clue about the british 'system'
and those dont have a clue are quoting nonesense so called 'imaginary facts' about salaries and the so called opportunities in the UK...

Well I apologise if you did not like my tone but you suggested I was lying and that rubbed me the wrong way because if I recall, I was the only one quoting so I felt that was directed at me. The salaries I have quoted are easily verifiable and even someone who disagreed with me actually commented that his salary in first year was about £75,000 - I know mine was and this was at least 5 years ago so I am not pulling numbers from my head - please note that this includes bonuses. I tried not to make it personal (no point disclosing what I earned, I mean who would believe me anyway ) by providing links from reputable sites like bloomberg and reuters which summarise average earnings for an ibanker.

Lady Dee: Not sure Ive seen anyone talk sense here...
People are throwing large fictional salaries regarding pay in the UK..
Why do Nigerians enjoy deceiving themselves?

When the average Englishman is on an average of £30K per annum,

Nigerians are just something else...

Now, listen carefully so you learn something new. The UK salaries are available on the internet - there is nothing hidden. In Nigeria, most people lie about your salaries and no one can verify. I can tell you for certain that the prime minister earns £142,500 because everything is standarised (to an extent) and transparent. So if I tell you I am a lawyer with 4 - 5 years experience, you should be able to gauge my salary band. Taxation too is transparent - well except you are a contractor so you know how much the person gets after tax and NI.

Now, back to the reality. Engineering graduates will earn on average £26,000 fresh from university with oil & gas jobs being higher. Just a quick look at Exxon Mobil's website suggests thatthey will pay their graduates £35,000 plus £4,000 relocation allowance in addition to their first month's rent= £40,000+ pa. Shell graduate jobs are being advertised as £32,500 to £37,500. Accenture is advertising graduate jobs at £31,500pa + £10,000 sign on bonus = £41,500 pa. I got all these information from their respective websites. There is no hanky panky, no need to hide such info.

Now for an investment bank which is known for its ridiculously high salaries - Graduates are offered a basic salary of £45,000, sign on bonus of £5,000 to £7,000 (depending on bank), year end bonus of up to 75% of your base salary (c.£30,000 -not everybody will get this, some will get £20,000 depending on your performance). In total that is £80,000 if you include sign on bonuses- Just google investment banking analyst salaries and see for yourself. You have some forums just like this dedicated to young people in investment banking - on there they compare their salaries, bonuses. All the info is easily verifiable.

If you stay on and you get promoted to an Associate at an Investment Bank which is after 3 years of joining (again transparent system depending on who you ask), you get a £20,000 bonus that is separate from your salary and bonus. By the time you get to this level, you are easily on £75,000 basic salary and if you add everything up, they have earned more than £100,000 so 25 year olds get this sort of salaries easily.

The question to ask is how many Nigerians get these sort of jobs - NOT MANY but are there some Nigerians earning this sort of salaries - ABSOLUTELY YES.

I hope you have managed to learn a thing or two.

braveheart2012: OK, I was with you until you started pulling out IB numbers from thin air to buttress your point. Please, stop saying things you know absolutely NOTHING about. Those salaries you're throwing about are high for a reason. Very few of these careers last for very long. Some of them work INSANE hours for a few short years and they are promptly kicked out when it's time to start bringing in clients that are mostly-British. Others live and die by the trading bell; you're hot one year and the next year your books implode and you've lost millions of pounds in one day for your desk. Very few (like less than 1% of all Nigerians that work in financial services in London) make it to MD level in front-office roles. Besides, the banks don't pay this kind of money anymore! Bonuses are currently at abysmal levels and bankers are lucky to have jobs at all. I know all this because I worked in the industry for several years (yes, I made 75k GBP my first year out of uni and much more as I progressed) but I left as soon as I made Associate Director. The lifestyle is absolutely unsustainable and I and my family suffered because of the sacrifices I made for money (thankfully, I am doing very well). None of my colleagues in banking are still there. Now I am older and wish I had just accepted an engineering job out of uni like my other colleagues. The money isn't sky-high when you start but it's a much more sustainable career with long-term prospects.

Abeg madam, stop hyping-up things you know nothing about or haven't experienced for yourself. Thank you.

Ok braveheart, I happen to be an investment banker. I refused to say exactly what I do as there is no need to draw attention to myself. I am not making things up or relying on what people have told me. That is my reality - and again its not necessary to say what level I am at but salaries I quoted were those of mine and my colleagues - some junior, some senior. While the insane hours are a reality in investment banking, traders do not work long hours. If you indeed got to Associate Director level, then surely you must know this. Infact, there is a running battle between traders and investment bankers at all banks I have worked at - they wonder why ibankers spend all the time in the office for less bonuses than the traders. And if you say you were an Associate Director, you worked at a European IB because American IBs would refer to you as a Vice President. What I know is that American IBs typically pay more than European IBs so go figure.


Yes, bonuses have gone down but guess what, base salaries were increased to make up for the shortfall so before if your total pay was £80k (base)/£60k (bonus), your pay package is now likely to be £100k (base)/£40k bonus retaining the same £140k level which for me is even better because the Queen collects her 50% straight from your bonus. Case in point, associate 0's used to earn £65k previously, now its £80k and that is because they cut bonuses.

And when you say those jobs don't last for long - do you mean for you? I know lots of Nigerians at ED, VP levels. Admittedly, only 2 at MD level (one of them Aganga who wasn't even in either one of the top paying divisions) so yes some people's careers will last longer than others. If at anytime you want to see my Linkedin profile, send me a message - I have absoultely NOTHING to hide. If you couldn't stomach the hours, others might be able to. What works for you may not work for others. And that is esentially my point on this thread - that everybody's reality is different. You can not use your experiences to make generalisations.

And if anyone is stupid enough to leave their jobs in Nigeria to come and earn £500,000 per annum then abeg no be me send you . Its increasingly harder to get into IB and most times you would need to have studied here at top schools and probably put in 8 years. While this is not everyone's reality in the UK, there are people in the UK earning those salaries and they are NIGERIANS will only 1 HEAD.

Olodostein: You know you guys are so Allergic to the Truth.

You don't have the business acumen nor the mental capacity to thrive in Nigeria that is why you went to a distant land to wipe their asses in order to be elible to crumbs thrown from their tables.

I can list 1001 ways to make it Nigeria despite our infastructural short-comings but you will have to pay me for consultancy.

Weak mind ........

Poor you and people can't list 1001 ways to make it in the UK? Well personally I can tell you 1001 ways to make it in the UK and that is because in addition to my plum job, I run a very successful business in the UK. You are the lazy one who can only succeed in your own environment. People who are able to adapt to a new environment and succeed against all odds in unfamiliar territory deserve a pat on the back not the constant tearing down that is common place on this nairaland. Facebook was created by a Nigerian abi? Its only in Nigeria that people can make money? Just hear yourself!

chucky234: Are you sure you are a middle class in US or meant to say lower class
Guess you have never been close to upper class guys in Naija,you will certainly not spend another second in Yankee. Ask our politicians then you know what am talking about,don't say more trash cos we aint got no time for your sh:it

SO you mean he should go back home and become a thieving politician abi? And you guys keep wondering why the country never moves forward? You yourself are you upper class and you are in Nigeria abi? So you want him to come and join yet another group of people hoping to get appointed to some political position so they can chop their own part of the loot abi? Is that how you plan your life/your future? By aspiring to become a thieving politician? But please also enlighten us on other ways to become upper class in Nigeria without going into politics. Thanks!

Oh wow - I see the thread has been invaded. Imagine, people accusing me of lying because I say I haven't done a menial job and have a professional job. Poor man mentality - I really can't explain why else that is so hard to believe. On a good day, I would ignore this thread but I thought it was important for me to encourage people who are looking for opportunities in the UK. I have been consistent since I joined nairaland more than 5 years ago - most of my posts then were about education and job opportunities in the UK and no I am not a job consultant. I mean you don't expect me to remain stagnant because I am abroad. Back in 2006, I was just starting my career and so 6 years on, one would hope I know a few things about succeeding in the UK. Interestingly, my first job was through a nairaland hookup (strange how I even forgot about that till this thread).


As an aside, the oil sector is lucrative wherever in the world you are employed so its no surprise that there are several Nigerians employed in that sector in the diaspora who are doing well for themselves. From my limited research done on salaries in Nigeria, I understand the oil jobs are also one of the most lucrative ones. I remember years ago, people were moving back to Nigeria to work for oil companies for 7 million naira (c.£26,000) and to them it seemed like a really good offer. What is so special about a 7 million naira job - absolutely nothing and how many people in Nigeria even get to work in an oil company? I read another thread some time ago on here where people were discussing their fat salaries in oil & gas in Nigeria - saying oil money is like free money bla bla bla - on top how much? Infact, people tell me in Nigeria that fresh grads would happily take #150,000 ($1,000) monthly - this same security guards/toilet cleaners you try to put down will earn well above that in the UK and US. Its all well and good that people in Nigeria are doing well but there always seems to be this battle and they always try to convince themselves that they are better off than people in London based on their own failures or those of their relatives that are still hustling abroad.

I can't use my experiences and those of people around me to generalise but I can use them to form a valid opinion on opportunities in the UK. From my experiences, investment banking is very rewarding financially. Most people (including oyinbo people sef) around me aspired to get an investment banking job - it was like the most sought after career because of the high salaries. I mean doctors and engineers were leaving their jobs to become investment bankers because of the rewards. This meant that during the financial crisis, a lot of people I know lost their plum jobs and some had to wait a year or so before finding something as good but that is no different from the stories from Nigeria where bankers were being laid off. The ones who weren't able to get decent opportunities moved back to Nigeria. I mean, some have it good here others don't - same story in Nigeria.

I know young Nigerians (26-30) in the UK earning on average £150,000 even with the 50% tax, how many people in Nigeria earn that much at that age. I even know a few Nigerians (30-32) who are traders and investment bankers and earn c.£500,000 including their year end bonuses. These are easily researchable - make google your friend,just type average vice president salaries in trading (note that you can be a vp 6 - 8 years from graduate level so imagine a guy who finished uni at 21 which again most people around me including me did) But mind you, their profiles are always A-levels at good school, undergrad at a top uni - most of them don't even do Masters. Now is this everybody I know - NOPE. Do I have friends who are still earning £35,000 - YES.

The general job environment is very tough now and it is certainly harder to get jobs now than when I was starting my career years ago but there are several Nigerians doing exceptionally well as doctors, bankers, geologists etc in the UK. I don't claim that they make up the majority of Nigerians in the UK but if I recall, this thread was to highlight that NOT all Nigerians in the UK do menial jobs. Afterall, we know that most Nigerians live in poverty in Nigeria so to expect that this would be different in another country is just plain STUPID.

Before I am accused of making up numbers, check the links for average investment banking salaries. Some highlights:

1st year analyst (fresh out of uni) - £75,000 incl year end bonus. Base salary excl bonus is £45,000 - should we compare to GTB graduate salaries
An oil trader with 10 years in the business is likely to earn at least $1 million this year, while a neurosurgeon with similar time on the job makes less than $600,000, recruiters estimated. After a decade of deal-making, merger bankers take home about $2 million, more than 10 times what a similarly seasoned cancer researcher gets (see table below).
Careers-in-Finance reported further that vice presidents at investment banking firms, with three to six years of experience, earn salaries ranging from $350,000 to $1 million a year. Typical compensation for a vice president, including bonuses, is about $500,000 a year, according to the website. Directors earn an average of $800,000 a year, but compensation can range from $400,000 to $1.5 million a year. Managing directors typically earn more than $1 million a year, but Careers-in-Finance reported that salaries and bonuses for these positions range from $500,000 to $20 million a year.

Read more: The Average Salary for Investment Banking | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/about_7305765_average-salary-investment-banking.html#ixzz23NUctXW1
http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2011-01-13/traders-smaller-bonuses-still-top-pay-for-brain-surgeons-4-star-generals.html
http://news.reuters.efinancialcareers.co.uk/newsandviews_item/wpNewsItemId-100316

@Zechy09, Aberdeen is actually one city that Nigerians should be proud of their success there because it is hard to see a layabout in Aberdeen. Its either you are studying, just finished studying or working professionally with one of the oil & gas companies.I know a lot of Nigerians in Aberdeen do quite well - I mean even Shell etc send their Nigerian staff on cross posting and provide housing etc so I know a lot of people live comfortably there. I know people can only relate to their own experiences but it irks me when people try to generalise and make it seem like everyone in the UK is suffering when that isn't the case.

How many Nigerians coming to the UK for a better opportunity take time out to do proper research on school reputation, career prospects for particular disciplines, work permit restrictions etc. I will be shocked if a Nigerian studied Petroleum Engineering at say Imperial College and can't have their pick of jobs in Nigeria or UK. Anyways, lets hope people coming to the UK learn to plan better. I always tell people if you can't afford a decent school in the UK, just forget it and don't waste your money because you will join a million other youths who already have a distinct advantage over you - no restrictions on their residency.

@I am Fenriz, sorry I don't know about IT jobs. I do know that a lot of Nigerian guys are IT contractors and make a decent salary but I don't know what certifications are required. You can do an internet search for vancacies for IT contractors and see what their requirements are.

Interestingly I have lived in the UK for about 10 years and I have never had a menial job (thank God). I came to the UK as a student fully funded by my parents and while studying did not have a job as my parents thought it would be distracting. I never had as much money as my friends who had part time jobs or wealthy parents but I had enough and I was content. After my undergraduate degree (well more like during my final year), I probably applied for more than 50 jobs and did not get any job offer. Called home and begged my parents to allow me do a Masters - well more like fund it and they very reluctantly agreed. I believe I discovered nairaland during my masters some 6 years ago. Started my masters straight after my first degree and before I finished my masters, I had a good offer from an oil & gas firm. After some time, I moved on to financial services and steadily built my career. Speaking to my mum recently, she said "you are always lucky with these things" because all my jobs have literally landed on my lap and I thank God for the opportunities He has given me.

I think people in Nigeria are always so quick to put people abroad down for whatever reason and make comparisons to justify their own circumstances. When I compare myself to friends that moved back home, I really struggle to see how their lives are much better than mine. I have to admit though that I miss having help - driver when you are tired, maid to clean &cook after a hard day's job. But would I trade my life for the madness in Nigeria - not too sure but home is home so at some point I will look to relocate to Nigeria.

Thanks for the responses - I will start making contact now. Please note that this is a not an academic research and only one person is needed. Thanks again for the interest.

I am working on a project and due to other commitments, I can't focus completely. I am now looking for someone to do some research for me. The role would suit a young student in the UK/USA or whereever adequate internet facilities are available. The ideal candidate:

1. Should have some spare time
2. Be able to take initiative - would need to demonstrate this before they are hired
3. Be disciplined - I am not able to monitor the person directly but expect dedication to delivering on the tasks assigned
4. Ideally have an interest in media - music, magazines etc - not exactly compulsory

This role should take up a few hours a day for a week or 2 with the possibility of extending.

If you are interested, please send me a message and I will provide more details. Thanks.

This topic has been dealt with so many times under several guises on this forum. And as we were taught in university, the answer to most questions is "IT DEPENDS". It depends on:

1. What kind of job you have
2. How much your salary is
3. How many dependants you have
4. How much debt you have incurred
5. How much savings you have

Around me, I see a mixture - very rosy for some and not so rosy for the others. When I ask those it isn't rosy for why they don't move back to Nigeria, the answer is still the same - it is worse in Nigeria. Before, having some sort of foreign degree was enough to get a reasonable job offer in Nigeria. But I hear it is not the case any more, some people move back home and are still jobhunting after a year or 2.

Maybe it's just you . Education is NOT luxury! If Nigerian universities were that good, they probably wouldnt be looking to go abroad to study.

Most people will need some form of education to progress in life. An SUV is just needed for convenience.

Remember my first response was it shouldn't be a strain on my finances. Lending money to a younger relative is a NO NO for me. My relative is my Blood - I wasn't referring to my child.

So if this relative's parents could afford it, he wouldn't have needed to 'prequalify'. Why does he need to prequalify for my assistance? It's just money in the end - what would I gain from withholding it if I have it? And if I can afford it then I don't need it repaid.

If I decide to sponsor a relative, I wouldn't be expecting anything in return. I can sponsor a random person if I feel they are deserving - helping my blood shouldnt be an issue.

If they mess up the opportunity then that is their headache not mine.

If you can afford it comfortably, why not? If it will be a stretch on your finances, then it should be a NO to the relatives.

You can't even tell ones ability by their grades in Nigerian universities so you have no way of knowing if the relative will excel while studying 'abroad'.

Personally, I will give a relative the opportunity to study abroad if they are dedicated and I can afford it.

Firstly, why are your parents dictating where you should live when you are married? Your place is with your husband wherever that may be, no matter how inconvenient and irrespective of your parents' opinion. You suspect your husband of cheating and you say he has done it before. He is likely to continue doing it so ask yourself if it is something you will be able to live with. In any case, pack your bags and go live with your husband and see if you can work things out with him. Tbh, he seems to have lost interest in you if he spends only an hour and doesn't have sex often with you. But I think you should try and see if you can save your marriage by quitting your job and relocating. What have you got to lose? You can always return to your father's company if things don't work out in Lagos!

I really don't care about Linda Ikeji or RMD's brouhaha. What is most interesting to me is how this same Orikinla defended Linda Ikeji and almost pushed her down our throats on this same nairaland when she was a nobody - this was probably about 7 years ago. He claimed she was a successful model and kept telling everyone she was a virgin and he was absolutely sure about it. Now, it's RMD you want to vouch for. Look Orikinla - If at your age, you haven't learnt that you shouldn't vouch for anyone but yourself then I don't know when you'll learn.q

[quote author=Ileke-IdI]OMG!!!

How exactly is he a thief if he worked hard for his money? Lawd have mercy!!

Is he affiliated with any politician?

Is he a politician himself?

Who has he scammed?

Is he into rituals?[/quote]Okay - I had to respond to you. You don't know that RMD is a commissioner in Delta State? You don't know that he is associated with Uduaghan - the current governor. Okay, now you know.

Subscribing! Worked in IB in the UK for 5 years now but considering a move back home. Would be interesting to follow this thread. I have to say though that the pay I have heard is not very inspiring but home is home, I guess.

So sad! Been checking to see if I had received details to make a contribution to her healthcare costs. Was wondering why I hadn't received them - I guess now I know. It's funny I knew she had passed days ago as she has been on my family friend's dp on blackberry and Facebook but did not connect the two - how could I? I only knew her as perx. So many questions - why UBTH? I was skeptical when I read she had decided to go to UBTH. Oh well - at least she did it on her own terms. What a country! A young lady spent almost 2 years bedridden because of inadequate healthcare facilities. Another young life wasted.

May your soul rest in peace, Princess Egbe. May God comfort your family in this dark hour.

Hello, I would like to make a donation. How much more is needed? Thanks.

Pinky, Nigerian women give themselves attitude so there was nothing special about you that made them single you out to give attitude as you put it. So if that is the basis for this thread, then sorry you haven't got a point. I still don't understand the amount of hating some Nigerian girls go about spreading amongst themselves so trust me it had nothing to do with your nationality.  It wasn't personal so free Nigerian girls. Now if you stole a Nigerian girl's bf, then that is a different matter. Otherwise, I promise you that no one cares if you are dating Nigerian guys. I am beginning to sound like a broken record now but hope you get the point.