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What kind of things can one buy in Kano to bring back to Lagos to sell?

@bruce396

Plane tickets to and fro in July for 3weeks

Morocco
South Africa (jo'burg)


Also advice what time of the year I can get a good deal/cheapest rates.

No location, no contact details, nothing,...
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Biglittlelois:
We are saying it's terrible these days to have a live-in maid to assist at home cos of abuse, we bring in a family member, now this is the end result, some men are just tooo stupid honestly, like what in the actual fvck can we call this

Something tells me you'll be sexy as fvck

aumeehn:
Nice one, but i think stopping in Lokoja and Markudi is just a waste of time and resources since you said you want to visit the North, these places aren't considered as Northern Lands by the Northerners due to the Ebira and Igala majority in Lokoja and the Tiv Christians in Markudi. But that's just my opinion. You can travel direct to Bauchi from Lag, even though i dont reside in Bauchi i can still connect you with a friend that will get a good lodge for u and help u tour the city, Life there is basically cheap so u wont get too much headache, but Kaduna is a Big city so you will spend more Especially on Accommodation, nd transportation, likewise Kano Accommodation and food is not that expensive but transportation is a lil bit expensive but for a guy living in Lagos u can cope! I know Nothing bbout Jos i went there only once the religious crisis made me dislike the place.

Thanks.

Lokoja because of the confluence of River Niger and Benue; and also for the historical sites especially Lord Lugard residence and office.

Makurdi, because it will help break the journey (i don't like journeys that are more than 7 hours) and also so that i dont travel in the night.

To cut cost, i may start coming back to Lagos from Jos on day 5 early morning.

If I am to include Bauchi, maybe it would look like this:

Lag-Lokoja-Kaduna-Kano-Bauchi-Jos-Lagos

4 sleepovers in Lokoja, Kaduna or Kano - Bauchi and Jos

kagari:
Your budget is unrealistic especially for hotels

With hotels.ng or similar ones, i can book such hotels once I'm ready.

Emperortj93:
tit for tat

i so much like russia especially vlamidir putin.
revenge is sweet when delivered hot and spicy

This is what Nigeria should always do to South Africa on every occasion of their madness.
Imagine, sending SA's multichoice and MTN packing with a month notice or fining them an amount that would make them go bankrupt.

aumeehn:
Op if you Really want to have a Northern Experience forget about Abuja Nasarawa and Minna! Go to Bauchi and Visit Yankari Game reserve! Besides thats where you will know the real North. Next stop Enter Jos You will feel at home due the Large Christian population then Go to Kaduna a Very Liberal state that almost all the Muslim guys and girls take booz and go to strip clubs lol unlike Bauchi, Then Enter Kano the Capital of Arewa You will Yet again have another unforgettable experience visit the Zoo Cinemas and watch Kannywood Movies but get a translator! Even a Keke driver can help you, North is peaceful apart from Jos and other states that religious crisis usually occurs! Dont make the mistake of going into the Muslim territory if u are a Christian anything can happen and vise versa! My Advice op Go to Bauchi Kano Kaduna Abuja Maybe Jos! I live in the North East and its very far from The North west talk less of the South but if you can visit my state you will drink fresh cow milk daily i promise u that! Besides here is more liberal than the North West, Even the North Westerners can attest to that we flex 24/7 here no crisis no Boko haram!

Wow, thanks. I wasn't considering Bauchi until I read this. Thanks again. I will think about adding Bauchi, I still have up to July to firm it out. Are you in Bauchi?

Earlier today, after using google and the map, this is how my travel schedule looks like:-

Day 1
Lag - Lokoja = abt 9hrs= 7am-4pm= lodge
Explore Lokoja 5 - 7pm

Day 2
Explore Lokoja - 8am - 1pm
Lokoja - Kaduna - abt 5hrs - 1pm - 6pm =lodge

Day 3
Explore Kaduna, Zaria - 7am - 1pm
Zaria - Kano - 2hrs - 1pm-3pm
Explore Kano- 3-5pm
Kano - Kaduna - 2hrs- 5-7pm - lodge

Day 4
Kaduna - Jos - 5hrs - 7am - 12noon
Explore Jos - 12noon - 3pm
Jos - Makurdi - abt 5hrs - 3-8pm - lodge

Day 5
Explore Makurdi - 7-9am
Makurdi - Onitsha - abt 7hrs - 9am- 4pm - lodge
Explore Onitsha - 4-9pm

Day 6
Explore Onitsha and Asaba - 7am - 2pm
Asaba/Onitsha - Lag -6hrs - 2pm - whatever time


Low Budget Estimates
Each lodging = 3k x 5nights = 15k
Transport fares = 40k
Feeding = 2k per day x 5 = 10k
Tours n Tickets = 5k
Souvenirs + Miscl = 10k
TOTAL = N80k

Please help correct any error or say your suggestion.

Modified
I'm also looking at how to cut costs.
- I will appreciate hints on how to hitch rides at cheaper rates. (it's called Sọọlẹ in the SW).
-And also on lodgings. If I'd have co-traveler to share the amounts with.

beatcoins:
I especially want to welcome you to the North, Jos in particular. You will notice a little change in lifestyle from the southeast & southwest zones.

Here are a few tips you need to settle with before embarking on your journey.

Never be in a hurry to catch a bus. Life here is calm and easy

If you wake up 7am and get to shower, you can still catch up to any part of town before 8am

Night life is unlike in the other part of the country. 8-9pm almost the whole town people have gone home to their loved ones. 9:30pm is like 3am in remote parts of lagos. Take note.

When you enter a taxi or keke napep (marwa as is called in Lagos), greet first or if greeted, respond as you would to a neighbor

Inquire about religious divides and warnings before you wander into the wrong part of town. Especially if you are not conversant with culture of the people. Example, you can't hold hands or express love gestures with a girl wearing hijab in Kano. Its suicide.

Aboki is not an offensive word, note that it means friend. Feel free to call any northern indigine an Aboki.

Lastly, don't insult Buhari in the presence of a Hausa man they are all ignorant sheeps. Don't praise Buhari in presence of your southerners and Easterners either, they deserve better. Unless you are a Buhari supporter then I have no business talking to you in the first place.

Thank you, except for the last paragraph

What's the weather like in July? And any interesting places to visit in Jos? Cheap and safe hotels?

Actually the two is same in modern English usage

Hmnnn

Just go to GRA, isaac John Street and choose one.

Sirmuel1:
I think two thousand naira should take you to Kaduna from Nyanya (Abuja).

The price varies. Though the states are not far from each other. The main problem/stress is traveling down to the North.

Thank you.

Is this order okay?

Lokoja-Abuja-Kaduna-Kano-Jos/Nassarawa?

HajimeSaito:
In all parts, especially in the far north, like Kano, Katsina, Sokoto etc

Ok. I will like to see Kano, even if it's few hours.

Sirmuel1:
Apart from some few red flags, I think Northern states are the best in Nigeria. You can go to Abuja, Nasarawa, Jos, or Kaduna. Those are the places I know and I think they are good places to visit.

Thanks.

In what order please? Whats the fare like from each of these places to another?

HajimeSaito:
Nobody ever goes to the north for pleasure so I'm guessing this is a business trip. If it is within your power don't go. But if it is unavoidable, here are some tips.

Stay away from crowds as much as possible. Crowds are usually the first sign of Islamic mob violence. Almajiris also operate in as pickpockets in crowds.

Try to make the acquaintance of Southern non-Muslims who have spent some time in the particular neighborhood you plan on staying in.

Don't allow yourself to end up in a situation where you will be financially dependent on any of the natives.


Don't stay in a hotel or guesthouse where most of the staff don't speak English.

Finally, don't stay long and try to avoid ever going back.

Funny.

Which part of the North should I observe all these?

Well, I'm traveling for pleasure and learning. So that means i would love to have first hand experience with the culture. I suspect it would be different from the one we experience with Northerners in the South.

I need more comments on hotels and good places to visit please. Bus fares too.

Would not mind to travel with whomever is interested to join too.

I'm planning to visit the Northern part of Nigeria for the first time in July when I'll be on leave.

I want to see as many vilages/towns as possible within a week.

Im considering...

Lagos-Ilorin-Lokoja-Minna-Abuja-Kaduna-Kano-Jos-Gboko/Makurdi-Lagos

Please advise me in what order and also suggest cheap and safe guest houses or hotels. And if you ply this route regularly, how much should one budget? Any danger or warning. Are there any must-visits? What to expect?

I only want to travel to educate myself on the other parts of this country I have never been to.



MODIFIED (27th March 2019)

Couldn't go last year. I went to Badagry instead.

This year I'm traveling to Kano from Lagos via train.

Then from Kano - Kaduna - Abuja - Minna - Ilorin - Lagos by vehicles . Will take train again from Kaduna to Abuja.

Going from first weekend of April till Easter. Will stay at least 2 nights in each city.

If you willing to join in, indicate by replying this post. We will eventually talk on WhatsApp.

You can decide to join me in the train from Lagos to Kano only. And then go back to Lagos.

Or meet up in Kano, Kaduna, Abuja, Minna or Ilorin if you are there to your or hangout.

Male or female.
Everyone will be responsible for their expenses, 100%.
It's only accommodation we can share, but not a must.

Never use Jumia Pay.

Never pay any vendor before delivery of the product, not even for delivery, never!

I prefer Jiji and OLX (personal level tinz). Maybe Konga too but their app aint working again.

Ugosample:
The money should have reflected by now.
go back and check

Thank you. It has.
I like the the app more.

HRHQueenPhil:
am confident a sweet gal will change ur mind, besides u are more experienced now, congrats in advance.

Lol are you the sweet gal or you are a prophetess?

That a girl is wonderful and sweet doesn't change the hype on love and marriage. It's usually love and marriage that turn people to monsters.

Best to see another without much attached.

biacan:
Better be respectful now

Looks like an old NL moniker. Welc back

HRHQueenPhil:
u must marry dis year, enof of all dis one man trip, u need children 2 give u small headache

Marriage is overrated my dear. Been there, done that and i don't wanna have any more headache.
I like it like this

Please if you are on Stanbic Money Market Fund, explain.

I have an MMF account since Jan. I decided to use the subscription feature of the APP to increase the fund 2 days ago.

The payment was acknowledged by email but hasnt reflected on my app. It's still the old balance showing.

ALSO,
Beneath the Balance, it shows the interest amount. When I am redeeming the money is it the interst and my capital that i can withdraw or the whole of my balance?

Thanks

How much? Only me

TheUpsetGirl:
Only a very fooooolish lady marries a nigerian man as a virgin.



God forbid



Nigerian man who has fuccccked up to 200 ladies n will double that number after marriage



Fuccckk your housemaid,sister,cousins,friends n may even try to fucccck your daughter(his blood daughter)

Are you upset that you are a victim? Who fuccccked you, your father? Your cousin? It's horrible I know.
Pm me let's talk.

It's so obvious sane person controls 5 monikers

Why are you opening weird topics upandan NL? I dont get