₦airaland Forum

londoner:
That's really good. You'll also inspire someone else so please document your journey. We all need to see it.

londoner:
As you realise the culture is in the village and not really the city so you DEFINITELY need to go with someone who will take you because generally, the village is ancestral. You need a bring in.

You sound kind of like Dynast you know.

londoner:
You are likely to come across a wider variety of Nigerians from many tribes in either Lagos or Abuja though. Property prices depend on the type of area you are in though.

londoner:
What a beautiful journey you are on. It's good to come home to your roots but the whole continent is yours and I generally see Haitian people as African because you really kept a lot of the culture. If you visit Lagos maybe go with someone you know personally or people that have money because sadly so many people are desperate. You'll enjoy Lagos but not unless you know people that know the good spots. Depending on when you travel, Calabar is also nice but my favourite place in Nigeria is Abuja, hands down. I travel there alone and I'm a woman with no family there. If you go to Abuja I can give you a list of places to visit and the safe areas to stay in for you. Admittedly it's not as lively or crowded as Lagos though. You will for sure enjoy Lagos but you will appreciate Abuja.
I'm really proud of you for what you are doing.

Ejadike:
It's good you've expressed your interest to visit this country. I am currently based in Lagos and I work with a financial institution. I could show you around if you wish. Ask for my number if you think you need me to show you around. Stay safe G.

btins001:
Sure, it might've not been your intention...it's usually subjective. You descendants of slaves(and non) generally think condescendingly, albeit subjectively. I've seen videos on Search for Uhuru in which a lady implies: "because we're coming from America, we ought to teach them or lead them..."

Let's be clear here: if you guys a running away from a sinking system, don't presume to think you should raise it here( I know that's pretty much all you people know--that system)!

Keep in mind Nigerians are well travelled people and excel pretty much globally. We're well aware that it's not all rosy in America. So, anyone that thinks they've got teaching/leading rights over us simply because they're from America, is dreaming! (the aforementioned is not directed at OP) We won't be "taught" as the video suggested. At any rate, if there's going to be any "development" of the continent and its people, it's most certainly going to be championed by locals first, and not going to be on the back drop of a sinking system!

Now that's out the way, welcome, man!

mrphysics:
You might consider ignoring responses which does not help what you are looking for.

Having read your requirements and needs, I would strongly advise you visit Abuja. You can easily blend into the Nigerian lifestyle faster starting from Abuja when compared to Lagos. Even Nigerians are told to shine their eyes when visiting Lagos the first time let alone foreigners. And the good thing is, you can easily visit Lagos from Abuja at cost less than $100 anytime you wish.

A budget of $4000 can give you a decent accommodation in a place you can be sure of 20 hours of power in Abuja City. Abuja is the capital of Nigeria and has good planning and setting compared to Lagos.

One thing that stands out from the comments above is the fact you need to be very careful. Immediately you step into Nigeria, create an account with a bank, do not move around with cash.

This is the reason I strongly recommend you start from Abuja. At least you will have a fairer experience of Nigeria than you would with Lagos. Remember, $20k is like about N7m.

Wishing you the best in Nigeria.

I want to end this by telling you to be careful and very careful.

Originalsly:
Bro....before I can arrange my comments..... modify your post...delete that $20K.... and the money factor. You will attract the wrong people and put your life in jeopardy....just trying to keep it real. Be low profile.

It's very nice to spend your time and share your skills in Africa period ... help your own people instead of running to Europe or somewhere else like sooo many of us do and see it as an achievement. Hatian?....doesn't matter.... after all... you are an African

No matter where you come from... as long as you're a Black Man you're an African...no mind your nationality... you've got the identity of an African.

Aleora:
Everybody trying to help,Just be careful......safe trip

Mizwisdom:
Do you think there are no places that enjoy 20hrs light in Lagos? if it's light issue then Osun state should be top on his list

Lexusgs430:
Rule of thumb - : Assume everyone you encounter. wants to swindle you ........... (no matter how innocent or sincere they look, or how many times they swear using God, their parents, grandparents, children) etc etc etc..........

btins001:
Is your US apartment less than 2 years old?!

Your condescension won't take you far mtcheww!!!

Ugosample:
that's a Good move....


I'll suggest you settle in Lagos

BUT

I have to ask

is this gonna be a temporary move or a long term move?

famouscargo4u:
Welcome to Africa. Lagos is the best place to be. Mind you, houses are not as expensive as you thought it is. Please, don't use Olx to find house. You can easily get one when you get here. Just stay in a low cost hotel for some time upon arrival and get a decent mini flat (under 1m)thereafter. You would live the beaches and night life in Lagos.