₦airaland Forum

missjekyll:
You will live long. I should probably book lodging in this peckham of a place. I hear its Lagos.

You think Peckham is Lagos ? ... wait until you go Woolwish arsenal you go Sabi say u dey ajegunle ���

missjekyll:
Apparently there is an app that shows you the location of speed cameras. it's called radarbot. got mine off play store.

Secondly, has anyone got recommendations for the best suya,point and kill,peppersoup and other nigerian delicacies in london. I cant travel so will have to treat myself in london. Thanks in advance

If you go to setting on ur phone and check the setting on you google map, it has speed camera Warning options as well as toll and other settings .... u don’t need a special app just to avoid speed camera

Adaaam:
Goodevening my NL Fam.

Please can anyone walk me through the cost of living and what to expect as a newbie in Huddersfield.

Please i know my question is a little off but i hope you guys don't mind. Any info you've got will be highly appreciated. Please. I was directed to ask my question here and I'm anticipating a favorable response.


Thank you.

My friend your question is too ambiguous..You need to be specific ...
Are you moving to Huddersfield as a student or what’s your resident status .... Ask specific questions so we can advice you accordingly...
Beware winter is coming so start preparing for the long winter �...

LagosismyHome:
We used a private test I saw posted here for £150.......however on getting to the airport. We saw the free NHS one was accepted. Many people were just bringing their phones to show the test result . Asked a couple of people and yes it was the free NHS covid test so check for the testing centre closest to who is travelling . The test result usually comes out in 24hours both for private and NHS

On getting to naija ... naija government is charging arriving passengers 51,000 naira to do another test in nigeria so hold your naira

That country no fit surprise person just for 1 second...... what’s the benefit of being a Nigerian ?

excelchips:
Hello my people, Kindly assist to clarify my issue. will schooling in any of the Russel group of schools would give a brighter chance of getting job after schooling. I have applied for an MSc in 2 UK universities though I'm still expecting their feedback but I'm being tempted to apply to Queen University Belfast being a member of Russel group of schools. However, the course fees are on the high side compared to others 2 but I'm now confused on the next step if the higher fees could justify it at the end. Though, I'm always ready for any challenge wherever I find myself but skeptical on what the future hold as regard getting job within 2 years allotted time for Post Study Work Visa.

Thank you.

My Brother *3 !!!

Choose an affordable school go do your Msc. In this country experience is more important than your degree. ..... Even people with more experience are loosing their jobs in the UK so I don’t see where Russel group of schools would take you. ..... On a personal note: my degree and masters in engineering didn’t get me a job in oil and gas after graduation. But after a year or 2 of work experience I got lucky and landed good job.....So get your Msc and build your work experience that’s your sure root up the ladder...
Good luck

OlakunmiSMELTD:
Please guys, as a new student traveling from Nigeria.

What kind of food will you suggest for me to carry?
Is palm oil allowed?

I use god name beg you.... Leave all those load for Nigeria .... Just carry money come u go see all those things buy when you come. ....
They might likely seize and destroy it...
Thank me later ....

tshoboy:
I have started using them for two months now but haven’t seen impact on my score.

My brother!
You need to build up your score if you have bad credit rating (These things take time) ... pay up all your debts or avoid late payments, pay your bills in time, use less credit from your credit cards, register yourself on the voters register..... within 3-6 months you’ll see gradual improvements. But if you’ve got a bad credit score it will remain on your record for 6yrs ....... Room was not built in a day

imback:
Thank you. She has a law degree from Naij, but hasn't been to law school yet, and it's not like she wants to practise law anyways.

So at the moment, it's sort of a clean slate for her.

My opinion is that she should find whatever job she can get at the moment but on the long run I suggest she looks into getting into teaching in primary or secondary.....reasons being that (she will get tuition free grant while she is training and a starting salary of over 25k ...
But this process can only start once she has stayed over 3yrs ...

My brother you resident street permit is not a guarantee that you can park in front of your house/flat. Any other resident can park there (first come first serve)However, you can park on any space around the street and make sure your permit is on display on your dashboard if not you’ll still chop parking ticket � .....
Also don’t stress until you ready to buy motor � as getting permit isn’t a big deal ......

Hunnybee:
Hi everyone, has anyone lived in Bury, Greater Manchester. Is it a good place for a family with teenagers? Which part(s) are good to live in and which places should be avoided? TIA

Bury is a little town and it is not very diverse(Mixed population. For a migrant with teenagers it would be tough for the kids. Spent few months there while on a work training course and discovered that majority of the people working in bury reside outside the town. On the bright side, houses are cheap as you would expect from a low income town (mostly council houses and businesses premises ...

vanitty:
Currently in Nigeria, he is going for M.sc
Hi Madam,
Please can you advice us on what’s your current location (UK or Nigeria) and what’s your husband going to study ?(B.sc/M.sc/P.hd etc)... this would help us give you the best advice ... ..

There is nothing stopping your partner from applying for you guys to come along. However Msc. has a maximum duration of 18 months. I think they have reintroduce the post study work visa which give another 2 years. The rest would depend on your finance as your won’t be eligible for public funds. Cost of living and accommodation is cheaper in Scotland. Someone else would throw more lights

vanitty:
Good day everyone, pls I need your advice .hubby got an admission to study in Scotland, is it advisable to go with the whole family and settle down.

Hi Madam,
Please can you advice us on what’s your current location (UK or Nigeria) and what’s your husband going to study ?(B.sc/M.sc/P.hd etc)... this would help us give you the best advice ... ..

Vooom:
You all should help out.

Especially those up north


Durham and North East Lincolnshire which I more economical and cool to live in as a health worker though.

I don’t live in the north but I know that health workers are currently in high demand all over the UK. ....
Also most cities up north are cheaper to live in comparison to London, Essex,Birmingham and Manchester......

Lexusgs430:
Why mention innocent mosquitoes, when the true meaning is actually in the word GIANT of Africa............

Just remove the GI, you are left with ANT......... Come back tomorrow, to conclude this lecture.......

���my chest oh

fatima04:
But this is scary, they need to mitigate the risk of naira becoming totally useless. 600 naira is alot

Naira is already useless na..... or is it until it gets to £1=#1,000 naira........
Let me not hear anybody say giant of Africa again oh...... We are the mosquitoes of Africa now if anything ��

Phenmeson:
Their's was delayed due to covid19. I was told is quicker in Ikoyi if you want to apply there. You can use the opportunity to renew Yur PVC card and vote for 2023 Presidential election. Am just suggesting

��� This guy you have killed me with laughter tonight ....... You already making preparations for 2023���

It depends on the type of car you buy. Expensive cars with expensive insurance and the rest. You have to pay congestion charge as well, fuelling cost, cost of parking you car, road tax.... etc...
If you live and work in London, you won’t need a car as there is 24/7 public transportation... I got a car when I moved out of London and started a family.
Life is too short these days therefore get whatever makes you happy. Money is meant to be spend ��

wallg123:
Thanks for your response...
I’ll call few Gps tomorrow to inquire....
My son is just a few days old I don’t know if it would be an issue ...

Thanks will look into this

marylandcakes:
The Jews are more experienced , use a certified one you”ll be alright.

Noted thanks �

LagosismyHome:
Disclaimer this over 6 years ago so I don't know if there is a more updated process.... but for me it was easy. Several Gp do it but it not under the NHS so there was a charge. I just called my gp to inquire and was told yes and had it done. Known others that had it done at their gp however not all gp offer. So you might have to call a few close to you ...at that time I didnt check or know if my gp will do it well, just called and booked and thankfully it was done well

Thanks for your response...
I’ll call few Gps tomorrow to inquire....
My son is just a few days old I don’t know if it would be an issue ...

Evening My people.... How do one go about getting my son circumcised ?. I’m not sure the NHS offer this service as I can’t get information online..... I’ve checked online and I can see a lot of Jewish people offer this service but am not sure about their credibility hence I need anyone with good information... Gracias

protonz:
Hello house!
pls help me with this case scenario!
what if my passport has a different date of birth from the one on my nursing licence would it affect my visa processing in any way ??

Please my dear don’t even think of submitting those conflicting documentations together to avoid trouble....

It’s only in Nigeria where you can have 2 dates of birth and still win election��..

gratefulme40:
Quite frankly, I didn’t escalate it when I moved it. It was a very tiny little crack or slit ( you know like making a line with a razor blade). It didn’t seem like anything to me but I realised it was extending with time and the tray felt like it was gaping hence I reported it. Now, they say it wasn’t reported in the inventory. But any case, whether it was there before I moved in or it developed after I moved it, is it the tenants responsibility to fix such problems?? I mean broken door handles, hinges, batteries and stuff I can understand but things like this surely shouldn’t be the tenant’s responsibility na.

The letting agents have to inform the landlord to repair the broken shower tray. If you decide to moved out and not renew your lease, they will have to either repair or change the tray and make it presentable before they re-let out the apartment to a new tenant.
On the other hand it’s about your comfort, so I suggest you repair it and send them a genuine invoice. They can either subtract the cost from your rents or spread it across.
(My advice is that next time don’t try to manage a problem as we always do in Nigeria) Report it with evidence so as to cover your back.

omopapa:
Apply for provisional license from DVLA website £50

Buy the official DVSA theory test kit in App Store I think it’s £4.99 and start practising for your theory test. Get familiar with all the questions on there and you are rest assured to pass it easily

Find driving instructors in ur area to start practical lessons. Most of them give discount for new drivers you can find as cheap as 3 lessons for £50

or if u have someone with a FULL license for more than 3 years and over 21years old, they can teach you provided you buy an “L” plate and stick on the car.

You don’t have to pass ur theory before u start taking lessons.

You are right. However I think it’s a waste of money taking practical driving lessons when you’ve not passed your theory. ... Also if you don’t understand the terminology in the theory booklet or app how are you suppose to enjoy ur practical driving lesson.... But if you’ve got money to waste go for it ��

justwise:
Bringing up well behaved children is not about giving them money and best gadget money can buy in place of quality time with them, its about discipline, financial education, stamping out any snip of wayward behavior at the young age before it becomes way of life.

Kids who grew up depending on bank of mum$ dad can't stand hardship, can't survive without running back to family house when the going gets tough.

This discussions is very interesting. From information Ive gathered from my partner who is a teacher most of the children who have their mums at home don’t necessarily behaved better than their counterparts from middle/ working class families. Because most time these sit at home mums have nothing to teach these kids or to help them with their homework. And most times the man of the house gives the responsibility of bringing up these children to the woman since he is the only one working. On the other hand, children from homes where both parents work sometimes need more attention from the teachers....If I was a woman I won’t want to site at home Monday to Sunday unless am taking a year on maternity..... My opinion �

Lexusgs430:
In such matters, you ask for Oga at the TOP.......

That same signet you went to, you go return go back on Tuesday, ask for Oga at the TOP (Harold)........

He gat someone for you (from 1330 hrs)...........

Thanks Oga .... I’ve gone to see (Mr Harold) and meet the other guy. Was suppose to pick him up by 5pm this evening to go and show the flat but something else came up. Forgot to collect there contact. If you can help me tell the guy not to wait for me....and if you can source the number for me that would be much appreciated. Thanks again ..

Lexusgs430:
Why cremate, then poured into the sea....... Cold go still catch you nah.......

Why not cremated, then put in an urn, then placed on the cabinet, above the fire place.........

Oga already cremation dey like hell fire oh... I need to cool off for the sea���....

nihilistjnr:
if you are here legally, it's difficult to see how you would regret your decision.
Whatever your level or qualification in life, it's highly likely that you're doing far better here than in an equivalent position in Nigeria, in financial terms, as well as quality of life metrics.

The only caveat is if you enjoyed political patronage in Nigeria, or were part of the ruling class - in what case, you wouldn't even be here.

Totally agree with your conclusion....I thought having a degree, master in engineering from a UK university would take me far in life��... I was wrong....
I went to my village where all the oil companies in Nigeria are located I could not even secure an opportunity to submit my CV.
Started up a business but it failed as the staffs where only milking me as a londonboy ���......
Only if you’ve got godfather or you are entangled in the ruling political class that you can make it there ...

tolajay:
CANDID QUESTION

Is there anyone here regretting relocating to the UK from Nigeria?

If yes, to what extent on a scale of 1-10?

Thanks

Una good morning,

Only thing I miss about Nigeria, is fresh food. But, no regrets...

I used to tell my wife to take my to Nigeria when am dead but on a second thought let then cremates me here and spread my ashes into the sea...
Aside from corruption and exploitation of poor people what else works in Nigeria ? Nothing.
No electricity, no healthcare, no security, no food, no sanitation, no transportation.......

Fynebouy:
Good morning sir/madam, I am in the UK, down South near London.

..
I’m assuming you’ve got your drivers license?.
There are loads of HSE related jobs around the SE of England that you can start applying for. But they require travelling and staying away from home sometimes. There are no flexible oil and gas jobs that I know. However there are field engineering jobs all over the place .... go into LinkedIn and Indeed.uk and search for field service engineer.... most of these companies would train u after you pass their interviews and assessment....
Regards

Fynebouy:
Hello gòod people,

Hope our weekends have been great. I have a few questions that I will appreciate your help with.

1. Is there any one here working in the health and safety sector, or HSE or oil and gas industry who can give me some tips how to get a job in that sector or industry or both?

2. I have been out of work for about 3 years (pregnancy and childcare) and looking to return to work, any advice on what to do to break in. Any remote work advice especially as I still have under 5s to care for.

Many thanks for your responses.

God bless.

Morning Madam. What country are residing ?. Nigeria or overseas ?.

Lexusgs430:
In such matters, you ask for Oga at the TOP.......

That same signet you went to, you go return go back on Tuesday, ask for Oga at the TOP (Harold)........

He gat someone for you (from 1330 hrs)...........

��� ok sir I’ll go back on Tuesday