THINGS PEOPLE DON'T TELL YOU BEFORE YOU MOVE TO NIGERIA | LOST IN LAGOS

[@danceswithrats]

Never mix money and friendship . 98% of the time you never get it back. Specially if they are close friends.

[@asafaust6774]

Make sure you are not sacrificing money that you may not get back. When people hide from you, and don't bother to explain why they cannot pay you back, they are actually hurting themselves. There is a good chance that they will need help again. Burning your bridges is always a bad thing to do.

[@kdot.]

same about the pregnancy, my mom was pregnant with my lil sis I didn't even know about it the whole time. all I could remember was seeing a new baby when i got back home, like where did that come from made me feel babies were bought. (PS I'm Nigerian and this was decades ago).

[@bimpelobster710]

😂 I had a similar experience and I'm Nigerian too.

[@thiery572]

Wow, how can that happen?

[@isolatemitope5785]

Me tooo, I just thought she had a big belly 🤣🤣🤣🤣, I suddenly came back from school and I saw this big ass baby yelling his lungs out and she was like meet your new bro🤣🤣🤣

[@isolatemitope5785]

Caramel Cupcake in my case my mom was and still is fat, so for a 5 year old it just looks normal, my mom always had a big belly and when she was pregnant it was not really obvious

[@lunsiondaddyhomeboy570]

@@thiery572 good qustion

[@BUTTAPECANKISSES4U]

Just finding this video as an American married to a Nigerian...gurl I needed this last year lol

[@sierriaNicole]

Your so funny I was think the same thing !

[@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593]

😂😂😂

[@blckprnz261]

Africans generally are very private about travelling dates not only Nigerians. I guess it is a superstitious thing :)

[@bokani14ify]

Really? Africa is a continent. Where I am from people share their traveling dates.

[@blckprnz261]

Veronica you are right, it is a continent. The point I was trying to make is that it is common for most people living in west africa not to tell their travelling dates. This may not apply to your country I can understand that. I am originally from Sierra Leone in West Africa. I also happen to have relatives in Guinea and Liberia. Growing up I noticed that my people were not telling their travel dates unless to people they know and trust.

[@bokani14ify]

@@blckprnz261 ohh I see. I know nothing about West Africa. Where I am from (some place in SADC) people advertise their traveling dates. Though i will not talk for everyone because even within the same country beliefs differ from place to place.

[@HighMaintenanceMinimalist]

Not only that, as a Nigerian, I can attest to the fact that if people know you're travelling, they WILL request you carry a suitcase for them.

[@fullcharge8766]

Same too with Jamaicans lol

[@itsyourgirltee3754]

Girl I am South African and i am Xhosa and all of the things that you mentioned also apply. It is definitely an African thing sis🤣especially the Pregnancy and travelling part. Really looking to move to Lagos next year for work. Cant wait ❤

[@tracyreadytv]

I might be Nigerian because my grandma didnt ever want to share ANY-THING!!! For the same reasons, "just in case someone doesn't wish you well." GEEEZ, that's exhausting.

[@nataviamorris3468]

My husband is Nigerian and we moved here and I have had some of these concerns. Especially the eyebrow situation I have a hard time telling them no without them getting offended not to mention I like my skin tone and a lot of artist try to give me foundation that is two shades lighter.

[@tombimashri8149]

I can testify nigerian hairdressers, eyebrow shaping etc do need to learn customer care, most times they will not listen to whst the customer requested they just do whstever nd if open your mouth they become aggresive. I witnessed it when zi accompanied my cousin who lives in UK. I advised her to source out better saloons those who value their customers.

[@Chosenones572]

My family is Jamaican and they are the exact same way. Private and secretive about everything. I'm like u, I talk about everything and I love being very social lol. U are a very beautiful lady by the way. I'm subscribing. God bless

[@Chosenones572]

Oh my God. The more u go on, the more this relates. Sometimes in Jamaica it's the same way when it comes to 💰 💰 💰

[@akachidavid8577]

Aisha Hi Aisha can I get any of your social media account name?

[@wajihasiddiqui7377]

@@akachidavid8577 i wanna know somwthing??

[@kumsinnasadi6051]

They're private about their own but nosey about other people's

[@irenepearse430]

You are right, l had a friend told her everything l think was private to me, then it’s her turn , she did not say a word, l stopped being her friend,

[@adorafaye5886]

So true, girl. I’m a Naija girl, living in the Diaspora. My mother used to tell me that you DO NOT lend money to a friend. Just tell him/her no, the first and second time, and there won’t be a third time. They will call you stingy behind your back but you will earn their friendship and respect. In the other hand, if they ask for 100 and you give them 20, don’t ask for payback. Send them to look elsewhere, then you keep the friendship, and they will never ask next time. You keep that relationship also. So be smart!

[@odionangela1309]

Planing on moving back To Naija to invest in Agriculture

[@golddigger7858]

Don't tell anyone JIC.. 😂

[@SimiMode]

Me too. Why don't you get in touch?

[@fatherpstudio2300]

Me tooo, but already had a farm there..

[@user-vd5qs9gw4q]

Odion Angela me too

[@TheKingofHowTos_TKHT]

AS A TALENTED BUILDER HERE IN THE states, BUT ORIGINALLY OMO NAIJA, I AM PLANNING TO JOIN THE EXODUS TO NAIJA TO INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY AND BETTER INFRASTRUCTURE, AND TO BUILD, BUILD, BUILD, AND TO CREATE JOBS, JOBS, JOBS - AMEN!

[@47TriPle]

I like your video. But one vital point most of you Vloggers in this niche fail to pass to your audience is : Nigeria is like an entire continent with so much difference in lifestyle with respect to region, state, class.. e.t.c unlike most other large countries of the world with relatively minor difference. So while most of your opinions in this video may be valid for Lagos, they may not be for other regions or category of Nigerians.

[@Afrocurlitan]

That is a great point. Nigeria is a very diverse country and some of the things I highlighted do apply specifically to Lagos. I will do a better job of being more clear next time. I really appreciate your feedback. 😀

[@J.Shabazz]

Keep it up people like myself who never been to the motherland are low-key watching you. Thanks so much keep them coming

[@owenheartomoregiedestiny446]

@macmanhot100 not true friend Nigeria gat more beautiful cities they don't show case in media

[@owenheartomoregiedestiny446]

@macmanhot100 help ur self out and take a trip to every state in Nigeria

[@owenheartomoregiedestiny446]

@macmanhot100 you dont want to get your new shoes dirty get your fact right before commenting nonsense.is there any country in the world that don't have it's ugly part's.ciao

[@MegaSlimgoody1]

Them: My uncle is sick, can I have some money? Me: Oh really, I'll pray for a fast recovery. then walk a away.

[@dami5072]

The amount of accuracy in this vid 👌🏾

[@MDORLE]

So funny the bit about eyebrows - I am on the bus in London laughing really loud 😂😂. You are very pretty,; great vlogs

[@evemason3456]

You have good sensibilities with great insights when you reflect on life in Lagos. You give really rational explanations of Nigerian life in general. I haven't been back for years but I can relate. Your explanations are as good as reviews. You are reliable for this. I always really enjoy listening. By the way, I loved the story about your mum telling you about her travelling at the last minute - as she's reading you a bed time story :-D. I hope you will 'review' a variety of Nigerian things: culture, fashion, food, tradition and travel within Nigeria? Interesting channel.

[@giggles4007]

Thankyou for sharing this w us U are Extremely Beautifull I wish you a life filled w happiness and culture Embrace your Country you are definitely an asset any where you live

[@julietthugangel]

That last tip, haha. I had a shuttle driver at work ask me for money for his kids school fees. It was so awkward and I had to tell him I couldn't help out

[@SlugSage]

They private, but in your business? LOL

[@lovesonmyside2184]

I thought the Same thing.

[@g.e1224]

I think she meant people are private about their business, but noisy about your business

[@r.i.3073]

She means that they are private about somethings and in your business about some other things

[@deborahyoung8363]

Where in the world of nigerian are you landed at. Myself and my boyfriend argue daily due to the nosey azz ppl there. And the loudness when they talk

[@lunno8421]

Yep. It's true

[@kingsleyigbinosa2283]

Hi, I have been watching some of your reels on moving back home to Nigeria. First of all, I will like to commend your brave and bold decision! I am contemplating returning back myself after 37years away. Keep up the good work. Together I seriously believe we can finally turn the tide of this potentially great land around.

[@kelvinamuebie896]

Wow 37 years. Please boss dont contemplate... just go visit home. Its a great feeling/expirience...

[@siduarah3911]

It needs more than people from diaspora coming back.

[@Shayoyeye5223]

Thanks for sharing, you’re quite right. Especially with the pregnancy stuff, in UK people are generally really open about their pregnancy, but you can’t really be like that in Nigeria. Also with employees asking for money coming up with various sob stories...🤔 but my experience was that, it doesn’t necessarily have to be just those who work for you; it could be the security at the bank or even the main bank staff🤦🏾‍♀️ etc. That happened a lot in Lagos, when I visited the home town it wasn’t really like that I realised that people there generally had a bit more pride/self respect & won’t ask...🤔. Also if you have kids in school, you have to ensure you’re always, em how do I put it, “ gifting” the class teachers so they can go the “xtra mile for your kid”, 🤦🏾‍♀️

[@thelandisgreen7499]

I cackled when you said “if you like the shape of your eyebrows”. Nigerian artists do way too much sometimes

[@nnmek7173]

This is very helpful. Makes sense why some people are super private, but yet want to know everything. Why never tell someone when you are traveling, because they get too comfortable asking or expecting. Kind of a shock when I don't dare ask anyone for anything.

[@theblackinvestor3990]

Lmaoo...all of a sudden you have no eyebrows. I died subscribe.

[@MegaSlimgoody1]

Thanks for this video, it was really informative

[@wonuolaabisola7755]

I needed this video cause I’m planning on moving back to Nigeria and honestly I couldn’t be more scared...your page has much info about Nigeria tho

[@feelpablo2k5]

I hope you're ready. Its sweet but tough.

[@loco626]

pablo pablo well said 👌🏼

[@merineyit]

Everything you say about being asked for money is absolutely true, and it's impossible, usually, to tell if the stories are true, or not. Like yourself, I only give, when I choose to give, what I can afford to lose.

[@naijakehinde9117]

She is really👏😂 telling the truth.

[@Uptownsssboogie]

Greatly informative video, Thanks!

[@karenfresco2447]

So true they always ask for money..I have a few friends from Nigeria ..I always help one and he became so unthankful ,and abusive too and still need my help...I had to stop and there is were the friendship end too...am ok with that ...you have said the truth my dear ...am from South America 🇬🇾🇬🇾

[@karenfresco2447]

@Wonder Boy yes he so much ungrateful...and calling me stupid too.. the friendship done now..he no good person at all..thanks for your comment..stay blessed🙏

[@patiencepat4256]

If your child is being naughty do you stop caring and supportive, understand that individuals behave differently that shouldn't prevent you from helping because they always come back to you.

[@truethots3088]

Sorry for you bad experience but note a few friends doesn't have to translate the 100million people in the country

[@lunsiondaddyhomeboy570]

@@patiencepat4256 nice one bro

[@ndaowoemmanuel]

Please also tell us the good part of Nigeria becauseMost things are not true abt dis vlog, about the pregnant, the business, the engagement. Nigeria is created separately from other countries, the lifestyle, culture, fashion and association are different. Nat really impressed.

[@whatculture7994]

I'm Glad I bumped into this channel. Thanks Sis!

[@oladare1278]

One word “SUPERSTITIOUS SOCIETY”

[@markiscouch7800]

Great channel! 👌

[@susandejohnette6409]

Great strategy for money requests. I do not loan money, I’d rather give what I can comfortably part with & be done with the matter.

[@rosemond1644]

Same in most African tradition about not telling if you are pregnant probably until you have past the 3months period where you could suffer miscarraige.

[@miaslifestartedat50]

Another thing you should if touch on is NePa? The fact that there is not constant power?? And in America strong minded people don't care at all what people think about there pregnancy, relationship, job, Or anything! Concern of others thoughts are for week minded people!

[@truethots3088]

Grest points however why is it every blogger that returns to lagos has to make it my experience returning to Nigeria, while lagos for sure is in Nigerian I've noticed there is a lot of generalization . What is applicable in lagos may be different in the other 35 states. Having said that most of the items are applicable nationwide however it would be good to indicate where you are experiencing stuff cos other people are looking to relocate.

[@andrewcoker8705]

when you said GCSS, I think you meant GCSE. It's an English qualification. In the UK we do our GCSEs when we are 15/16 and do them in about 8 or 9 subjects. The grades are 9-1, 9 being an A** and 1 being a fail. After that you do A-levels, which is a whole different story

[@marthasantana426]

You are adorable I like all the information thank you

[@King-vv9rf]

Did u wanna move to Nigeria. Lol

[@IsolaBianca]

😂😂😂 about the eyebrows it happened to me the first time I visited Nigeria

[@anneokonkwo2723]

Hi dear, that's it don't mix business with pleasure.., here for you all the way.. 💕🔔🛎️💪👍💯💞

[@adebankechristellevogt2964]

This issue isn’t just in Nigeria. And I think you should also have some positive comments. If it’s so bad, why didn’t you come back?

[@yvonnede-souza4809]

Am in alignment with you in terms of privacy. Africa is a dark world when you come having someone next to you. In Africa strange things happens if you don't keep your progress secret.

[@Maeaj23]

Omg the eyebrows statements 😭😭

[@Afrocurlitan]

LOL!!!

[@oluwakemiajayi-ogunnaike7986]

Speaking from a traumatizing experience loool

[@providencelifedesigninteri8129]

It was so surprising surrounded by the expected

[@anulikaorazulume8926]

You are so right about the pregnancy. Rule no 1, don't talk about even with friends.

[@pamelamojekwu5640]

People everywhere will ask questions and the answer you provide also depends on you. Make up artist...not everyone has one!!

[@Afrocurlitan]

Very true!

[@TheKingofHowTos_TKHT]

Nicely said! Although it isn't always true, but somewhat true... Keep up the good job on your channel... Maybe we can collab when I'm in Naija, if you don't mind of-course lol. I'm a professional of multiple talents (typical overachiever omo Naija lol) so your fiance doesn't have to worry since it's business only lol. FYI, you are a very beautiful omo Naija (gotta appreciate my beautiful authentic all Natural No Pimples Naija Queens lol)... You remind me of one of my aides/PCTs/subordinates lol, and also, one of my X tenants, both here in the states who both akatas look just like you, but are both slightly darker 😆.

[@selinaantoniagraves5418]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I was planning long time ago to move there. I will be the type of person to be taken advantage. If I decided to visit then I will know what to expect although I’m not a Nigerian.

[@walterettel7733]

BTW... great vlog and you present very well on camera. You are HOLLYWOOD if not today then it is in your future. Get an agent and challenge your obvious presence with viewers. We viewers agree and believe !

[@marcybashiru24]

The makeup/ eyebrow part I can relate to. I got married in Ikoyi , my eyebrows were so black😱

[@oluwasandy2491]

The eyebrows tip touched my heart, because they will shave it off , and leave a line. I was upset.

[@lunsiondaddyhomeboy570]

Is not a must ok maybe ur friends will do if u like you may if u dont live urs

[@richman9116]

You talk like Genevieve Nnaji and also look like her , great video , Na 9ja be dat oo

[@rsmith1820]

Maybe it depends on where in the South your family is from cause my grandmother, aunts & mother said you tell NOTHING! Because people don't wish you good luck so if they don't know, they can't take it from you. But YES, Miss Whoever is looking out of a window (even in an apartment complex) & know when you left, what you had on, what time you left.

[@kanemjohnnie.6309]

I'm loving your videos the more I watch them. Very profesh!! Meaning professional!!!

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thank you, I really appreciate it!

[@assattaindeyax]

Zphi

[@TheKingofHowTos_TKHT]

Well said my Afro Queen!

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thank you!

[@Renould2010]

Great Video!!

[@charisamakor8853]

the money part killed me!! LOL!

[@georginabuckle6405]

No matter where you are from and if your accent is not Nigerian, you are more likely get rip off by sale traders/sellers.

[@beautyforashestv5959]

Is there a lot of witchcraft. Maybe thats why the privacy is so prevalent

[@timothypearson7216]

thats not everyone diffrent cultures. dont engage in that Nigeria is made up of many cultures and beleifs all donot do witchcraft its like saying all places with white people have pedophiles.

[@canadude2010]

@@timothypearson7216 somehow you guys always able to slip in an insult to white people, when all cultures are equally guilty of this stuff....

[@Th3lite]

G.C Gamers lie lie., there are witches, sorcerers, and people that are in to spirituality. There are people who go to the marabou. Now this may not be the majority but it’s there.

[@chandlerjohnson1168]

Th3lite definitely

[@elnoramatthews2636]

You hit the right nails on the head.... My first visit was last Oct/Nov and I experienced all this... It was overwhelming I tell you. Right from the airport I was approached for money

[@TheNabilla3]

I'm not Nigerian But I always wonder what it's like living in Nigeria Yes iam very private I'm from the US as far as the money situation goes i may not have alot of friends because im not giving out money to no one no matter what their situation is.

[@King-vv9rf]

Who care

[@titaniarussell3286]

Being private is not good when it comes to your mate i am supposed to be currently involved with a Nigerian and he is kind of pivate in our relationship i feel he is hiding some things from me and he tells me his not but i dont know he is to be my husband to be my soulmate my King he should not be secretive about nothing

[@sophiachin1262]

Girl run... the bastard is a love scam bait mugu 419 man. If a man doesn't live with you or take care of u buck him he is a bullfish scammer. Probly tribal or traditional married with kids n a hungry family hiding behind him. He wants status to use u n runaway... your last name is Russel R u a Yankee or a Brit? N if u have none of their tribes bloodline its very very very rarely a true love. Pray over marriage deeply! Don't fall into charms, witchcraft n the black majic they do! They are called Yoruba demons and Igbo monsters for a reason. #Be warned!

[@hermannschroeder8201]

Wrong advice. How could you condemn someone you don't know? Someone you haven't met in such a wicked manner? It's not every Nigerian that is into fraud/scam. Nigerians are naturally secretive about certain things not everything though. Sometimes they try to protect you from getting hurt by withholding certain things from you. Sometimes it could be that they don't know how you will react if you get to know certain things about them which may not be bad actually. My Nigeria friend told me that when he was 6years old that he asked his parents how do women give birth? Where the child is coming from? They did not tell him. They refused to share the information with him. That does not mean that they don't love him. Do not forget that when you point one finger at someone the other fingers will be pointing back at you. Stop making foreigners see your country men and women as bad people just because of the sins of a few. There are bad people everywhere. Every country have the good, the bad and the ugly.

[@hermannschroeder8201]

Also try to find the meaning of Yoruba demon they call themselves. You're really ill informed. I don't like the word demon they used but try to find out the meaning because talking rubbish and you know it.

[@igletmolatudi3321]

What made you decide to move to Nigeria?

[@cynthiaamor1312]

Just because I communicate alot doesn't mean I'm a talkative... I don't care😒

[@HERRUTUTT]

GREAT INFO THX UR VERY BEAUTIFUL QUEEN

[@plumeriajoy]

Great tips. Just found your vjdeos.

[@thegee9586]

People are private about travelling because of 'village people' my sister! Eh! Laughing!

[@ayokidzzy6326]

Lol 😂😂 😂😂 😂 warey

[@emmanuelkevin7862]

They will start asking you for money

[@irenepearse430]

Thanks for sharing great advise

[@ArenaFilms042]

For Money yes .... Nigerians knows how to ask for Money 🤣🤣🤣

[@deborahyoung8363]

Begg and lie to get it oh and all job pay peanuts which the magic number is 100.00 in usa just lies

[@kathyyoung259]

Get mad when u dont give it to them

[@beautyforashestv5959]

I gave my friend 100 dollars. He bought a 2000 dollar keyboard and never paid me back

[@lunsiondaddyhomeboy570]

@@beautyforashestv5959 lol

[@moyosoredenloye3124]

Burst my head a faux pas 😂😂😂😂 this girl is definitely a student of English ....

[@charlesajayi184]

lol... that last point is a certainty

[@dream-king2292]

Lol sister they are anything but private their in your business about everything that's Nigeria for you I didn't grow up here but relocated last year I learned quickly that you have to be very smart another thing I dislike about Nigeria they think they know no country is perfect but people here think they know it all smh so arrogant behavior

[@MamaAdjoa]

They're not private about anything, they're just fearful of people knowing about them

[@danisullivan]

I enjoyed your Message!

[@maroivbijaro2032]

All facts!!

[@DrLoren668]

I love your hair!

[@comewatchme8432]

Yeah, so u don't get robbed or anything...makes plenty of sense.

[@mensahgurl]

Very helpful

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thank you! :D

[@temidayoolubukola9656]

I can definitely relate!

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thank you for watching!

[@ArenaFilms042]

Hahahahahaha .... for pregnancy you are correct 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sylviasworld9397]

You know in this one you resemble Genevieve Nnaji.

[@Afrocurlitan]

Oh, thank you! This is the first time I've heard that, lol! She is gorgeous!

[@tkai33]

Awesome job

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thank you! :D

[@Chosenones572]

The eyebrows experience 😂😂😂😂😂

[@EverythingWithDoofan]

Some of the things are not applicable to all Nigerians. Nigeria is multicultural country and it differs from one tribe to another

[@BlackGirlGreenThumb]

the asking for money thing happens in the US & half the people are lying too! 😂

[@damidokunmu9843]

enjoyed this!

[@Afrocurlitan]

Thanks girl! :D

[@LamiAtZenith]

Lmao Americans moving to Nigeria is definitely a different story to British people moving to Nigeria. The British tend to adapt better. Anyway, all these things are rather trivial

[@obn1459]

Hey Lami, are you on facebook? Watssap? Just want to talk with you

[@jumiofuya8793]

Pregnant for ten months!!ls that nigerian effect aswell?That naija wetin he go cause self😀😁😂

[@lovechild872]

Ikr

[@pastortravisjrobertson7232]

😂😂😂😂😂😂👪👪👪

[@RedScareClair]

I don't get the first parts of this video at all. I don't get not telling people you're traveling - at least not close family. I REALLY don't get not telling people you're pregnant. I mean what do you tell people when you're belly is huge? It's a temporary tumor?

[@UmmYasmin91]

Eyebrows OMG😩🤦🏽‍♀️ when she started shaving I was Iike wtffffff

[@Bishoplendion]

Damn.. You’re beautiful girl. Lucky guy

[@kemlaurin]

exactly my culture

[@mann234]

Wow!

[@angelaha7574]

I love this young lady. Lol 😂

[@selmamatheus4443]

I experienced the eyebrow thing! it was terrible.

[@oyinkasola5089]

Makeup is very serious..

[@sidkimuwallif4597]

Thank you

[@juanitafortein8241]

All I can say is Really??? Am from South Africa and the things she mentioned about pregnancy and engagement is simply to keep it on the down low,to prevent the evil eye. Why paint such a negative image of Nigeria. Not impressed.

[@franciswilliams4136]

It's not really true, it depends on the family or villages you 're from. If they 're juju/muti lovers then you have to keep your stuffs low with you. Not where I come from...we have so much cultures over here in Nigeria and I don't like it when one makes it look as if we Nigerians acts the same way. Westerners with theirs, same as eastern and northern part of Nigeria.

[@j.u.s.t.g.b.e.m.i]

She's not painting a negative image. she's just sharing her experience and telling you how it is! I've lived in Nigeria for half my life and in a good position to confirm all that she has shared in her video! Even my sister didn't tell me or our mum she was pregnant until a day after she delivered and I don't believe I'm evil 😀. I've got kids, so it couldn't be jealousy either! Very secretive lot but they get upset if you don't tell them what is going on with you.

[@noisycomment1990]

sometimes I'm surprised by a lot of Naijamericans... like didn't yall parents tell ya'll anything?? Of course, people (aunty, mom, big sister, house girl, neighbor, big cousin, family matriarch, random distant family) are converging on you doing make-up or feeding you or clothing you or sending you here... or there. Like literally, that is what makes you Nigerian and what Nigerian families do lmao!