Cost Of Living In Lagos Nigeria ( Detailed Monthly Budget )

[@thenigeriannomad]

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[@masiclover2206]

No huiuiiop

[@achomeonee4244]

Question: What Hotel to choose and how to find an Apartment when I arrive?

[@okisdenno]

Bruh... Price's of hotel on the island Cheap ones to be precise. I wanna know my budget for a week.

[@callmeifez2002]

you should do another one of this now that things are alot different.

[@trvcxi]

as a girl living in London seeing this I keep asking myself what exactly I'm still doing here

[@thenigeriannomad]

I asked myself that question for a long time too sis!

[@timewithruth]

you and I both!

[@Adamserik]

It's a great place but please look, calculate, try before you leap...

[@sweetlemonade6925]

I'm living in Belgium and I ask myself that too😂

[@the0lamide]

LISTENNNN!!!

[@deeno000]

WOW!!!, this is indeed detailed analyses. My opinion, before moving to Nigeria, get your house & vehicle in place if possible. It will reduce 70% of the stress. Thanks bro for the awesome video.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you sir :)

[@ajibolaukandnigerialiving]

Families with children need to include school fees and auxiliaries school items (books, lunch, trips, school bus fee etc) expected for children which also varies depending on the type / calibre of school they attend. Also it’s worth registering with a hospital for medical care (some private hospitals have pseudo insurance schemes); however, a good idea it to purchase an annual platinum family multi-trip travel insurance in the West to be on the safe side😉.

[@thenigeriannomad]

I LOVE THIS! Thanks for sharing

[@nauticdixons]

School has been decentralized and has changed a great deal. You can do top notch western education on pennies on the dollar on the internet by homeschooling. That's what's we're doing and we're even still in the US. We don't need public school, it's useless!

[@marvelousi9165]

Thank you so much to this video. I’m Nigerian American and recently got a remote job. Because of this, I’m seriously considering relocating to Lagos. Not sure yet, but this info is very helpful!

[@thenigeriannomad]

That's awesome! Glad it was helpful

[@peteradejuwon7397]

Considering the change in the world's economy, can you do an update of the cost of living in Lagos please. It will help 'japada' generation.

[@thenigeriannomad]

LOL Updated video coming soon :)

[@claudialabeaute6539]

I saw many videos explaining the cost of living in Lagos, But your own is honestly THE BEST !! Very clean, well detailed video. It will really help for people looking to live in Lagos

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you SO MUCH. I strive to provide helpful information with important details. I appreciate this compliment 😊

[@steplg4197]

I am binge watching your videos and you are giving some great advice. I am African American and I have about 7 more years of work before I can retire and I plan to move to Nigeria. Do you channel is helping me a lot with my plan.

[@bradjenkins932]

It's a shithole.

[@sunkiss6398]

Thus is very useful , can you do an updated one 🙏🏾 🙏🏾

[@thenigeriannomad]

I plan to for sure

[@andudontstopyo]

I definitely want to do a long-term stay so this video gave me a good idea of what I would pay. This video is so informative. Thank you Bayo for doing all the research. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much

[@dipo2142]

Finally, after popular demand!!! .. nice one bros Bayo

[@thenigeriannomad]

haha Thank you sir :)

[@ShalomLife247]

@@thenigeriannomad shalom Brother Bayo looking to relocate to Nigeria as a diaspora from the US. Question with a salary of $5,000 per month could I live comfortably on Banana island or is Lagos offer the same

[@seasonstochange]

First time visitor. Subscribed already. Nice job.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Welcome aboard! and thank you :)

[@TonyaEL]

Yes! I need this info. I’ve been wondering what the cost of living would be in Lagos. Comparing the mainland and island, also. This is excellent content. Thank you Bayo.

[@thenigeriannomad]

yay! thank you so much. I'm glad it's helpful

[@TonyaEL]

@@thenigeriannomad What do you estimate the monthly COL would be on the island for a single lady who is part bougie? 🤔

[@josephbrown1573]

Very good analysis. For the people questioning why they are still living in the West , well you need to generate the income. Jobs paying this kind of money in Nigeria are difficult to get .The average Nigerian makes about $100 /month. It is cheap if you make money in the West but can you transfer your job/income? Obviously if you are retired and have pension income that would be ideal. If you can work online , if you have some kind of passive income. To a teacher in America this looks cheap ,but you could not afford this lifestyle working as a teacher in Nigeria !

[@thenigeriannomad]

The points you make are very valid. The people i see doing well here that come from the WEST are the people who own businesses, have their source of income overseas or have a very well paying job in Nigeria but you are right. those Jobs are not readily available that pays that high, they do exist though and they require special skillset.

[@jumokeidowu8013]

@@thenigeriannomad then issue a buyers beware

[@KellysYoutubeAccount]

This is so informative, I’ll try and do this for Enugu *your favorite Philly girl 🇺🇸, in Enugu,Nigeria 🇳🇬*

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you so much! I would be looking forward to that video. I am gonna go subscribe to your channel :)

[@roselinechuku4010]

Did you already do this?

[@imennnify]

packing my bag! LITERALLY. Thanks Oga!

[@lifeasamedicalscientist6427]

😂😂😂😂

[@crissy15]

Are you living there now

[@thenigeriannomad]

❤❤❤

[@The_Cruise_Fam]

Plus sharing this vital information. I love watching different videos on this topic. I meant to also say THANK YOU! Your breaking down of information is so realistic.🙏🏾

[@thenigeriannomad]

yes ooh. thank you friend

[@pismoman1]

It is exactly the information I have been looking for. Thank you so much for the very informative video!

[@thenigeriannomad]

you are very welcome 😉

[@lindaclark7012]

Thank u, it's like living in the city 🦋 and the suburbs. You have to have money, prepare and be ready😉

[@thenigeriannomad]

yep. exactly. especially if you're not willing to lower your standard of living

[@oluwasodejayi7316]

Video starts at 5:23

[@thenigeriannomad]

for experienced and familiar folks yet.

[@lenah7970]

Yes..I want Soy milk and all of the bougie stuff...lol. Nicely done video, Bayo. I'm still just trying to get a visa so that I can at least visit Lagos. You and Iveoma continue to keep me excited about Nigeria.

[@thenigeriannomad]

LOL. That's funny! Thank you! Cant wait for you to experience it. Between me and iveoma, I am sure you get the full picture, the beautiful, the good, the bad and the ugly.lol

[@nameloading..8665]

I will be moving to Lagos before summer and your videos, your content has been invaluable to me. I would even pay to watch them, the information is so detailed. Thank you so much. Love your content and beautiful family you have.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Aaaah thank you so much. I really appreciate that . this makes me very happy.

[@uplayitIlisten]

🎉🎉Finally someone on point i can understand 😊

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you!

[@ericawright7224]

I'm planning a trip from Jamaica to Nigeria and bro you made my decision easy when thinking of how much I may need for a few weeks .. thanks you

[@thenigeriannomad]

Oh wow. Glad it was helpful

[@jackjackson4412]

Im glad i discovered your channel. Very good and detail information. I m black American and just found out through DNA that my father and ancestry is mostly Nigerian . Therefore, Im eager to learn more about the country. Hopefully, this year I will be able to spend a month there learning about the various cultures. Thanks again for this valuable information🙏

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are very welcome :) and Aaaah this is FANTASTIC i honestly think any black American with an ancestry of Nigeria should just be able to get a citizenship. You are welcome home.

[@jackjackson4412]

@@thenigeriannomad thanks brother🙏

[@jamesomoz529]

Hey there Bayo bless for sharing this content it was informative 🙏🏿😎👍🏿✊🏿💡

[@thenigeriannomad]

❤❤❤

[@abdulidi733]

G Thanks for sharing this info. It’s gonna come down to the life style an individual wants to leave. Great details!!!

[@thenigeriannomad]

you're very welcome and absolutely!!! you got it. it really does depend on that

[@Skeetex3]

This breakdown was great thanks but a friendly tip… it took 5 minutes and 21 seconds before you actually got to a single price for anything. Engagement wise you may lose viewership taking that long to get to the point of the video. Just a friendly heads up from someone who appreciated the content 😊

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are right for sure. this is when i was a newbie to the whole youtube space. ha. If i did thtis video now it would be totally diffferent. Thanks for the heads up

[@Skeetex3]

No worries at all brother it was a great video. If it's fairly old could be a good opportunity to do another one more up to date post covid. I'm looking at spending 6 months in Lagos next year so videos like yours have been very helpful in giving me insight 😊@@thenigeriannomad

[@lindadeconinck8021]

I like your stories about Nigeria, I have a friend in Lagos and complaining about the medical system and pharmacy and meds ? I wished they would provide meds for malaria! Thanks continue sending us all we need to know about Nigeria 🇳🇬

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thanks for watching

[@concernedparent6291]

Can you please create an updated version of this video. I currently live in California, and I am considering moving back to Nigeria. Please.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Absolutely! Stay tuned for an updated version. Thanks for watching!

[@Arnachistarchitect]

I live in Nigeria in 2024 and I spend $70 a month on average, my rented apartment is a room and parlour and I live comfortably in a safe area. Seems like cost of living in Nigeria keeps going down as the years go by 😢

[@thenigeriannomad]

Hopefully, the cost of living continues to stay manageable for more people as well. Stay safe!

[@johnnywad7728]

By American standards living in Lagos is a good deal. I'm moving there with my soon to be wife. And lucky me, I'm a certified diesel mechanic and worked on generators in the military. I'm thinking I won't have trouble finding work as a diesel/ generator mechanic there.

[@johnnywad7728]

And I know how to do A/C service work as well. I'm guessing air conditioning is important there as well.

[@thenigeriannomad]

You'll do well. Congrats on the up comng wedding too

[@johnnywad7728]

@@thenigeriannomad Thanks. Your video was very informative. Thanks for the detailed breakdown on costs in Lagos. I'm looking forward to moving there and starting a new life, with my soon to be wife. Who knows we may meet someday. ✌️

[@johnnywad7728]

@@thenigeriannomad brother I have a question that maybe you can answer. As I sell my belongings here in USA and only keep the necessary items, can I bring my Harley Davidson motorcycle with me , if I pay the shipping? I've read they motorcycles are banned in Lagos, is that true? Would I better off selling the Harley here and take the huge loss that would happen, as there are Harley for sale here everywhere? Would there be safe places to ride in the country? Or would a shiny expensive Harley just make me a target of opportunity? Thanks for your help in this matter!

[@Shunpall]

Thanks for the breakdown my broda.. you too much!

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful ooo

[@filsduzaire]

GREAT PRÉSENTATION BROTHER!!!

[@thenigeriannomad]

I'm glad you enjoyed it

[@sleek1x]

yoooo I'm definitely leaving Canada to live like a King 😂 Thank you for breaking it down!

[@thenigeriannomad]

Any time! yes oooh :)

[@TheGrahamFamily0524]

😂😂😂😂 I’m here tryna figure out how to keep my job in the states and go to Lagos to live 😂😂😂😂 🤔🤔

[@osajohn4384]

Thanks to you Bayo Adio for well explanation.

[@thenigeriannomad]

you're very welcome :)

[@franciskatende1566]

800usd a month is expensive for us. My highest salary so far in Nigeria is 780usd (300k naira). Most Nigerians get paid that amount or less monthly. We aint ready to have families hahaha

[@thenigeriannomad]

haha well standards would need to be adjusted or a side hustle. ha . people live comfortably with half of your salary on the mainland.

[@martinanuhlen8810]

That's what I am thinking about 🤔

[@africandiasporahistoryandn7198]

Great job! Your meticulous attention to detail is fantastic! Please keep this kind of practical and useful content coming.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you very much :) I have plenty of them on my playlist. check it out here. kzbin.info/aero/PLFF7xBMJFDe2RqkEWueDs7xkhRo4IC2ZJ

[@africandiasporahistoryandn7198]

@@thenigeriannomad Thanks for the playlist.Very useful and informative! I look forward to going through each video.

[@princessnyeni5548]

Nice, but the background music too loud, none at all will be better

[@thenigeriannomad]

I agree. Thanks for the feedback and thanks for stopping by

[@mzche4]

Thank you so much for the information it was well needed ;-) I learned a lot. You got a new subbie :-)

[@thenigeriannomad]

YAAY! Thank you for the support :) I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@ademideadesina4393]

This is good information. I plan moving back home. Can you please do an updated video?

[@thenigeriannomad]

Updated video coming soon!

[@toptiernessa]

How do we apt shop online from the us? How do we convert our usd if we are working remotely and earn usd? Thank you so much for this video! I’m ready to leave the US. The only places that I see were decent to move were lekki and Victoria but those places are very expensive.

[@thenigeriannomad]

You can reach out via the contact number if you need help with an apartment. Cheers

[@vegannigeria9218]

Super detailed analysis , much appreciated. It would have been good to see certain categories eg healthcare, personal care- hair, clothes, toiletries but overall very insightful.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you and great suggestions. This is why i gave a range.

[@nigerdeltamirrortv9311]

You forgot BRT. Some Main landers park their cars and take BRT to work on the Island- average ticket is N300 which is less than a dollar. For those coming from abroad, I'll advise them to live in a service estate on the Island where all services like 24/7 light, clean water, security, cleaning of the estate etc are provided though at extra cost; but it's very convenient and nice. Also some landlords are accepting 6 months rent down payment bcos of COVID 19

[@thenigeriannomad]

aaah YES. BRT. and yes I agree with you that serviced estate is the way to go if people don't want any headaches. lol

[@josephbrown1573]

I wanted to figure out who could afford this life style working in Nigeria .I used just the mainland as living on the Island is like living in Manhattan! Not where the middle class usually live . Using the Median salary a teacher in Nigeria makes about of 250,000 naira/ month or $656. A doctor in Nigeria makes about 650,000 naira /month or $1706. Also let us assume that these are two income families, so the amount might be larger if the wife is working . You did not include school fees , or medical . I just got these figures off the internet so I dont know how accurate they are . I did work in Nigeria but that was long ago and the exchange rate is so much higher today. The GDP/capita is $2229/ year, which is $185,or 70,770 naira /month.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Yeah the people who are doing okay and work in Nigeria have multiple sources of income to sustain themselves in Nigeria is my observation to be honest.

[@josephbrown1573]

@@thenigeriannomadActually based on your estimate of $400-$800/ month, both of these professions could live on the mainland, if these salary numbers are correct . Even more so if they are a couple and there is a second income coming in, and Nigerians always have side hustles! It is encouraging to see that the Nigerian middle class can afford to live a relatively good life in Nigeria!

[@thenigeriannomad]

@@josephbrown1573 aaaah gotcha. yes they can. if we can continue to increase the middle class size. it would be great for the country.

[@universalnihi8374]

Wrong comparison here....Doctor earning 650k/month doesn't mean the average cost of rent is 650k/month. The cost of living in the US is more than twice of Lagos!

[@alfredbalogun]

Great video, thanks for this

[@thenigeriannomad]

you are very welcome :) Thank you!

[@yetundeAdesoji8265]

Hello I'm just watching your video and the cost of living has gone up soo ridiculously now especially if someone wants to rent an accommodation for air bnb like you mentioned

[@thenigeriannomad]

Yes ooh! Things are way too expensive now.

[@preyeotsemaye2735]

Thank you very much for the explanation, is perfect.

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are welcome! Thank you so much. I appreciate it

[@martinapfaar7902]

That is very interesting.Can you maybe do an update about financial situations right now! Like soaring food prices, how people are surviving! Also do you have some advice for white women are coming to Nigeria and traveling. Thanks so much. I have a partner coming from Ado Ekiti who has never been to a big city.

[@martinapfaar7902]

Do you have information about healthcare? Doctor and Hospitals?

[@thenigeriannomad]

We've got good healthcare and hospitals in Nigeria

[@kiaora7214]

Thanks for working this out 👏 👏 👏 it really helps, I have been wondering the cost of living for the sake of comparison 🤔

[@thenigeriannomad]

You're so welcome!

[@deonej]

Bro your vids are amazing fam, my god keep blessing you.

[@thenigeriannomad]

I appreciate that :)

[@thearums8229]

Thank you so much for this.... I want to get a apartment in Lagos Nigeria but still live in America. Now all I have to do is convince my husband LOL..

[@thenigeriannomad]

That would be great! Contact me here: consultwithbayo.com when ready.

[@aboyeebbe8252]

Thank you Bayo. Your videos on Lagos are very informative and helpful. You have really researched well. Fantastic work. I have subscribed as your videos will be very useful for me as I am due to move to Lagos for work and plan future settlement. Remain blessed.🙏🏽

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you so much, I really appreciate that :)

[@travelwithShadae]

A Jamaican here lol wanna visit Nigeria some day

[@michaelodo1371]

Your welcome any day sister ☝🏽

[@thenigeriannomad]

You're welcome sister!

[@iyabs1]

Informative 👊🏽

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad you think so! Thank you!

[@georgechijiaku1070]

School fees? Car maintenance? Average tips given for a month? Charitable support for struggling family members and friends? Expenditure for attending important social events like weddings, traditional, birthdays, funerals which may also require travelling to other states?..

[@thenigeriannomad]

I cant decide how much people should spend for these items. That is up to you to decide how much you want to spend on tips, charity and weddings, funerals etc. I am just focused on basic living expenses.

[@justicejoycetv]

I was hoping to secure orthodontic prices. ☺️😆 *As they are tripping in the Midwest* and I was like I’ll get them when I arrive. Nowww, I’d like to know *How much were y’all’s swim lessons?*

[@thenigeriannomad]

haha.lol. the swim lessons were like 40k naira for 10 sessions or so.

[@Adamserik]

Great content as usual Bayo...just wondering why the cost of data would be more on the island than mainland as the providers are basically the same. And can I just say you always have a big grin in your videos when you're talking about the island lol

[@thenigeriannomad]

lol. that's funny Well, the cost doesnt have to vary.it highly depends on usage. this was a comparison of my expense to someone else's expense on the mainland. that's why the budget is different. in hindsight I could have just out a range in that category

[@thatoneguywholovesthena-4529]

we need an update🔥

[@thenigeriannomad]

its coming :)

[@dolapokuforiji1701]

Was just about to comment this 😂 Can’t wait!

[@etudiantbelle]

Great Video. Very detailed and informative. Can you make a video about the cost of living in Asaba?

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you and i have no idea. i dont even know where that is. haha

[@etudiantbelle]

@@thenigeriannomadoh, it is the capital city of Delta State.

[@kemfol8279]

What a great informations bros, thank you.

[@thenigeriannomad]

you're very welcome :)

[@kayodeajewole8348]

Very informative. Thank you!

[@thenigeriannomad]

You're welcome!

[@Isiejeme0829]

Very useful infos. Shared.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was useful. Thanks for continued support :)

[@terrycoleman4572]

Great information ℹ️ thanks

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Amanda-pf2tn]

Thank you for all your research! I love your channel. How much is schooling and uniforms for children? How much is minimum wage? How much can a teenager or young adult earn living there?

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you so much! minimum wage is ridiculous! i think something like 80 bucks a month. It is unfathomable. I am not sure for the kids expense. i need to do some research though

[@sunshineblessing2040]

great info , thanks .

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jdbuscemi8181]

Thank you GREAT Video!!!!

[@thenigeriannomad]

You're welcome!

[@timewithruth]

I love this video! Keep them coming Bayo :)

[@thenigeriannomad]

thank you. make sure to subscribe to get any updates

[@roderickmitchell2125]

Love you my brother. ❤🌍👑

[@thenigeriannomad]

Love you too! . Thank you!

[@pauludemezue7376]

I like your video watching from Liechtenstein

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you so much :)

[@LydiaOyetunji]

This was very helpful.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful! :)

[@kathrynbond9178]

The only thing stopping me is paying for a years' rent all at once! Although the cost is easily affordable on my income, it would take a while for me to save up money to pay for rent upfront. How do people do this? [Your videos are most appreciated!]

[@thenigeriannomad]

Yeah that is the biggest hurdle but people find a way. They save too off course and hustle. Nigerians are used to saving. Also, you can probably afford to pay in full for a place but maybe not a place in VI, lekki phase 1 or Ikoyi. these places are a pretty penny

[@oceejekwam6829]

Oga Bayo, the soundtrack details please. I'm enjoying every moment of it, thank you.

[@thenigeriannomad]

its called just because ooh. got it from musicbed. it is not mine.

[@oceejekwam6829]

@@thenigeriannomad thank you sir.

[@thenigeriannomad]

@@oceejekwam6829 you're very welcome

[@mercyojonathan]

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are so welcome! :) thank YOU!

[@Mufasa_Shabazz]

Excellent video, refreshing to see a male repat doing these kind of videos finally.

[@thenigeriannomad]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@dupeolajuwon]

Thank you so very much for this great information

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are so welcome!

[@homermcclain4599]

Excellent.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@janetakintoroye9120]

Thanks for the great information.

[@thenigeriannomad]

You are very welcome :)

[@nnamdiopara4883]

4 million a year in Banana Island? I don't think so, bro. double that and add a service charge of at least 2 million for a 3 bedroom apartment.

[@thenigeriannomad]

haha. I am sure.

[@40shadeofbeauty16]

that cheap as hell omg i pay 1k every month for my apt in America i'm getting my real estate license to go to Nigeria and buy lot of property my goal is to bring my real estate business in Nigeria buy a lot of p

[@thenigeriannomad]

Great stuff! Thanks for watching

[@juliomiguelabesoecoro4756]

Thanks for the break down.

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Muscovy]

Very informational thank you

[@thenigeriannomad]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ManimalDetroit]

Why is there a power supply issue in nigeria? My friend from Lagos told me they sometimes dont have electricity for days or even weeks.

[@thenigeriannomad]

I am not sure exactly. a lot of people rely on inverters and generators and some solar to use as back ups when power goes out.

[@ellawimbush2071]

Bayo !! This cost of living is ok. But I have to know this. Is the generator still being use with the noise pollution every day. If so how can people stand that noise? Or are this places using solar powered light?

[@thenigeriannomad]

SURE. What i have seen is that the generator and solar is being used as the back up source for when the main light goes out. just depends on your wants and needs

[@yenlouis6803]

Base on your personal opinion which city in Nigeria is the best for a foreigner to move to?

[@toyinowoade3907]

Lagos or Abuja or Ibadan or Osun state

[@thenigeriannomad]

Great answer!

[@topluck1805]

I like how you do say the prices in naira even in all Ur other videos

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thanks!

[@willabelleiribhogbe259]

I don’t think banana island is that cheap. A four bedroom apartment in 1004 estates is about five million naira on average for just rent

[@thenigeriannomad]

that sounds about right for banana island. sometimes even more than that v

[@tinabell540]

Bayo thanks so much for your time the USA Living is so much more

[@thenigeriannomad]

It really is! UNLESS you like to live large. Lagos can get expensive if you allow it to be. ha

[@gracedupfol9190]

Good job and thanks 🙏🏾

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you oooh :)

[@kasmirsdaughter6211]

A almost cried when he said an exchange rate of N380.

[@HpMshelia]

Usd rate and is unstable however average#1200 to #1500 per $

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thanks for watching

[@teribrown1311]

Nigerians are very positive about their education, why is infrastructure, like water and electricity so poor in the country?

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thanks for watching!

[@OlasticViews]

Lezzz gooo💃🏾💃🏾

[@thenigeriannomad]

hahaha YES!!

[@dejiakinbode5715]

what is the average wage or salary of a Lagosian. The numbers sounds really go for people out of the country but it super expensive for Nigerians.

[@thenigeriannomad]

The wage is very low in Nigeria. The range is wide but I know some people make $300 - $600 a month. off course some people earn a lot more depending on their role at their job.

[@manas457]

Coming from India next week

[@thenigeriannomad]

Nice

[@LIFEWITHEMMANUEL]

BLESS UP🙏🏾

[@thenigeriannomad]

thanks oh

[@rimikedaramola2574]

very good information

[@thenigeriannomad]

Thank you!

[@otkeeplearning]

Thanks for sharing Bayo this was very helpful. I have a question. As a Nigerian born in the diaspora, what's the deal with National Youth Service? Do we have to complete it in order to get a local job or start a business?

[@thenigeriannomad]

you are welcome. this is a great question. I have often wondered what the significance of it is. I don't think you need it to get a local job or start a business though

[@otkeeplearning]

@@thenigeriannomad thanks for the response. 👍🏿

[@adonye1306]

You don’t have to complete NYSC to start a business however, you must complete it to get a job in company in Nigeria whether private or government. You also must have it if you ever intend to be in politics. If you graduated before 30, you must do the NYSC regardless of whatever age you are right now. If you graduated after 30, you can apply for an exemption certificate and get it moving. Now, you can get away with working for a company in Nigeria without doing NYSC however, they can’t hire you as a permanent staff. You would reflect in the records as a contract staff. Happy to answer any other questions you might have.

[@otkeeplearning]

@@adonye1306 wow, thanks for taking the time to write this. This is so helpful. Blessings to you 🙏🏿. Final question, how long does it take to complete it?

[@adonye1306]

@@otkeeplearning You're welcome. It takes a year. There's a 3 week period where you go to a camp in the state you're posted to. Then after that you're sent to an office or a school in that state for about 11 months.

[@tonykollar6870]

I spoke with one guy from Ananda state and he said his brother makes 200-300$ a month and has not even money to move to Lagos... And many people work just get a food

[@thenigeriannomad]

Yes oooh

[@olaegbebi2594]

I WILL YOU TO TALK ABOUT SECURITY NIGERIA AND HOW TO GET ONE

[@DeeDee-nb9tx]

Hi, I have a boyfriend in Lagos Nigeria for 2 years now. I live in the States and of course I help him out with the expenses monthly. I send him like $1500/ mo. and he still says that it's not enough to live from. It's just him in the house. He says that food prices has increased tremendously.... and he does not drive. He takes Uber everywhere but I am getting tired☹️. He says that the exchange rate are much lower that N380 at times that you talk about. I don't understand all of that, but I know that I can't continue like this. Any advice?☹️

[@thenigeriannomad]

My Advice is that if you cannot continue like that ? then don't :) He will find a way.

[@DeeDee-nb9tx]

@@thenigeriannomad Thank you very much for replying back to me. When I said I couldn't continue, I didn't mean to not help him, but...that's a lot of money for him to yet complain of him not being able to survive. I have a trip planned for June to be with him, hopefully I will learn for myself how things are there.

[@DeeDee-nb9tx]

🤣🤣🤣, I heard you!!! Thank you 🙏

[@DeeDee-nb9tx]

Thank you for the responses. I have thought over things very carefully and I have made that decision to leave him. With the amount of money he's receiving from me every month, he should be living like a king (not to offend anyone). He should have a business, a car and everything else that he needs. The hardest thing to accept is TRUTH ☹️. I'm being used most definitely.💔

[@DeeDee-nb9tx]

@Dara Opeaiye Amen 🙏