NewStats: 3,264,047 , 8,182,414 topics. Date: Monday, 09 June 2025 at 12:28 PM 6s4t5q

This "Japa" thing, eh? It’s not something anyone can fully explain to another person.

People will always have opinions about the decisions you make, often forgetting that life is meant to be explored—whether in Nigeria or elsewhere.

As someone who recently relocated, I can confidently say that both Nigeria 🇳🇬 and the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 have their good, bad, and ugly sides.

For example, in my opinion, unemployment in the UK feels almost nonexistent because there’s always something to do. The same applies to Nigeria, but the key difference is that in Nigeria, salaries often aren’t enough to sustain you.

I’ve worked several low-level jobs in Nigeria—security guard, immunization staff, private school teacher, and customer service. With those jobs, the pay barely allowed me to feed comfortably. It wasn’t until I landed a data job paying about ₦800k that I started to feel like Nigeria wasn’t so bad after all. With that salary, I was living relatively well. However, I still chose to relocate because I wanted to explore international job markets, and I know I can always return to my Nigerian job if necessary.

Here’s the thing: if you’re earning well from a job or business and can comfortably afford healthcare and other essentials, there’s no need to abandon all that just to “Japa,” unless you’re sure you can secure the same level of comfort abroad. But if you’re struggling in Nigeria and have a sponsor, bro, take the chance.

The elite and politicians? They’ve got investments earning them foreign currency, so they don’t care if the naira collapses to ₦3,000 per dollar. Think about it—they have dual citizenships, foreign residency, or second ports. Trusting them to prioritize the country’s progress feels naive. Maybe I'll start trusting them when I start seeing results

Relocation isn’t about running away; it’s about seeking better opportunities for growth. And , nobody tied you to one spot. If it’s not working in the UK, move back to Nigeria—or vice versa, if you have the means. Keep exploring.

Life is flexible.

Donchieli:
Shey Monaco na country ni

yes

Tolzeal:


I got 5KGBP with AQUA. You can have a look.
But be careful not to use over 25% per card and the APR is about 30% .

Please explain the APR..is it like yearly interest

Some might say it permitted in certain religion...that she stole and that the consequence.

Humans!

EE will give you any phone of your choice.

Globalshaper:
Good day, house

Please I need clarity on my credit journey.

In a quest to ramp up my credit history to position for early mortgage in the UK…

- I have tried to upgrade my contract only sim with Vodafone to phone + sim but got declined.

- I have tried to open (activate) my Experian , also got declined because my details can’t be verified.

- My credit score with transunion seems to be crawling at 562 after 5 months of being in the UK.

- I didn’t qualify for CapitalOne Card.

- ClearScore (Equifax) didn’t also give me much product option

It’s looking to me like building my credit history will take minimum of 2 years to even begin the journey. Yet I keep seeing people here having fantastic credit score after 5 months of being in the Uk or getting a mortgage after 2 years.


My question:
What practical steps can I take to ramp up my credit history and position for early mortgage with my short UK residence history?


Thanks you 🙏

Hmmm, Japa 2.0...

Boscojugunu:
I am already in the UK. Do I still need to show POF for myself or just the children

Exactly what I would like to know. I'm 3 months in with my spouse @dduchess90. Thanks in advance

dduchess90:
Hello

Freelancing is still a job so yes it adds to it

I don’t know the nitty gritty within HMRC but there are certainly ways to find out

Be guided

Cheers

Hello dduchess90


Thanks

Datakey:
Good morning house.
I'm 2 months in the UK. And I just checked my credit score on experian and it is 771. How do I boost it up? And can I apply for a credit card now ? And if yes, how do I go about that

How did you grow it to 700+ ? mine is 551.

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mimilyrics:
Your employment letter and payslips (if they match your bank statement for that period).
Don't forget to include their details too.

Hello, regarding the reference letter....is it the same reference letter used for school application or a different reference letter addressed to the embassy.

Also, my last place of employment was for 6months working as a volunteer. And this is what i ised to secure my ission. Will it suffice assuming the ission reference is what is needed.

Boss, so sorry if we are asking too many question many times. can you help us with a step by step breakdown for this convera. Does it mean we can't get exactly the official naira rate convera quoted for the school?

jorez:
You have to pay with domiciliary bro,I am not sure Naira payment works,I paid with a domiciliary

This is good for competition except they are acquiring multichoice.
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chinae:

The link you provided isn't linking.

Kindly drop your .

So sorry you can reach me on WhatsApp via this number 08060

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Hello Auto Expert,

Which do you think is better to approach when buying a used car.

solepager:


I read one of your chats about an interview sometime back at Kimberly and Clark. Can I shoot you an email?

oh okay

solepager:



Hello sir

hello

pyruvateluv:


Yes it is or you try the unilag hrdc program

Really, and no difference with regular programme? When will application form be on sale

clemclem:



Thanks for the info . Please which of the body is responsible for medical laboratory science ? I will be glad if you can guide . Thanks

I'm also wondering if MLS is classified as professional like others medical degree.

kashamadupe0906:


Oga Henry, BSc and PGD is never the same as masters now.

After PGD, I believe we both know that Masters is next in hierarchy.

u will choose two or more degrees

I Know it's not the same. Anyway u've answered in some ways

234ng44uk:

Just simulate your CRS. Select "2 or more certificates" where it asks "what is your level of education?". Also check your score with a "bachelor's degree" for comparison.

thanks. If someone has a degree in medical lab science and a post graduate diploma (EDUCATION) in NOUN does it apply as two or more degrees? Or must it be Masters

234ng44uk:
Did some simulations. So apparently HND gets a whopping 33 more points for "2 or more certificates" than a BSc?

Fair or not, I guess it's time for Polytechnic graduates to shine!

hi, pls can you share a link with me to understand the two or more certificate part. Or refer me to the page

Good morning justwise and friends. Is Medical laboratory science considered a professional degree to practice in a licensed profession or just bachelor's degree?

abumeinben:


Notifications spose dey notification shades for top of the screen na...normally. but now, after upgrading to Android 8.1, some of them, especially from telegram, would cover the top of the screen, instead of the icon showing in the notification shades, for some seconds.

I had this issue for my WhatsApp sometimes. I did everything but nothing worked until I did a factory reset.

Another update, global version RN5

macbeyland, it will be nice to let us know if any of your package is coming to Lagos so we can share delivery fee with whoever is ordering at that moment..abi we gas pay delivery as sign of commitment ni. Me I fit pay upfront for power bank if you go roll my item with other people will to share delivery fee..

Opistorincos:


Bro, which theme is this? I love it

Nova prime, icon park - mellow dark

gidieberry:
point out d sweetness

Start reading from Pg 1

Xiaomi sweet sha

henry007:


Ifedith, shey you people were arguing about the difference before.

This one is major o

Same thing I dey reason. Global ROM one part on MTN 4G I might be wrong. With global version you can't make mistake

Can we ignore some comments here and focus on getting the best out of Xiaomi phones. If you are quoting some people u make them feel their statement makes sense