'JOBS IN NIGERIA: BE WARNED' Expat

JOBS IN NIGERIA: BE WARNED

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TONY (86.13.221.31) -

JOBS IN NIGERIA.

I AM A NIGERIAN, AND I HAVE LIVED IN NIGERIA FOR OVER 30 YEARS BEFORE MOVING TO THE UK FOR STUDIES.

I WANT TO SINCERELY WARN THOSE WHO ARE SAYING THAT THEY GOT A JOB OFFER AND THEY ARE ASKING THEM TO PAY MONEY FOR VISA. DON'T EVER GIVE ANYBODY MONEY FOR VISA.IT IS COMPLETE FRAUD, CALLED 419 IN NIGERIA.IF THE COMPANY HAS SO MUCH MONEY TO HIRE YOU FROM ABROAD, THEN THEY SHOULD HAVE MONEY TO PAY FOR YOUR VISA, WHICH IS USUALLY VERY CHEAP WHEN COMPARED TO WHAT YOU GET FROM THE DEVLOPED WORLD. AND A FAR CRY FROM WHAT THE FRAUDSTERS ARE ASKING YOU TO GIVE. PLEASE DON'T GIVE.

IF YOU HAVE GOT A JOB OFFER THERE ARE THINGS YOU SHOULD DO.

1. GO TO NIGERIAN EMBASSY IN YOUR COUNTRY, TELL THEM ABOUT THE OFFER.

2 GET INFORMATION ABOUT THE COMPANY FROM THE EMBASSY AND CALL THEM.

3. IF IT IS AN INTERNATIONAL COMPANY CALLED THEIR OVERSEAS OFFICE.

4. THERE ARE HUNDEDS OF THOUSANDS OF OTHER NATIONAS LIVING IN NIGERIA (ESPECIALLY INDIANS AND PAKISTANIS), SO GET IN TOUCH WITH FELLOW COUNTRY MEN WHO WOULD GIVE GOOD ADVICE.

HAVING SAID THAT, NIGERIA IS A VERY GOOD COUNTRY FOR THOSE WHO HAVE GOT GENUINE OFFERS. EXPATRIATES ARE WELL PAID ABOVE THE LOCALS. MOST EXPATRIATES LIVE FAR BETTER THAT THOSE IN DEVELOPED COUNTRIES(US AND OTHERS). FOR INSTANCE, IF YOU GET A GOOD ENGINEERING OFFER, YOU MAY BE ENTITLED TO GOOD SALARY (BOTH DOLLARS AND LOCAL CURRENCY), HOUSING, CARS, COOK, GARDENER, E.T.C.

ON SAFETY, NIGERIA IS RELATIVELY SAFE JUST LIKE MOST PARTS OF THE WORLD, WITH ISOLATED VIOLENCE. BUT THIS LITTLE VIOLENCE ARE USUALLY BLOWN OVER BY THE WESTERN MEDIA. THE PEOPLE ARE VERY FRIENDLY.

MY ADVICE IS, IF THE OFFER IS GENUINE, TAKE IT, YOU WILL ENJOY.

BUT REMEMBER DO NOT GIVE ANYONE ANY MONEY.

REMAIN BLESSED.

Reply #1 Akeel Hassan (59.94.253.87) -

Thanks Tony for the Information ..And I am doing the same as you said because I have also got the Job offer..can you help me in providing some numbers in Abuja so that I will confirm the things.......

regards

Reply #2 tony (86.13.221.31) -

The best things is to go to the Nigeria embassy in your country and inform them of the offer. They will guide you about the procedure. meanwhile you can give me the name of the company and then I can give you the number to call, and also make some inquiries for you. But remeber don't ever give anybody any money.

Reply #3 Marshall (117.198.240.148) -

my name is marshall.

plz help me on this i got a job in nigeria. i dont no what to now the job offer is from nigerian airlines company , plz

plz help me on this.

Reply #4 Marshall (117.198.241.55) -

Dear All ,

plz help me on this , Nigerian offer

Reply #5 Jaco Coetzee (41.208.48.64) -

Please give some info , where would be the best accomodation (a nice big house with swimming pool, airconditioning etc in Lagos/Abuja)Where do you find reliable domestic help/gardener etc

Reply #6 dhirendra chopra (123.239.31.41) -

I have been offerred a job with SONA Group at Lagos in Nigeria with local pay of N70, 000 (single status) with house, servant, car with driver and also benefits. I am an indian and will be travelling outside hte country for the first time. By qualification, I am a chartered accountant. Please advise, if i should accept the offer and join. The person who interviewed (Director)was an Indian and Head of Group Finance is also an Indian

Look forward to your sincere advise/ comments

dhirendra chopra

Reply #7 Anil (121.245.183.130) -

How safe to work and live in Otta near Lagos, Nigeria?

Reply #8 krunal sinha (41.205.164.103) -

Both Mr. Anil & Mr. Chopra, sona is good group & to work in otta there is no problem, depend in ur luck ok. in otta may be more then 100 indians r working

Reply #9 Santoshkumar Mahabadi (115.240.43.167) -

Please me to get the job in Nigeria

Reply #10 Kevin Armstrong from United Kingdom (Contact Member) -

I have been offered a position with the above company, but have my doubts.

Does anyone know if they are legit.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Reply #11 venkatesh (219.64.128.124) - 08/25/09 12:25

hi,

I got an offer from chanrai group located in Lagos. I am achartered Accountant from India. How much should i ask.What is the cost of living. what is the level of security. I have a small kid and wife.

Reply #12 Himayat H Masood (99.244.93.58) - 09/08/09 12:07

Mr. Dhirendra

I do not know how long ago you asked the question though but I would say you should also have been offered a handsome amount of salary in US dollars abroad apart from what you are offered.

Guys am I right?

Wish u all the best

Reply #13 Joe (210.176.241.93) - 10/26/09 08:47

"Bloggs"

To Kevin:

If you are referring to Sona Breweries, yes, it is an established company. It is hard to address your doubts without you asking a specific question.

To Venkatesh:

It's difficult to advise you on what salary package you should ask for. Try your luck basically. Security in Lagos is reasonable but has room for improvement. You and your family should be OK. Some security precautions are necessary

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