Safety in Nigeria

Hi KEvin!

Did you push through your plan? I also have an offer in Nigeria and that is also my concern.

For those who can enlighten us on this matter, we appreciate it.

Thanks..

They(media and the clueless) do try to make it sound more dangerous than it is actually. And I agree with Leo. Truth is, we have plenty of expats in Nigeria and if you don't take any excessive risks with your safety, you will be just fine. Stay within VI or other quiet suburbs and don't stay out too late or if you do wait till about 5am to start making your way back.

You can learn more on my website, http://www.business-travel-nigeria.com

Hope this helps.

Last edited by Mikedefault (2009-10-25 22:24:10)

My husband has an offer to relocate with his company to Abuja. I would really appreciate some advise on british schools, safety, health care and the standard of living.

thanks

Security in Abuja is higher than anywhere else in Nigeria.
I was there recently and took the following pictures.

http://www.business-travel-nigeria.com/ … res-1.html

Kevin.Pollitt wrote:

I am currently looking for a change in jobs, I am employed in Oil & Gas Construction in Doha, Qatar at the moment in HSSE.

There is a possibility of a job offer in Nigeria. Both my wife and myself are interested in the job, however people are telling us that it is not safe.

Can anyone please let us know how things are over there?

Is is safe?

Thanks for your help guys, look forward to hearing your comments.

For starters, you are better off with a trusted workmate. Truth be told nobody is safe, you just dont make the number/census in the news.
Try not to keep late nights and if you do be in company of other trusted friends........note my emphasis on trust!

when hanging out, dont get invovled in anything that leads to giving out personal information on residence/income etc. Always pay close attention to your mobile phones/cards/wallet. I guess you'd be pretty much safe anywhere in nigeria.