Mike
@Sandman6
English expat in Nigeria
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About me
English
Lives in Lagos
Speaks English, conversational French, Pigdin
Registration: 17 May 2009
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New members of the Nigeria forum, introduce yourself here – 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Nigeria forum? DonÂ’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
My 4th time around in Nigeria in 18 years. There's even a new bridge between Lekki and Ikoyi. And a good new bar called Shades on VI (next to the Indonesian embassy) that makes excellent suya. Read More
Job offer with Saipem - Well site supervisor by searc177
Hello All, Any other oil field consultants around? Has anyone seen this before? in my Saipem contract---As required by the current Nigeria Labour Law Act section 59 of 2008, All Íæż½ã½ãriates are required to born all the expenses regarding the ...
Green eggs and SCAM Avoid like a dose of the clap Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
I'm applying on an Intra-company transfer and was hoping that it would be approved a lot quicker than 30 days. The French guy who sits opposite me also came in on an intra-company last month and his WP took just 5 working days at the SA Embassy in ... Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take? Read More
Got a offer in Platinum group by srinivasj
Hi, i got a offer in Platinum group. how is the company? Lagos is the location company provided, accomodation,transportation. local salary 1 00 000 Naira is it good enough for living with family (2+2) what is the annula leave policy in that ...
Why don't you ask them the questions yourself? Read More
Safe To Travel to Nigerian Cities - Port Harcourt,Lagos, Kano, Katsina by omarsiddiqui
My name is Omar and I'm travelling to Nigeria and I need your advice in this regard. I'm visiting Lagos, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Kano and Katsina. How safe are these cities to travel ? I'm travelling alone. Although the locals will pick me up at Port ...
You are an idiot Read More
Going to Dubai Next Week! Looking for Good Friends! by philano79
Hi Everybody, I am a Jordanian multinational man (34 years). I will have a business/leisure trip to Dubai next week (5 days). I would love to meet new friends and have good times and fun there. If there is anybody interested, please send me a ...
He's after a shag. Sad bloke Read More
that nigerian girl by tintin226
Hi everyone, I'm new here and I just like making friends. I'm nigerian and I live in lagos and basically have a deep knowledge of the people and the environs. If you have any questions or feel you are about to be ripped of (which is practically the ...
Keep well clear...she wan chop oyibo moni! Read More
Safe To Travel to Nigerian Cities - Port Harcourt,Lagos, Kano, Katsina by omarsiddiqui
My name is Omar and I'm travelling to Nigeria and I need your advice in this regard. I'm visiting Lagos, Port Harcourt, Uyo, Kano and Katsina. How safe are these cities to travel ? I'm travelling alone. Although the locals will pick me up at Port ...
Do not travel to any of the northern states or cities if you are a westerner, or dress like a westerner. Boko Haram have declared open season on westerners and you will present an easy target to these idiots. Stay well clear. Read More
I can't send private messages anymore by Guestuser452
Hi there.I've been away for a while just got back in here today and I can't send private messages anymore. Was told to introduce myself at the forum before I could send private messages.I have done that but I still can't send messages to friends. ...
Get your post count up.... 10? innit? Read More
affordable health supplements & TCM in dubai? where can u find these? by aha007
does anyone know where in dubai is the best way to get high-quality affordable health supplements? and specifically, where i could find SAM-e, Chlorella? also 2 Chinese Herbal Teapill formulas- "Pe Min Kan Wan" (allergies) or Free and Easy ...
If you're ever close to Abu Dhabi, there's a good store which sells organic foods and supplements in Masdar City (next to AD international airport). My wife (who is in remission from gastric cancer) imports most of the herbs she needs from ... Read More
pregnancy and best maternity hospital in lagos by mari70
Hi! I am going to move to Lagos very soon I am pregnant and worried which is the best maternity hospital? thank you!
Not at all...hope all goes well for you! Read More
pregnancy and best maternity hospital in lagos by mari70
Hi! I am going to move to Lagos very soon I am pregnant and worried which is the best maternity hospital? thank you!
Not at all. I don't remember the name of the doctor who made the delivery, but he was extremely professional throughout. I'd suggest that the best thing to do (to put your mind at ease) would be to pay them a visit yourself. Read More
pregnancy and best maternity hospital in lagos by mari70
Hi! I am going to move to Lagos very soon I am pregnant and worried which is the best maternity hospital? thank you!
My wife did her pre/post natal and birth at George's Memorial Medical Centre, which is located in the Lekki Phase 1 estate, just off Admiralty Way. She had a straightforward, conventional birth, no complications other than an 11 hour labour. The ... Read More
EXPAT BLOG CINEMA CLUB by pabbm
Hi All, Up until recently we had all been meeting up on a regular basis for a dinner, maybe a movie, and some other random activities, as part of the Íæż½ã½ã Meet-up Group: /forum/viewtopic.php?id=104022 I would like to say ...
The organizer went back to live in India. Dead post, or organize something yourself Read More