MOVE TO NIGERIA WITH A CHILD | MOVE FROM UK TO NIGERIA W/ TOLA | It's Iveoma
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- čas přidán 8. 09. 2020
- This video is about how to move to Nigeria with a child. Tola talks about her move from the UK To Nigeria.
This was a fantastic chat because I FINALLY get to talk to a parent who moved back with a young child (2 years old). Tola moved back in 2016 and explains her move back to Lagos, Nigeria. She starts from why she decided to move to Nigeria as a single mom, why she feels comfortable putting her child into a private school here, talks about NYSC, talks about taking a pay cut of over 50%, breaks down how to get a nanny, and recommends certain hospitals in the city. This was such an informative interview with Tola!! Loved it. This is real life in Lagos, Nigeria.
1. 1:00 (why she moved back to Lagos Nigeria with her child)
2. 5:43 (looking for a job)
3. 7:00 (salary for jobs)
4. 7:56 (NYSC)
5. 9:06 (Worried about stigma as a single mom)
6. 10:32 (Would she do it again, moving back to Lagos Nigeria w/child)
7. 12:14 (Advice to other parents moving back to Nigeria with children)
8. 17:42 (Process for choosing a nanny through an agency)
9. 21:47 (Difference between UK/Nigerian school, goes on to talk about price)
10. 23:43 (How to choose a good school)
11. 28:44 (Healthcare in Nigeria for children)
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I finally got to chat with Tola, a returnee who moved back with a CHILD!!! WOOHOOO!! Time stamps:
1. 1:00 (why she moved back to Lagos Nigeria with her child)
2. 5:43 (looking for a job)
3. 7:00 (salary for jobs)
4. 7:56 (NYSC)
5. 9:06 (Worried about stigma as a single mom)
6. 10:32 (Would she do it again, moving back to Lagos Nigeria w/child)
7. 12:14 (Advice to other parents moving back to Nigeria with children)
8. 17:42 (Process for choosing a nanny through an agency)
9. 21:47 (Difference between UK/Nigerian school, goes on to talk about price)
10. 23:43 (How to choose a good school)
11. 28:44 (Healthcare in Nigeria for children)
Hi Iveoma, I'm an Architect in the states, how can we partner with you guys who have returned? May be you can brainstorm and make a video on that.
Tola is really beautiful
@Victoria Akoms I did think about this too
Education was a big motivating factor that my father wanted us to move to Nigeria. The only thing I would tell parents (especially if you are considering boarding school) really consider what experience you want your child to have especially if you are not around to monitor them. Boarding school can be rough even in the good private schools make sure to have good communication with your child so that you aren't finding things out after the fact
Great tips @ boarding school and open parent/child communication!!
Brilliant point. A lot of traumatic experiences in those "really good" UK boarding schools
That’s fun of it. It doesn’t need to be easy lol. That’ll teach you a lot in life.
@@angelawaken7731 This has gone over your head, dear.
Nothing as beautiful as seeing your little one having so much fun and getting so much love from people who treat her like she belongs! Racism=0.
Thanks for having me Iveoma and making it such an easy process
Of course Tola, I learned so much from you!!
Thank you Tola for not holding back any of the details,
Very informative
O J Thanks a lot!
I really enjoyed listening to you. You're one smart lady. Good luck with it.
Ice Ada Thank you so much for the lovely comment ❤️
single mom like myself who is moving to africa, childcare is super expensive here in the states, monthly tuition equivalent to a two year college.
Thank you for this. We have been looking for videos on people with kids. It's so hard. We plan to come and stay in the summer and it's so hard to know what to expect. My kids are much older, but this is good to see. Thank you!!!
Thanks Ive, moving to Nigeria from the U.s Next year, I am drained with 3 kids, I told hubby can’t do it no more without help.moving to Portharcourt , and I just can’t wait, I know I am going to love it, because there is help and I have got plans 4 myself too😍
Did you end up moving? I’m moving too and need to know how it went for you
I think what Tola was trying to say is the education system in Nigeria gives you that “can do” attitude towards work.
I clicked on this video as soon as I saw it; ooooh it was good. The woman you interviewed is super blessed.✨Funny enough, I also moved to Nigeria from US with a 7 year old. He adjusted better than me! Lol Iveoma, May God continue to bless you for creating this channel; you are saving lives frfr! Lol
Why do returnees have to survive off of way more money than the natives...is village living out of the question and if so why is that
@@powerassata I plan to move to ibadan..avoid Lagos and Abuja..way too expensive...or choose cheaper options...good thing about Nigeria is you can survive on any thing
Extremely informative video. Thank you!
Kudos to Tola, you have shown a fantastic example of a single mother.
This was really eye opening, especially the maid part...Lagos has surely changed! I cant wait!!
This was great and really informative!
Thanks a million for this video. We are moving to Lagos with 3 children, none of us are Nigerians and we are going for entrepreneurship so that is quite (very) insightful!!!!
It’s cool to move in here, but, since you’re non-Nigerian, I would like to suggest to u as a Man that u come for feasibility studies, then if u find it okay, u can then bring in your family. You are always welcome in Nigeria.
@@moholugbenga8879 thanks, we've actually already done it and visite Lagos last year!
Veronique dos reis alright. I wish you all the best in your proposal.
Awesome 👏🏿
@@veroniquedosreis4819 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Another great interview....thanks!!!
Thank you for watching!!
This was very informative. Thank you, Iveoma. I enjoy your videos.
❤️❤️ Thank you!!
It literally just watched this non stop from afar it appeared like ladies' chitchat but I ve learnt quite a lot.I m really second guessing my recent move to the UK ,on discovering the heavy tax culture ,but at the same time the exchange rate makes having a dual life in Nigeria very attractive.Being a doctor, I mostly have a physical job so earning virtually isn't really gonna work :) .My final submission is that being dual is the best way for a human to live u can have the best of both worlds ,I will definitely look back at Nigeria because it's the place where no one will ask me for my identity but also establish a firm footing in the UK.
I just want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for this content honestly is so amazing seeing different perspectives God bless you 🤎🤎🤎🤎
Aww Thank you! That's it! I am trying to show different perspectives on moving back.
Iveoma, this is an awesome interview; y'all talked about all the essential topics when moving back with a child or even if you don't have children this is definitely need to know info. Thank you! 😊
Iveoma, you are very good at interviewing.... Great job
Extremely educative and informative video. Tolani shared the real and I am here for it. Being a single mum is not easy at all any where in the world but one thing I will say is that her family are amazing people. They have provided her the best support ever . A lot of people who may want to
May lack this and so have to think hard prior to doing this. First time watching and I had to subscribe and hey to host of this channel you’ve got a good spirit that is welcoming.
Honestly a brilliant conversation you guys just bounced off each other! Thanks for sharing this :)
🙏🙏🙏 Thank you Sis. I needed this one.
Iveoma, you are looking more beautiful by the day. More grease to your elbow.
LOL! Thank you!!
Isn't she Radiant?
this is very insightful, well done for the great job...
😊 Thank you!
Thanks alot for this video, lveoma and Lola. Love it
I really enjoyed this, I enjoy pretty much all your videos but it still bears repeating!
LOL! 🤣😂 Thank you 🙏🏾
Nice interview good to hear her story , this will be very helpful to would be returnee.
I just love you Iveoma...you may not know it but you are saving lives❤️
🥰 Thank you ❤️
Nice video Iveoma. This is very informative for parents or future parents that plan to move to Nigeria. Also, I didn't know health insurance coverage is offered in Nigeria. That is a plus.
Thanks for this video, it's really helped a lot ❤️
Nice one's.. Tola and Iveoma 🇳🇬🌍
🥰 See my bestie! I miss her so much! But I’m so happy and proud that she moved back!
Wow!! Every time I see an interview or article concerning one of my friends, I get so excited LOL
Awww my good sis. Miss you too girl 😘
It's Iveoma just be watching and smiling lol 😅
I don’t have a child but this vid is really helpful for those who may want to raise children in Nigeria in the future. Super insightful! Thank you.
Interesting and educational one. Cheers
Thank you for watching 🙏🏾
Good job sister 👏. More grace
“Blackboard and wooden table”.....
🤣😂🤣😂....
me watching nimbe last night .
I dey cry oooo !!!
🤣😂🤣
Believe me that was the movie I remembered to at that part.
Very informative!
Right!! So much info!!
She is from a wealthy family, her experiences is atypical. So, do your own research.
My sentiments exactly. Made it sound so easy. We know it is not... if you come from a not so wealthy or influential background.
For every favour she has had someone else would suffer for months of trial and error just to achieve peace of mind.... and that is for ONE favour.
It would be nice to hear from a single mom that is typical.
I am in the UK with 4kids, not single though and I know that moving to Nigeria would be the worst mistake for now. I know no one there 🙄
Great interview Iveoma. New subscriber.
Very educative 💝💖💝
I must say you brilliant on how you conduct interviews. Very informative and covers a lot. Well done beautiful lady..
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice video am watching from the 🇬🇧
You should've allowed her to elaborate on her NYSC experiences as a returnee. Maybe a topic for another video
Great and useful info. Thanks
My pleasure!
I love your channel. Been binge watching your videos from yesterday morning 😂 great content, very informative. I'm from South Africa. I stumbled upon your SARS video because i saw on Twitter #ENDSARS and i came to youtube to see what is it all about, and your video on the topic popped up and I've been watching ever since
Awesome!!
Great video!
Thank you so much!
I enjoyed this video. It gave a different perspective. The funniest part is that her daughter has her own social life😂
Where have you been Iveoma?😊 I haven't seen your videos since "Malaria Dealt With Me" & Bootcamp so I thought maybe you were recuperating or chilling from the strains of Pandemic life. Now I'm getting a galore of well welcome videos. I will have to check your list to ensure that I didn't miss an opportunity to view, like & comment. Your consent is valuable, but I also appreciate much about your channel. You're pleasant, intelligent, educated, professional, sofisticated, fun, genuine, civil, thoughtful, thorough, respectful of self & others. Congrats & getting through your first rainy season & thanks for all the tips.
I have been right here. 😁 Wow! Thank you so much for the kind words!! I am glad that you were able to catch up on so many videos from me. Something is going on with the notifications, pretty frustrating but I will figure out what the issue is. And start pushing my own email list more.
Go Tola 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
She looks like one of,the nigerian Actresses, she Is gorgeous.
Nice interview
Thank you!!
Hello, I stumbled across your channel looking for expats moving to Lagos. My father is from Calabar but lives in the states. I never been to Nigeria but something is pulling me there. I finish my masters in higher education and was interested and working as a principal in one of the international school. My son is 11 and I am a single mother. My son is high functioning autism but a straight A student. I’m nervous about the schools for my son. I’m not worried about adjusting to Africa. I am nervous about my son school and the way he will be treated. Although he is super smart and talks a lot. I just want him to be able to get a great education like he does in the US
Excellent!
Very informative
Yup, I thought so too!
Dear Tola, firstly I commend you for your efforts especially with regards to your little one. I just want to say that my younger sister who actually got most of her education abroad relocated back to Nigeria to complete her secondary education, which was a private school. Also she attended a reputable "private" university in Nigeria and she finished with a 2:1, from there she came to the UK to do her post graduate degree at Birmingham University. And again she did brilliantly. My point is, don't rule out Nigerian universities, depending on her interest.
Thanks so much
Tola shows that you also need to plan becoming a parent.
Please do a video on Insurance and good HOSPITALS..love your show.
Oh so excited for this video as soon as I saw the headline. I've been thinking about bringing my son back. I go back and forth between The US and Lagos . i'm also as a single mom but I feel bad when I leave my son in the US for 3 months at a time. So excited for this insight! Thank you for sharing!
See, my video is right on time for you then!! Lol I have been looking for returnee parents to chat with what they had to think about with a child.
It's Iveoma yes thanks so much. I didn't even know they had health insurance in Nigeria 🙈 really happy to hear that. Coming from the Cali where we pay $300+ a month in health insurance 🙄🙄🙄that price Tola mentioned sounds like nothing! Lol. Even the tuition isn't bad, I'm paying those high prices here the US for my son so if I can get that price or less for the same standard I'm all for it!!! I went to school in Nigeria as a kid and I remember it being very good even though I got my ass beat by my teacher😭😭, I hope they don't practice that anymore in schools. I'll just need to figure out how to find these top schools in Lagos. Thanks a bunch for this insight. I'll be doing my research when I come back in a couple of months. I hope to meet you also!
Fun idea for a video!
I would love to hear about how to rent a car in Lagos, for those of us that don't want to be in Uber's this holiday, are there companies that do short rentals, prices etc . I'm so tired of waiting 30mins-1hour for an uber to find my address only for the driver to cancel on me 🤦🏾♀️ happens to me every holiday period in Lagos.
Honestly great video suggestions!! Let me investigate!!
Many health insurance companies in Nigeria. They are called HMO and cover various aspects of healthcare.. The big ones in HMO...Zenith, Liberty Health, Medexia, Redcare, Hygeia etc...
African Truly awesome thank you! Will look into it forsure
The best
I don't have a child yet but I want to use this video for future reference!
I know right. I am doing the same thing. LOL
No two experience can be the same. She is from a rich family and never aspire to be a single mother
Bukky O. What’s wrong with being a single parent? And besides she made very valid points that can be tailored to anyone that wants to move to another country and has a child.
@@victoriateniolalarunsi Did you jusk ask me, "what is wrong being a single parent?". Good luck if that is your ambition
Please I need advice, I am planning to move back to Nigeria with my 7 years old daughter.
👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
When you do interviews with parents can you ask them whether the children are learning their native language?
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Huh thank God for USA, after high school in Nigeria came back to attend university and I don’t have to pay as international students.
I think the university fees in the U.K. are not as high as it is in the USA. Student loans are also better in the U.K. than the USA
We can it day care services here in Uganda where by you take your child to a pre-school take her in the morning pick her in the evening. It's too expensive also in Uganda too
It's called daycare in the US too LOL!! I literally couldn't think of the name!!
We have it in Nigeria too is the same name daycare
Great topic my dear, try to b-roll whenever possible, use stills, or stock video to cover portions of the interview to lessen the talking head effect. Also, you can do stand up inserts, and narration tracks throughout the piece to sumerize or explain complicated information spoken by the guest.
Very valid points raised, but she didnt talk about security. 9ice.
Do you mean security in school for her child?
@@IveomaMedia No No! I mean security in Nigeria. Just like she talked about healthcare and jobs
Security depends on what part of Nigeria you recide. Southern states are well secured. Northern states not too secured due to Islamic fanatics.
@@africantruly8857 Even in the north, insecurity issue is mostly in the villages. We have got Christians in the north to just like you find muslims in the south too. You should watch kheengz video I am north on CZcams, it's all stereotype.
Your family are rich only rich and poor there and you are lucky they are rich.
In nigeria there are poor, middle class, rich and the super rich.
Interesting that Tola is planning for not being able to afford the international university rates, there's being 'prepared' and then there is meagre mindset. Parenthood is also about the child.
I didn’t say I couldn’t afford international fees. But if my child is a UK citizen then why wouldn’t I do what I can so she can pay home rates? 🤔
The morale of the story: if you don’t have any connections, then naija is not for you
lol, I didn't have any connections before I came back ooo. You build them, it takes time though.
So wa dada nu?
So wa dada?
Bow wa ni?
Bow? 😄 It's "Ba wo ni".
Ask her does she have single family members since her family is so big lol
Yes, a lot actually
This Tola sef... she could kuku say her family owns Lagos!
But what she says is valid for large extended families with a lot of educated middle class individuals.
@@ADE-of-LAGOS I was raised in Lagos by higly educated middle class parents. If that's the case, why are many Nigerians still poor? I could tell Iveoma was not ready for the bourgeois transition she had. Not hating at all...I've enjoyed my fair share of luxury but the interview would have been so much more realistic from someone who never had that easy life before they went overseas. I have met a lot of people who have never been to Lagos except to go to the embassy before they travelled. So forgive me if I do not share in your enthusiasm.
@@LAFONESS Is it not fair to present returnees of different social class per their origin? As there are poor Nigerians, there are also relatively fewer well to do ones. They all need to be showcased. Nigerians being poor have nothing to do solely with education. As a yoruba, wealth creation was part of our culture before entry of Europeans, and thats why we have a word called "Aje" (commerce and wealth) in our vocabulary with a deity so named. But the system we are copying plus the greed of the so-called leaders have "killed" the wealth creating part of the people across board.
@@ADE-of-LAGOS At this point you should explain this on your youtube channel while you gloat at your Lagos yoruba wealth because that is definitely not what I was referring to when I made my comment 😒. You failed to comprehend my response which resulted in lack of emotional intelligence on your part. Like I said, pardon me if I don't share in your enthusiasm 😏.
@@LAFONESS what exactly are u trying to insinuate
She was playing with sand 😂
It's true they still play with sand and water at my daughters school at age 5. I am the free teacher at home