Is Nigeria Safe? 6 Important Things To Know Before Travelling To Nigeria
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- čas přidán 25. 06. 2024
- Is Nigeria Safe? Do you have safety and security concerns regarding your planned trip to Nigeria? Are you wondering if Nigeria is safe? Here are the resources to consult when thinking of your safety in Nigeria.
In this video, I share 6 (six) Important Things You Should Know Before Visiting Nigeria.
Before travelling to Nigeria, ensure that you have sorted out your visa, accommodation, and other logistic issues to avoid having setbacks when in the country.
If you are travelling solo, the first thing you need to do is to have a trusted Nigerian contact who will guide you throughout your stay in the country. His/her help would be invaluable as you navigate through the nooks and crannies of your places of interest.
To read more, please click on the links below.
Nigeria travel guide: wakaholic.com/nigeria-travel-g...
Tips for navigating through Nigeria as a foreign tourist: wakaholic.com/tips-for-navigat...
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So glad I found this video! Thank you so much for this. I'm planning a trip to Nigeria with my sisters next year. I will email you. God bless!
My pleasure.
Thanks for promoting Nigeria.
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When I go to Nigeria, I spend several months. I have close family and good friends in Abuja, the capital. Nigerians are beautiful, proud, incredibly kind, trustworthy people! And very smart. Many people say Nigerians are the smartest people in the world. I've never talked to a Nigerian and not been surprised by one thing or another. Challenging place! Beautiful people!
Thanks for sharing your experience. Nigerians are some of the best people you will encounter in life. Good people, great energy.
thanks for your video
My pleasure.
Great video 😀
Thanks
thanks a lot for your valuable comments on nigeria, now I am very much confident to move to lagos after listening to you ma'am ❤❤❤
My pleasure.
Very tru
Nice to hear u and i am planing to visit nigeria. Tell me which time is better to visit nigeria 🙂.
The weather is warm all year and you can visit at anytime. However, to maximize your trip, you may want to avoid the peak of the rainy seasons which is typically between June to September.
Doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy outdoor activities in these months, because there would still be weekly breaks and days with prolonged sunshine.
Peace family.. Have you travelled around the continent? And if so where? And pros and cons? Thank you.. I greatly appreciated both my visits to Tanzania. I can't wait until l find the money to return to the west Afrikan region
You can find information on some of the places I have visited here on my CZcams channel and on my Instagram page - @the_wakaholic
LOL, Nigeria is very safe, There is no wahala here, just make sure to stay in the Southern part.
Do you mean like imo state
@@michellem8077 it's safe
I've seen video of a brother from Kenya travel around Nigeria even up to Kano. No wahala at all or very little. I believe his channel is called sir vic tv
Oto tom what state are safe in nigeria i am from nigeria
I've got a question I want to travel in a group to Nigeria to as like a tour guide travel. Which Nigerian travel companies would be good to book with in advance? As well should I have my visa approved before I make the move with the plane tickets?
Yes, you require a pre-approved visa. The discretion to obtain same before or after you purchase your ticket is yours.
For tour operators, you can research on one depending on the Nigerian city you plan to visit.
Nice information im for India 😊
You’re welcome.
When you come to Delhi.. welcome 🤗
I hear that Nigeria is good country but I hear you have to sharp upstairs and shine your eyes very very well specially when you go to busy areas eg Lagos, abuja
You also have to be smart and exercise common sense in any other destination you visit.
Thank you for this! I am a woman traveling alone and I want to visit Nigeria. My family is horrified and I am trying to ease their worries! I will see if I can retrieve your email as well. Thanks!
Stick around the major cities, practice common sense, have a trusted contact and you’ll be fine.
Sameee
Thank Oto from New York
Nigeria is not a safe country - one has to be very very careful.. just like anywhere, it depends on where you are at and who you know.
I hear Abuja’s National security isn’t very good.
You looking nice
I am traveling to Nigeria in 3 months by myself and my family who is American keeps telling me I could get kidnapped . I’m so nervous after seeing the recent travel advisory 😅
How was your trip?
I was invited to meet in abuja from a friend who lives in imo state i want to go but im nervous lol
Take a flight. 😊
I am AA, if you love the woman then go get your woman... period.. Nigerians got some beautiful babes.. I have been all over Nigeria. i know how to handle myself.. I don't fear black brothers and sisters.. be cautious, but not fearful.. just be alert and aware
@@terradaktal8318 I just found out I have to get a visa first! I’m glad I do my research
I have heard so much dangerous things regarding kiddnappings in Nigeria from my close relatives is it really true tht we need security to travel overthere?
Who are the “we”? I live in Nigeria and I don’t move around with security.
@@thewakaholicI m not at all trying to blame just asking
Crime is everywhere and i lived in Nigeria for like 15 years as an AA, just make sure you know someone and you have a great hosts.. you can be killed in NYC, Chicago, Detroit very very easy as well.. and if you are from the states you know this.
I'm really interested about Nigeria, how safe is it to go around the country alone as a women?
I'm planning to go to Lagos, Ilê-Ifé and other places in the countryside. I'm interested about Yoruba culture and heritage. I'm from Brazil so I'm kind of used to urban violence, but I'm a bit concerned about travelling alone in the countryside of Nigeria.
If you feel safe in Rio, then you should be fine in South-West Nigeria.
Yes, you can travel around alone particularly in Lagos and the neighboring states. However, feel free to connect with a local for ease and speed. The people are hospitable.
@@thewakaholic thank you!
@@julianaelisasantos2230 My pleasure.
Be careful yo! Make sure you know someone.. Nigeria is not for the faith of heart.. i love nigeria.. just keeping it real
people will tell you a lot of things.. then you will see the reality of Life on the ground.. not to discourage you, just be careful - and don't be roaming around without a guide or someone that knows whatz up.. just be careful
The south is very safe but not the Northern Part of Nigeria at all.
I am coming to asaba, nigeria in Sept. I will be traveling alone and am white, I did have a Nigerian contact but something happened and I have not heard from him in a month, can you give me some suggestions of things to do, I don't even mind volunteering, I enjoy being with people
Asaba is not a major city in Nigeria, so don’t expect to see much. I strongly advise that you connect with a local contact to make the experience worthwhile.
I don’t know many things that you can do in the city, however, if you’d like a beach getaway, then visit Otuogu beach.
@@thewakaholic I did have local contact, but he has dropped out of sight and I cannot get in touch with him. Do you have any suggestions/people that would be helpful, I hope to make the best of it as long as I am safe, thank you for replying
@@carolynkincaid5266 Unfortunately, I am unable to recommend any.
@@thewakaholic thank you, if anything changes, let me know
@oto Tom hi I'm a black American that have been in contact with a young lady for about 6 to 7 years we have talked via whatssapp video chat and messenger almost everyday. She is in Ajah Lagos, I have a connect there and she seems to be a very solid person even still to this day. So how safe is it for me to travel to Ajah Lagos? Please give your email asap and I will email you. Cause I really would like to travel there and learn more about the heritage and culture of Nigeria. I also understand the dangers and the risks and I am very prepared to do what's necessary to make sure I am safe by all means. I would like to connect with you.
Thank you for sharing! I'll email you.
You’re welcome
I’m interested in coming over to your country but I had a friend who visited there and told me it was super dangerous for white guys. I just wonder how I can enjoy the country without having to look over my shoulder all the time.
Yes, you can enjoy the country if you purge your mind of everything you’ve heard. There are many foreigners in Nigeria, particularly in the major cities. If you stick around the urban areas, you won’t have to worry about standing out because you will find other people like you. I would recommend cities like Lagos, Abuja, Uyo.
If you must visit the rural areas, then you should connect with a local that can provide ease and speed. It’s really not that bad.
Well, isn't that ironic? Lol 😆 🤣 😂
Its not surprising that it could be super dangerous for so called "white guys"..its just reprisal of what our brothers and sisters face in your "entitled" Western countries. However, there have been successful Western "Caucasians" in Nigeria who have lived here for decades without any trouble. You learn Nigerian language first. That's the pioneering step.
my wife and I are planning to reallocate to Nigeria, I am excited to be there but everyone is warning me that will not be safe to do, but t o be honest your video encourages me, and I want to ask you where are the safest place to live in Lagos and is it safe to drive there alone or do I need to hire a driver?
People live normal lives in Nigeria, foreigners included. Lagos has many of them. Depending on your budget, Victoria Island, Ikoyi and Lekki axis are preferred areas. However, Ikeja (GRA), Maryland axis are also good areas.
If your business is on the island, then focus on the first 3 options. Everything you may need is practically on the island.
Yes, you should drive in Lagos. It’ll help you develop endurance to drive anywhere in the world. 😃
And most importantly hold your self well na so dem collect my 500 today almost collect ma phone so hold your self well
Is jungle justice still a thing in nigeria?
By “a thing” do you mean if it is pervasive in Nigeria? The answer is No.
Rule of law, is supreme in Nigeria. Commit a crime, do the time.
Why is so difficult to get a visa for nigeria
Bureaucracy.
corruption inside and out of the country.. I have no idea why they require BioMetric - when there is so much crime there.
They are money hungry
@@thewakaholic Not just bureaucracy. Many nations make a point to make things difficult for Nigerian Passport holder to their visas, some make their visa fees so expensive. So, the principles of reciprocity applied under International laws, is applied by the Nigerian government.
What is your opinion about the safety situation there now ? Has your opinion changed ?
Relatively. Albeit, I don’t know many safe places in the world. That was the point!
My guy e never change
My sister I come across your video
I'm a south african married to a nigerian we live in south africa but life is way difficult this days ..so we are planning to take our 2 kids to stay in nigeria even if is for 2 years so we can try to hustle but I'm worried about taking my kids there
The reason being I watch things like kids being kidnapped staff like that
My sister I'm not sleeping well because of fear for my kids I'm so worried for them
But now which part of the country is safe please guys help me my husband he doesn't even know I'm feeling this way I dont want to hurt his feelings coz south africa is not safe either
I guess all mothers will feel the way I'm feeling
If you survived South Africa, your kids will be fine in Nigeria.
I do not think you are educating yourself enough regarding the situation in Nigeria. There are foreign kids who go to schools here and live normal lives, and their parents are sleeping well.
I cannot guarantee if bad things will happen to you or not, but I can tell you that people still live normal lives in the south, west, and east of the country, just like anywhere in the world. Just avoid the north of the country and stay informed.
@@thewakaholic
Thank you
But we heard that the Fulanis has gone to places like Lagos and Portharcourt, two places I want to visit. Can you tell us how to identify these Fulani killers from people local to these two places?
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I read of robberies in 2022 in Lagos Nigeria 🇳🇬
I'm in undated with news of robberies, break ins, home invasions in California, New York etc. Same with London, Israel Germany and the lot. So, not peculiar to Nigeria alone.
It's because Nigeria is controlled by the USA and has an American style of democracy. Be like Qaddafi era Libya and Nigeria will become peaceful and prosper.
Nigeria is not controlled by the USA. It was a British Colony and the UK still controls everything.
Is it safe to work in Nigeria ??
I live and work in Nigeria. Does this answer your question?
@@thewakaholic where r u from ?
@@ItsBoringChannel Did you watch this video? It has the answers you seek.
I just wanna know if Nigeria is safe? coz' someone wants me to invite there. but other people told me that it is not safe? That is why i am a bit afraid coz' it's my first time to go there. Can you help me understand why people say that it is very dangerous in Nigeria?
Thank you in Advance Ma'am.
It is also dangerous in other parts of the world yet we travel there and exercise basic safety precautions. I believe the insurgency and incessant kidnappings in the north has fueled such opinions over the years.
My advice would be, avoid the northern part of the country, stick around the major cities and areas (each city has a safer/preferred area), practice common sense and you’ll be alright.
It true but just be brave and know where u to basically follow the rules you would follow in your country and you will be safe
Sorry, I know that you love your country and want to erase the negative image it has. But when you said don't flash your cellphone. I was done. If people are that hard up that they would rob you for a cellphone, that's not a place I want to visit.
Very well then. Visit other destinations.
Poverty is everywhere, if you flaunt your phone in the UK or US it is likely to be stolen as well. Proceed with caution and be vigilant wherever you go.
Cellphones aren't high on the list of things a person would rob you for here in the US. You can go to any poor area in the US and most if not all the people in that area will at least own a cellphone. I think Wall is saying if a place is so poor that a cellphone is a item people will rob or kill you for, its not a safe place to visit. At least for us from the US.
@@maddetox People get robbed for less in other parts of the world - including the US.
You will find that most Nigerians have cellphones - even in the rural areas. In the urban areas, the average person owns atleast two cellphones.
People who steal from you do it for greed not necessarily because of hunger or poverty.
You whip your phone out in Dublin city and some junkie will snatch it off you. That can happen anywhere