AFRICAN AMERICAN SOLO TRAVEL TO AFRICA (NIGERIA) W/ EDDIE | It's Iveoma
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- This video is about Eddie, an African American solo travel to Africa (Nigeria). Eddie sent me an email a couple of weeks ago that I answered in a video, SHOULD I SOLO TRAVEL IN NIGERIA (NO!) | Travel Tips For Nigeria, • SHOULD I SOLO TRAVEL I... .
Eddie wanted to travel throughout Nigeria by road and hit up 11 states in 3 weeks. I told him to focus on safety and just focus on 3 cities, Lagos, Abuja, and Calabar. This video focuses on his experiences in Nigeria as a first time solo traveler.
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Update: I met Eddie! I answered his email in this video SHOULD I SOLO TRAVEL IN NIGERIA (NO!) czcams.com/video/_vuXE3_t0yM/video.html. I told him to just focus on visiting Lagos, Calabar, and Abuja and he did!! LOL It was a cool to meet him in person after responding to his email.
Hey Nigerian Queen,cheakout this AfricaAmerican reside in Ekiti state Nigeria(Afro Think Tank yutube).
What about Enugu and Owerri ? Next time include these.
@@gamalrichards1155 tell IPOB to stop their madness for its scaring foreigners in SouthEastern part of Nigeria.
@@juanfernandapique7499 Ipob did not do anything. Are they chasing you around?
@@gamalrichards1155 you are joking,dont you know that all the foreign embassy in Nigeria knows safer region in Nigeria,go and research about secure region in Nigeria.
IPOB madness are scaring foriegn investors from SouthEast
That young man is going to make it in Nigeria 🇳🇬 with his attitude. He is a good fit for the country.
Obviously 💯
Most Definitely...The Boldness Alone... Is Just Amazing?
He’s definitely Nigerian. His handling of his visa extension was telling. 🇳🇬👍🏾
Eddie was serious about visiting Nigeria! I'm so glad he was able to meet people SAFELY while visiting a large part of the country! I'm looking forward to returning to Africa. Everyone I met during my visit actually told me "Welcome Home" which made me feel so good! Next on my list for 2021 are Nigeria and South Africa.
So true, Eddie was very serious about this trip and I am also glad he was able to meet people safely lol
😍
Don't come to Nigeria unprepared
@@ibukun1607 - Don’t do anything or go anywhere unprepared.
@@ibukun1607 what do you mean exactly unprepared!?
Nigeria is great Nigeria is fun only Nigerians will try to scare people of going there simply bcuz of bad leaders and no money but once you leave Naija it will be clear what you missing , can't wait till next year home coming
But he could pass as your brother/cousin. He seems like a cool dude so he will be fine everywhere.
Iveoma is bringing our people back home. Thank you
I love your courage brother. He didn't listen to trash but came to see with his naked eyes. We welcome everyone especially people like you who looked like us.Feel at home brother
Welldone Eddie, you're an African American hero 🖤
Lool
That was so nice to listen to. I'm proud of you Eddy! Your Nigerian name is now Edidiong. It means Blessing from the calabar region you visited.
Iveoma, you need to hook him up with a Nigerian passport!!! 😊 Eddie has done very well.
Isn't this "Chichi"? 😂😂. He has done so well! There was an old song back in the late '70s or early '80s called Chichi lovin' ...Chi lovin'...Chichi lovin'... It was so popular while I was growing up in Aba 😂. Chichi is definitely loving Nigeria!
He needs to meet up with Tayo Aina, a popular nigerian vlogger on yt. I think he's currently now in Nigeria and he knows every corner, museum, bar, club etc in Abuja and Lagos.
Good suggestion plus he was once an Uber driver & he's into real estate too
He can make it in Nigeria with this mindset
Yep, i agree!
@@amandaeguale1641 he's already a 🇳🇬🤣
Welcome home Eddie. Enjoy your journey
A very good dude, he’ll be loved anywhere he goes in Nigeria. Nigeria is a beautiful country with beautiful people. A very welcoming country.
I came the first time by myself and Love it too. Except I knew someone to help me navigate through everything. So glad your enjoying your trip Eddie.
No matter how alluring the nightlife, wealth, and buzz is in Lagos or Abuja, I don’t see Eddie settling there. I see him in somewhere around calabar. I see a water-front property somewhere along riverine Nigeria. He’ll take his time and tour the country.
Eddie’s accent sounds exactly like the accent of any Nigerian-American kid born of Nigerian parents.
Oh wow! What his DNA said was 100% correct, b'cos you looks like Ibos.. yr acensters in Nigeria are Happy oo👏🏾👏🏾👍🏽👊🏽✌🏽
I love how Eddie pronounces "Calabar" 🤣😂
Nothing is cancelled in Nigeria. I am so jealous...
lol Alot of things are not going to happen this year ooo but carnival must continue. Like I am not going to a single concert this Christmas because I haven't see 1 flyer or sign about any performances.
Yes. the mentality of our fellow Americans is sad, Yes seeing it for yourself is so important for your growth.
You’re right, I’m a Nigerian based in US I love my African American brothers and sisters I told them to visit any Africa countries just to see for themselves... it will be healing to many souls money isn’t everything but love
We love you Eddy. I am a Nigerian watching you from Houston, Tx.
OMG, same here! I love Eddie’s story.
You come to nigeria with an open mind and manage to use a month you wouldn't want to go back, nigeria is really a fun place to be.
Thank you very much Eddie for your sincerity and love for nigeria.
He is your twin Iveoma!
Hi Eddie,so proud of you for visiting your ‘Motherland’. Eddie you look very much like your ancestors are from Calabar. Please visit again and explore. 🤔
I swear, he looks like Effiong
Ok, he gave me some hope, I'm Haitian American and want to visit Nigeria also. But wanted to start off in Abuja.
Follow(BigWillz yutube)see beauty of Abuja even still in her development stages.
@@juanfernandapique7499 most definitely, thank you 😊
Good idea 👍
@@dadaffy86 also afro think tank..he lives in a village/small town...relocated from the US and has goats etc
@@tosinojo7310 okay great, will check him out as well. Thank you 😊
I love this Iveoma. I wish you could make this a series because there are quite a few black Americans that have traveled to Nigeria alone (I am one of them) but I'm a little shy to tell my story! Lol.
Totally agreed.👌🏾❤️ In Ekiti state,there’s an African American living in the town with his own pig farm. He has a vblog called Afro think tank. He repatriated alone.
@@genuinediasporan6661 wow that's amazing i wonder how he is coping with language barrier
@@kinkykoils6176 what language barrier everyone speaks English🤦🏽♀️
@@UmmYasmin91 you clearly know very little about Nigeria. Pidgin is spoken more than English and Ekiti is a SW state meaning Yoruba is the major language spoken.
@@kinkykoils6176 He’s learning. Yoruba language is rhythmic and fortunately, the people of that part are the most western educated people in Yoruba land- Ekiti.
Welcome home bro. When you go back to US, you'll be dreaming about going back to Nigeria especially Lagos. Lagos night life is amazing. Friendly people. I feel calm whenever I'm in Nigeria.
Thank you young man visiting my country, Nigeria. Remember to come visiting again and again . You can also consider coming to live here. We have a place for you.
I’m next!!!! I’m planning a trip soon.
Welcome home 😍
Pls...Make Sure You Take Your Shorts Before Coming..Very Very Important...Why Because...It's Your First In The Continent..And...Remember...It's One Beautiful Motherland AFRICA As Always!
I remember that video. Just think he wanted to do a long road trip HAHA Thank goodness he listened to you
LOL I am so glad he reconsidered!
@@IveomaMedia road trips are actually relatively safe...but the bad road is crazy...in some places
So glad you and Eddie got to meet up and do this interview. It was so nice to see him and I'm so glad he actually decided to go and made it over there safely. I definitely look forward to visiting Nigeria. Awesome interview! 😊 Thank you Iveoma❤
Yes, I am very glad we were able to meet up. Thank you 🙏🏾
Im crying ! I miss 9ja so much!!!
OMG!!! He is so right ! I got all of that before i came !! Make sure you don’t get “ Ebola” 😒... take pictures of all of the animals! 😒 (if you want to go to Safari go to South Africa people) ... safety is very important ... but that’s no matter where you go! If somebody was visiting America and told me they wanted to go to the southside of Chicago... I might have to sit down with them and have a conversation 😂🤣😂 ... good video 👍🏾
he has a nice energy.
I am so happy for you, Eddie! I am so ready to get there! You are an inspiration!!!
He really is an inspiration!!
Eddie am glad that you visit the mother land, you are a true son of the soil. Just love your spirit stay blessed and enjoy your trip in Africa,
Please visit Sierraleone
Awwww...he's doing what I want to do! My dad is Nigerian but I'm born and raised in Texas; my Nigerian cousins now living in England told me to not DARE go by myself whenever I get ready to go-to make sure I take one of them with me when I go LOL
That will be a fun family trip 😊 You should go especially since you have people to go with.
Eddie! I'm so jealous you got to go to Calabar definitely on my bucket list along Uyo...I hear both places are nice....Thanks for sharing Iveoma gives the best interviews
Aww Thank you!
They are beautiful!
Yaaay been waiting for this update. Let me settle down and watch. Plus the greenery of this background 😍😍. Done watching, really lovely video. Welcome home Eddie. You even look Nigerian. Gald you enjoyed Nigeria. Nice job Iveoma as usual
Aww I am glad you liked the interview and Eddie does blend in!
Welcome home brother.. Nothing dey happen, just make sure you enjoy your stay which i know you will, That's the nature, because Nigeria is a happy nation man.
Is it just me, or does Lagos sound like New York? ✊🏾✨✨✨
Yes very new York
It is your African New York. Make it there and you'll make it anywhere 🤣
Worse Lagos has 22million people and New York has a mere 8 million people. Lagos people are possibly the sharpest street people maybe other than mumbai
Lagos is the New York of Africa. It's basically New York with shorter skyscrapers and fewer sidewalks.
I'll be in Nigeria - I'm so looking forward to my trip! So happy Eddie had a great time. Thanks for this video Iveoma! ❤
I was almost tearing when he started talking about the slaves. That was deep.
What a calm, sweet-energy, cool guy!
Welcome home.
Great interview. I love his positivity. Many of my fellow Americans need to travel outside the US or read a darn book🙂.
I love his positivity too. Very refreshing
Nigeria are always natural Home for Black race.
Iveoma there is safari in Bauchi state and Gorilla safari in Obudu Ranch CrossRiver state.
Nice video sister,keep it coming.
Thanks for the info!
@@IveomaMedia you welcome Nigerian Queen.
Many peoples want to visit Nigeria,but Nigeria visa is difficult for none continental Africa passport Holders.
@@juanfernandapique7499 How should one get a visa? How much does it cost?
@@juanfernandapique7499 yes america make it hard for nigerian to visite is vis vasa
@@edwinaspikes9156 research about how to get Nigeria visa.
This was great interview, I'm so glad he made the trip.
He is open minded, and a good ambassador.
Wow! I love his courage! I love his stories!
Madam Ivy pls hook him up with Tayo Aina, his a good guy (CZcamsr)
Wow. Kudo's to you brother. Refreshing to hear a positive and realistic review of Nigeria. Shows you how manners and respect go a long way. Great that the hotel hooked you up with someone to show you around. What is the corona like? Masks? Quarentine? Nigeria is going back on my bucket list.
Well done Eddie. So Proud of you, to come to my country despite the doubts. You are resilent just like naija people. Happy to know you are one of us too. Enjoy your stay. Kudos Iveoma for your support and work. God bless
he is Nigeria, according to his Dna nobody can dear him
Welcome home bro. Such a bold guy Eddie. Good job Iveoma 👍. Keep them coming please.
So true @ bold!
Awww I’m glad Eddie was able to go on his trip! And glad you met! He seems so lovely 😊
Yess He is lovely 😊
Welcome young man. Make sure you visit ogudu cattle ranch in Calabar. I wish you a lovely stay in my country Nigeria
It's so good to see the man behind the email. Lol And great to hear his story.
Welcome home bro i comend ur courage and confident in ur motherland what u need to know is that the soil u stepec into was thesame soil ur forfathers lived before slave trade so ur coming back is a great win for the soil and the soil will always protect u as a son of the soil likewise anyother african sons and daughters in diaspora. Then my advice is u shouldn't conclude yet where to get a home till u visit more places in eastern nigeria, enugu, owerri, awka, onitsha, asaba, porthharcort, warry etc cos u definitely need a well secured place u call home, where u can find tranquiloty and love of those around u and don't forget no matter how naive people may be africa is the safest place for any BLACK MAN or WOMAN to live while america is the worst place for any black person to be. Welcome home once more bro.💟
He's not sure about moving to Abuja because he loves that Lagos City life.
🤣🤣🤣🤣
I know. Lagos is a 24/7 city.
When he was saying his neck was hurting lol. It reminded me of my trip from Jos to Enugu on Danfo lol. My sister in law gave us paracetamol for the journey... I was confused about why... By the end I not only knew why, I was grateful to be alive lol... Nigeria Road ooh... To be fair Jos has good roads.
LOL @ paracetamol!!!😆 I heard Jos was beautiful with good roads.
@@IveomaMedia lol... It is... I think it was all the other roads on the journey.. At one point I thought I was on rollercoaster... What an experience... Can't wait to go back 😁... For real, can't wait... Enugu is gorgeous.
Lol
Oh wow! I am super proud of this my brother from another mother. Nigeria in actual sense is a place for all full of love. Only our leaders that are giving us bad feelings and images. God bless you sweet Ivyyyy. My love for you is natural beautiful sis.
Well done Eddie. It's not easy to lone travel anywhere not to speak of some place you've never been to. Nigeria is an interesting country no doubt. With regards to settling or buying a house, I'll recommend Ibadan. It's the second biggest city in Africa after Cairo. A lot calmer and cheaper than Lagos, friendly people and only an hour or so away from Lagos. Can travel by road or train. Infact, you can build your own house, 3 beds for as little as $60,000. I live in the UK but will relocate to Nigeria in the nearest future. I can't wait!
Great advice!
I want to suggest the same. Let him visit Ibadan. He will really like it!
things are so cheap there too...the food is crazy good
Most nigerians that haven't lived in USA won't understand why someone will want to live in nigeria, but when you live in USA for a while, you might begin to get it. In my humble opinion, i believe if your income does not depend on living in the USA, there should be no reason to settle in USA as an african.
I avoid all convos about the US Bc many people here think I am nutts to stay in Nigeria especially now. lol
@@IveomaMedia lol....i think it's preference at the end of the day, im nigerian and currently in usa, once im done with my work here, im out...lmao
@@hunt1110011 Please take me with you...lol
Agreed. I’m from the UK & it’s the same thing
As someone who has had the privilege of living in different continents (4) and goes home regularly & have close family living in Naija; only thing I miss about Naija is d food & family.
First solo trip and he chose Nigeria...amazing and glad he enjoyed. I too want to explore other cities in Nigeria when I visit. Thanks for the video!
that is great? i like this guy, welcome home your mother land , you will be more bless
So proud of him!! I am happy he listened to your advice. Welcome to Naija 🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬🇳🇬
Wow the guy is so naturally polite and soft spoken. Definitely one of us. Bro - glad you had a good time. I currently live in the U.K. but doing some construction as well as charity projects in Lagos.
Let’s know when you plan to come down next. All the best. Blessings.
Good info. 👍🏾
This is besides the point but u look very pretty, love these lashes on u 🤩. This guys solo traveling story is really interesting. As a solo traveler I admire all people independent enough to explore places alone. & for him to come to Nigeria, Thts great. With constant electricity, Nigeria cld be a great tourist destination.
Nigeria could be a force in tourism if they invested in the industry. Yes I def admire solo travelers! Thank you dear 😊
Absolutely loved this interview! Thank you for sharing your experience Eddie!
I love that he shared his experience with me!! So helpful
Thank you Iveoma, I love this video so much 🙂
What you’re doing is amazing! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾
That was fun.. wishing Eddy happy holidays
Very nice video 👏👏👏
What a sincere interview. I love this!
Thanks Iveoma for the upload.😊💕💕💕
Excellent candid thought filled interview. You always nail the realness
New subbie! Enjoyed this video and love your channel💖
Wow! A very bold approach
Welcome back home brother! Enjoy your stay
Good interview. Welcome home Eddie
I absolutely love this video update! I learned a lot from the original video not going to lie I was kind of shook but it also was a great help navigate there by myself! Once I got to my guy I was good very beautiful trip!
You gain another subscriber
Welcome home Eddie!!
U guys are lit,1❤🖤🇳🇬👍🏾👍🏾👀🇮🇹🤩
So happy to have come across your channel, this is so encouraging. Can't wait to come to Nigeria 🤗
Thank you that interview was awesome! I am so glad i watched this video
your wonderful woman and I have learned so much watching your videos to get advice for
my up coming trip this June. This video though was my confirmation your guest Eddie was Great keep
bringing the videos Love them
Blessings to you
Nice thanks for all you do I’veoma!!! Can you share ideas more on people in there 50s 60s that wants to return back 🥰👏.
I am admiring the plants in the background
Nne dalu. A new sub here from London
I love all your episodes but this one is so funny. I will be there visiting in June before my final move next year. Please... continue to make these videos!!!
Welcome home Eddie , we love you 😍
I loved this video! I actually laughed out loud! Now going to read the comments on the other video. Glad Eddie had a good time :)
I enjoyed watching this video.. Edwin was sincere and down to earth..
Well done to you mate! Find trusted friends and Visit taraba and ondo states as well...
Great interview!
lol Thank you!!
I like how you read his letter, answered truthfully, and got to interview him. Full circle. Love your videos.
Well done Eddie so proud of you for going ahead with your plans and loving it! Let us know next time you’re coming to Lagos!
Very interesting interview as always. Due to the virus, I won't be coming home this period. However, I'm looking towards Easter. Great work African goddess..👍😍
I will be traveling to Nigerian in July to met my fiance
So happy, Thanks Iveoma!
You’re welcome!!
Sweet interview. Love this. 💗💗💗
Thank you!!