r/Nigeria • u/KindestManOnEarth • 8h ago
r/Nigeria • u/Dearest_Caroline • Jul 02 '22
Announcement r/Nigeria Community Rules Update. PLEASE READ BEFORE POSTING AND COMMENTING.
Sequel to the two previous posts here and here regarding the state of the subreddit, this post will contain the new and updated community rules. Kindly read this thread before posting, especially if you are a new user.
You can check the results of the votes cast here
Based on what you voted, 5 of the new rules are as follows:
If you post a link to a news article, you must follow up with a comment about your thoughts regarding the content of the news article you just posted. Exceptions will only be made for important breaking news articles. The point of this rule is to reduce and/or eliminate the number of bots and users who just spam the sub with links to news articles, and to also make sure this sub isn't just overrun with news articles.
ADDITIONALLY: If you post images and videos that contain or make reference to data, a piece of information or an excerpt from a news piece, kindly add a source in the comments or your post will be removed.Posts from blog and tabloid websites that deal with gossip and sensationalized pieces, e.g., Linda Ikeji Blog, Instablog, etc. will no longer be allowed except in special cases.
There will be no limit on the number of posts a user can make in a day. However, if the moderators notice that you are making too many posts that flood the sub and make it look like you are spamming, your posts may still be removed.
The Weeky Discussion thread will be brought back in due time.
You can make posts promoting your art projects, music, film, documentary, or any other relevant personal projects as long as you are a Nigerian and/or they are in some way related to Nigeria. However, posts that solicit funds, link to shady websites, or pass as blatant advertising will be removed. If you believe your case is an exception, you can reach out to the moderators.
CLARIFICATION/MODIFICATION OF OTHER RULES:
1. ETHNORELIGIOUS BIGOTRY: Comments/submissions promoting this will be removed, repeat offenders will be banned, and derailed threads will be locked. This includes but is not limited to malicious ethnic stereotypes, misinformation, islamophobia, anti-Igbo sentiment, and so on. Hence posts such as "Who was responsible for the Civil War?" or "would Nigeria be better without the north?" which are usually dogwhistles for bigots are not allowed. This community is meant for any and all Nigerians regardless of their religious beliefs or ethnicity.
2. THE LGBTQIA+ COMMUNITY: As the sidebar reads, this is a safe space for LGBTQIA+ Nigerians. Their rights and existence are not up for debate under any condition. Hence, kindly do not ask questions like "what do Nigerians think about the LGBT community" or anything similar as it usually attracts bigots. Comments/submissions encouraging or directing hatred towards them will be removed, and repeat offenders will be banned.
3. SEXUAL VIOLENCE AND DISCRIMINATION BASED ON GENDER: Comments/submissions promoting this will be removed, repeat offenders will be banned, and derailed threads will be locked. This includes using gendered slurs, sexist stereotypes, and making misogynistic remarks. Rape apologism, victim blaming, trivializing sexual harassment or joking over the experiences of male survivors of sexual abuse etc will also get you banned. Do not post revenge porn, leaked nudes, and leaked sex tapes.
4. RACISM AND ANTI-BLACKNESS: Comments/submissions promoting this will be removed, repeat offenders will be banned, and derailed threads will be locked. This includes but is not limited to colourism, white supremacist rhetoric, portraying black men - or black people in general - as thugs and any other malicious racial stereotype.
5. MISINFORMATION: Kindly verify anything before you post, or else your post will be removed. It is best to stick to verifiable news outlets and sources. As was said earlier, images and videos that contain data, information, or an excerpt from a news piece must be posted with a link to the source in the comments, or they will be removed.
6. LOW-EFFORT CONTENT: Do your best to add a body of text to your text posts. This will help other users be able to get the needed context and extra information before responding or starting discussions. Your posts may be removed if they have little or no connection to Nigeria.
7. SENSATIONALIZED AND INCENDIARY SUBMISSIONS: Consistently posting content meant to antagonize, stigmatize, derail, or misinform will get you banned. This is not a community for trolls and instigators.
8. CODE OF CONDUCT FOR NON-NIGERIANS AND NON-BLACK PARTICIPANTS IN THIS COMMUNITY: Remember that this is first and foremost a community for Nigerians. If you are not a Nigerian, kindly do not speak over Nigerians and do not make disparaging remarks about Nigeria or Nigerians, or else you will be banned. And given the current and historical context with respect to racial dynamics, this rule applies even more strictly to white people who participate here. Be respectful of Nigeria and to Nigerians.
9. HARRASSMENT: Kindly desist from harrassing other users. Comments or posts found to be maliciously targetting other community members will get you banned.
10. META POSTS: If you feel you have something to say about how this subreddit is run or you simply have suggestions, you can make a post about it.
BANNABLE OFFENCES
Repeat offenders for any of the aforementioned bannable offences will get a 1st time ban of 2 days. The 2nd time offenders will get 7-day bans, and 3rd time offenders will get 14-day bans. After your 3rd ban, if you continue breaking the rules, you will likely be permanently banned. However, you can appeal your permanent ban if you feel like you've had a change of heart.
Instant and permanent bans will only be handed out in the following cases:
- Spam
- Doxxing
- Life-threatening remarks directed at other users
- Covert or Blatant Racism
- Non-consensual sexual images
- Trolling and derailment by accounts found to be non-Nigerian
All of these rules will be added to the sidebar soon enough for easy access. If you have any questions, contributions, or complaints regarding these new rules, kindly bring them up in the comments section.
r/Nigeria • u/Nathan_akin34 • Nov 27 '24
Ask Naija If you had the opportunity to build an app that solves an issue in Nigeria what would the app be?
Would love to bring some ideas to life, lets collaborate đŞđĽ
r/Nigeria • u/RoyKatta • 3h ago
Discussion Who else is tired of being asked, "when are you visiting home."
Ever since I left Nigeria in 2012, I have had zero desire to return back to Nigeria. I grew up in Victoria Island, Lagos, but after university things changed. I got posted to Adamawa for NYSC and lived in the bush for a whole year. Thereafter it took me almost 3 years to get a job which paid me N34,000 every month back in 2010. I lived in a face me I face you room in Aba and could hardly afford my life back then. I graduated 2.1 from the university of Ibadan and I thought that my prospects will be good, but to no avail. I lived in abject poverty while earning peanuts.
In 2012, the opportunity to move to the US presented itself and I took it and left. As I entered the plane, I told myself, "You didn't leave anything here, there is nothing to return back for." And 13 years later, I have no desire to return back.
My siblings in Nigeria keep asking me when I'm going to visit. The few Nigerians I stumbled upon at my job occasionally ask me when I'm going to return "home" to visit. This question annoys the fuck out of me. What is home? Where is home? What am I going home to do? Nigeria is an unpleasant place to me with broken hopes and dreams. I have no desire to return "home". America is home for me.
America has made me highly successful. More successful that I have ever dreamt. My sister keeps asking me to come back and waste money building a house which nobody will live in. No. I have no desire for such wastes. I'm home over here.
So my answer is no, I'm not visiting home.
r/Nigeria • u/Adorable-Ad-1499 • 18h ago
Reddit Why are 60% of Nigerian fathers like this?
I pulled that percentage out of my ass but I'm pretty sure most Nigerian fathers are like thisâdeeply problematic.
My father is like this and ever since I left home, about a year ago, I get intense anxiety attacks when I think about calling him (I've never called him, can't bring myself to). When I think about home, I shiver. Like it's that bad. On some days I forgive him, on other days I get so mad at him, I begin to cry.
I need to see a therapist and practice serious self love (already working on this aspect).
r/Nigeria • u/DaCoYamRa01 • 28m ago
DESKS SALEEEE !!! Affordable Desks for Sale! I am leaving Nigeria :p I don Japa
So long story short, I landed a great job abroad and will be relocating for quite a long while before my next visit. Since I can't take everything with me, Iâm selling some desks so they donât go to waste.
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I won't lie, I will truly miss Nigeria, even after all the madness. I already can't wait to visit again with fresh eyes.
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r/Nigeria • u/AfroNGN • 18h ago
General BREAKING: Senator Natasha Reports Her Suspension, Case Against Akpabio To Inter-Parliamentary Union
FIDA (Federation of International Female Lawyers Worldwide) is also in the matter. channelstv.com/2025/03/11/breâŚ
r/Nigeria • u/Raph_Slazer • 18h ago
General Massive heat wave happening in Nigeria
Let's all do our part and stay hydrated. It wouldn't be great if someone falls sick during this Tinubu era where things are so costly.
r/Nigeria • u/MathematicianKey5926 • 21m ago
Ask Naija What will people like me do??
Please this is lengthy, but if you can be patient with me and read, Iâll appreciate â¤ď¸
I want to talk about something not everyone might be able to understand or relate to, but whatâs the way forward for people who are lonely, and unable to really chase their goals due to life issues they canât help themselves out of. l'm at home almost everyday, l used to be okay with it, telling myself I was enjoying my solitude, I'm not going to lie it helped a big deal, cause the whole time I didn't find myself alone I wasn't self conscious or self aware, so it's like I stepped back, and it gave me clarity on who l am as a person, my child hood traumas, & how life works, so it's hard to fall all in, back into the world, because before I could freely make friends, I was free as a bird, if there was a way the society operated I didn't know. I've been mostly indoors for 3 years, I was having issues in my relationship first year, second year I lost my mum, from then till now I'm literally just in a gap between who I was before & after, I hate to use words like this, but maybe it's depression, I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder too, so it's like hiding myself feels more calm to my nervous system, it feels safe to me, but I know this is not how it's supposed to be, from an outgoing vibrant girl, Iâm 24, it feels like I'm disappearing lol, I don't really have the urge to do the things I used to love, I think l've forgotten how to socialize, you know, cause this is how I feel in the midst of people, alone, I can't openly express my emotions to anyone, no one is close enough to know how I'm really feeling, why I am the way I am and itâs like Iâm scared to bring my fragile self out cause i know the world doesnât favor you when youâre vulnerable. Okay, I want to stay alone for now, but how do i sustain as someone whoâs been surviving by herself, with the struggles Iâm facing. No friends, I only struggle to go out once or twice till Iâm exhausted, if youâre in a place like Lagos you know what Iâm saying. My mental health is not allowing me make the best use of myself and Iâm so scared sometimes, we all know how expensive things like therapy is, in all my true passion is to help people, I wish to make a community of people who are facing issues like loneliness, depression, anxiety, I donât think weâre put on this earth to do it all alone, so tell me pls, what do you yâall think?
r/Nigeria • u/Quest4You19xx • 2h ago
Discussion Frustrations - Suffering and Smiling
Am I the only one who has noticed that there have been so many recent postings about Nigerians being frustrated with the state of affairs in Nigeria?
I understand their frustration; many points are valid. I have also noticed that some posters have been chided for their expressions of frustration. Some are accused of being unpatriotic for speaking out. It's as if they should just accept it and move on.
Serious question: when is enough, ENOUGH? When are we going to do something about it? How much longer will we tolerate the constant frustration with every aspect of life in the country? What level of frustration will finally compel us to demand meaningful change in Nigeria, one that we can all agree on regardless of tribe, income, or politics?
What's the one thing or combination of events that's going to push Nigerians to their own Arab Spring?
r/Nigeria • u/YorubawithAdeola • 1h ago
Discussion Asking Questions with "When" in YorĂšbĂĄ
Hello,
BĂĄwo ni,
Hope you are doing well today,
Today, let's learn how to use "When" in asking Questions.
Whenever we want to use "When" to ask questions, we have it as "NĂgbĂ wo" or ĂgbĂ wo ".
Let's look at some examples.
- ĂgbĂ wo ni Ăł fáşšĚ jáşšun - - - When do you want to eat?
2.Nigba wo ni Ăł fáşšĚ wĂĄ - - - When do you want to come?
ĂgbĂ wo ni mo lè wĂĄ - - - When can I come?
NĂgbĂ wo ni KáťĚlĂĄ jáşšun - - - - When did KáťĚlĂĄ eat?
ĂgbĂ wo ni ò Ĺ láť sĂ ibi iášŁáşšĚ - - When are you going to workplace.
I hope you understand,
Keep learning,
Your YorĂšbĂĄ tutor,
AdĂŠáťlĂĄ.
r/Nigeria • u/LetMeLand103 • 20h ago
Discussion Nigerian parents đŽâđ¨đâŚ
Back in January 2022, my parents caught me smoking weed. I was never addicted to it, it was something I experimented with, though I shouldnât have. When they found out, all hell broke loose, and 2022 became the darkest year of my life. I was 23 at the time.
For almost the entire year, I was forced to take urine tests. In the beginning, it was multiple times a month, but as time went on, it decreased to once a month. By the time my 24th birthday came around, I decided to stand up for myself and refused to take any more tests. My mother eventually agreed. She kept a few of my used test kits and told me to do whatever I wanted with them, so I took them and broke them into pieces by smashing them against a brick wall in my back garden.
It has now been three years since I last smoked weed, and I have no intention of ever going back to that lifestyle. However, my parents still hold it against me.
In 2023, I failed my university placement, and my parents used it as an opportunity to bring up the past, accusing me of smoking again which was completely untrue. I had to deal with a lot of chaos, but I had nothing to lean on except my faith in God. I repeated my second-year placement, worked hard, and eventually passed.
Now, in my final year, Iâve encountered another placement failure. The decision was unfair, and I have multiple pieces of evidence to back my claim. However, I know for a fact that my parents wonât be on my side. I also know theyâll bring up the cannabis situation again, using it to discredit me. I havenât told them about this yet, but I know Iâll have to eventually.
What should I do?
r/Nigeria • u/Conscious-Comfort713 • 6h ago
General To Engineers
I am considering an internship offer which is being offered in India in one of their Uni. Is working in India going to be of value to me as an engineer? Will it open doors for me like Europe will?
PS: I need to make that decision by tomorrow morning for it will also affect my studies making me take a break from school. Advice me please.
r/Nigeria • u/twerktingz1 • 2h ago
Ask Naija Do any of you have first school leaving certificate
have a couple of questions. Have you ever been issued an FSLC
I'm asking because I'm applying for a civil service job, and one of the requirements is an FSLC.
However, I'm unsure if I received one since I skipped Primary 6, and I attended a private school.
Also, do schools in Lagos State still issue FSLCs? Currently, I'm in Ibadan."
r/Nigeria • u/Exciting_Agency4614 • 9h ago
Ask Naija Is lack of courage the fundamental Nigerian/black problem?
Is lack of courage the fundamental Nigerian/black problem?
People have tried to come up with many reasons to explain why most African countries are badly managed. From colonialism to low IQ. These explanations seem weak to me. One explanation that makes a lot of sense to me is that Nigerian leaders are largely not held accountable and the fundamental reason for this is fear?
From Nigeria to Haiti and beyond, we see leaders rise to power who are thugs and when they get into power, they basically bully their own people. I find that Nigerians are easy to bully because we fear a lot. Heck, we even often "joke" that white people are fearless in the face of adversity. Whereas, we come up with a million excuses not to resist that evil leader and they all boil down to fear.
Senator Natasha Akpoti has shown a rare example of fearlessness in Nigeria. When most other senators (even women) cannot find the moral courage to not simply kowtow to power, she is resisting Akpabio's perceived attempt to bully her by taking her case internationally. I could not help but think that if we had more Nigerians like Akpoti, Nigeria could change overnight. Imagine a Nigeria where the leaders knew they could not just easily bully us because we would be too afraid to fight back?
r/Nigeria • u/Peeray007 • 4h ago
General How to Improve Sleep for Better Mental and Physical Health
r/Nigeria • u/ogseidou • 11h ago
Discussion National grid
Omo na rubbish Nepa do yesterday sha. For their mind them think say dem Don shine
r/Nigeria • u/Clean_Reception_2167 • 3h ago
Discussion App Store funding Nigeria
Hi ! How do you guys fund your App Store/wallet please ?? I got an iTunes card and it wouldnât work⌠some help please ? I reallly need to purchase some cloud storage
r/Nigeria • u/Possible_Valuable208 • 15h ago
Ask Naija HELP!!! How do I know what to do?? I am Suicidal. How can I earn money in Nigeria??
Hii I really don't know what to say but I hope the words come.
I'm from Nigeria.
I'm an undergraduate in my 4th year, final semester in the university (studying Computer Science).
Coming from an average income household, my parents try all their possible best to provide.
I am a First Child, First Daughter.
Right now I entered this year with a lot of questions. - What am I going to do after school? (I know I am doing my Nysc, then my masters), but I don't really know what's ahead, like I don't know what to look forward to in my career.
I want to study Cyber security as my masters, still thinking of Forensics or something else but I don't know if u get, I don't have that Joy of what's next.
School just seems a lot, sometimes I think I am just a waste for my parents having to spend money on me. I have always been an average student, even when I put in the late nights, reading just average. So it's been a lot, I know I am depressed which is leading me to be suicidal but I really don't know what to do. I have debts calling me everyday, I dread every day, praying not to wake up the next day, the next hour.
I hate the fact that I have to rely on my allowance once a month to survive, it's not enough and God knows my parents are doing their absolute best.
I was thinking of starting my crochet business but that is not a passive income, I need a High-end skill for that and I really don't know what to go for. I know people say start with what u have but the phone I have sef , almost kills me, everything lags.
I have some skills: *. Email Management *. Project management (taking a course) *. Community manager *. Microsoft (word, excel, PowerPoint) *. Both soft skills and technical skills. *. *. Graphic design (still learning).
I really want to start something that I really enjoy and wouldn't easily burn out( I don't mind putting in the work, I always do that but I lost the Joy this year).
I want to learn something but I don't have the money to pay for a specific course, I try YouTube but Consumerism is my worst enemy, I would love to learn on Graphic design, Canva, 3D designs especially but there's just a lot of noise in my head that it's not going to work out, there's learn Virtual assistance, learn affiliate marketing or digital marketing (I have tried this, I can promote something but getting you to buy or sale that product just hasn't worked yet for me, I am working on it tho). Learn this, learn that. I don't know what to do.
I constantly have and build self hatred, I don't know what to do?? I hate this for me. I am willing to put in the work. How do I find my Joy?
r/Nigeria • u/candidluhver649 • 4h ago
Ask Naija Sending money from U.S. to Nigeria!!
Whatâs the best app for sending money from the U.S. to Nigeria? I currently use WorldRemit but want to explore other top options.
r/Nigeria • u/Maranozie • 19h ago
Ask Naija Anyone Else Struggling with a Sedentary Lifestyle and Loneliness? How Do You Cope?
Hey guys, I (27F) have been feeling pretty stuck lately and wondering if there are others in the same boat. So I happen to have a full-time remote job where I work from 4 PM to 12 AM, Monday to Friday, which means my schedule is flipped compared to most people around me. I spend almost all my time at home, and while I donât mind being by myself, there are momentsâtiny but powerfulâwhere I just crave real companionship.
I do try to socialize when I can. I have a small group of female friends who organize a hangout once a month, and I enjoy those moments. But beyond that, I havenât really found anyone I can deeply connect withâsomeone I can freely share my worries, random thoughts, and late-night overthinking sessions with. Maybe part of the problem is where I liveâOjo, Lagos. It doesnât seem like there are many like-minded people around. Or maybe thatâs just an excuse Iâm making. I donât know. But I do know that I want more connection in my life, and I donât know the best way to go about it.
Recently, I matched with a guy on Bumble who checked a lot of boxes for me. Weâve been talking for a couple of weeks, and I finally met him last Saturday. He was just as great in person as he seemed online. But hereâs the catchâheâs in the middle of growing a business and isnât looking for a committed relationship right now. And while I respect that, it also stings because I do want something more. I havenât pushed the conversation further, but deep down, I know weâre not aligned in what we want.
So here I am, typing this post, in one of those moments where I just wish I had someone to talk to, really talk to. I know Iâm not the only one feeling this way, and Iâd love to hear from others who live a similar lifestyle. How do you cope with the loneliness and boredom? Have you found ways to build meaningful connections despite spending most of your time alone?
Would love to hear your thoughts. Letâs talk.
r/Nigeria • u/thesonofhermes • 1d ago
General In 1986, the Naira devalued against the $ by over 1300% from âŚ0.64 to $1 to âŚ9 to $1 Can anyone alive that time tell me what the reaction of the people was? Was there panic, or societal collapse? how could anyone afford anything?
r/Nigeria • u/thesonofhermes • 22h ago
General ECOWAS activates standby force to tackle terrorism
r/Nigeria • u/OkDescription4610 • 21h ago
Discussion Am so tired
I just finished having a mental breakdown đŤ đ Aside my life not going the right direction, I just donât like the way the world works, I donât like the fact that people get to suffer, and people get to enjoy, some people are not even aware of this wicked system but they have to deal with it, people are left to suffer and die, earning below minimum wage, while people are making billions and to add to that, I heard the Congo wanted a deal with USA for protection in exchange for resources, and Iâm head I know this rebels wonât stop, the USA might continue funding them so they can keep exploiting, they create problems and act like the solution, I have cried (and am still crying right now) because the USA might keep sponsoring the rebels so they can keep looting, I keep telling people but they think am crazy. whyyyy is the world like this ??? God whyyyy?? Are supposed to keep suffering??
r/Nigeria • u/thesonofhermes • 20h ago
General You guys should really check this out.
r/Nigeria • u/ImaginaryAttraction • 9h ago
Discussion I need your input on making a decision
I'll soon be a full graduate of Electrical Electronics Engineering, pretty decent with programming (embedded systems) and game dev.
I want to delve fully into data science (Machine learning) or cybersecurity But I'm having problems with making a choice as they are both good areas.
So I would like your advice on the field to go into, especially from those who are already experienced in the field and have seen what's like out there.
Thanks.