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Mike

@Sandman6

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English expat in Nigeria

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English

Lives in Lagos

Speaks English, conversational French, Pigdin

Registration: 17 May 2009

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Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
9 years ago
Julien

New members of the Nigeria forum, introduce yourself here – 2nd quarter of 2015 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Nigeria forum? Don’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 ...

Mike

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

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
10 years ago
searc177

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 Expatriates are required to born all the expenses regarding the ...

Mike

Green eggs and SCAM Avoid like a dose of the clap Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
Sandman6

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?

Mike

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

Mike
Sandman6 created a thread
11 years ago

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

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
Wills123

shipping company from the UAE (RAK) to South Africa by Wills123

Hi All, I'm looking for a reliable shipping company from the UAE (RAK) to South Africa. Any suggestions would be welcome.

Mike

I'm just in the process of moving from Abu Dhabi to Joburg. My employer is using AGS for the move Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
87k

Smoking in Dubai? by 87k

Can someone please give me advice with regards to where you can and cannot smoke in Dubai? Can you smoke in public walking down the high street? If an employer provides accomodation as per your work. Can you smoke inside the flat or would it be up ...

Mike

Public buildings are generally no-smoking inside (although some of the mall restaurants and coffee shops have smoking sections). It's permitted to smoke in the street. No smoking in public ANYWHERE (even in your car) during Ramadan daylight ... Read More

Mike
Sandman6 created a thread
11 years ago

Visa for house help/nanny

I have an opportunity to relocate with my work to South Africa. I am a single parent and if possible, would like to bring my Sri Lankan house help/nanny to assist with my young daughter. Can anyone advise the procedure and requirements to obtain a ... Read More

Mike
Sandman6 created a thread
11 years ago

African food - Dortmund / Ruhr area

I have an African friend who is moving to Dortmund as a student in September. She is asking is there anywhere in this area - markets, supermarkets or anywhere else which retails fresh African food ingredients? Thanks Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
srinivasj

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 ...

Mike

Why don't you ask them the questions yourself? Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
omarsiddiqui

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 ...

Mike

You are an idiot Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
Ajike

Citizenship by Ajike

Does anyone know anything about applying for Nigerian citizenship?

Mike

A non-Nigerian needs to show a continious period of 15 years residency. Alternatively, a dash of $10,000 will get you a passport immediately. Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
philano79

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 ...

Mike

He's after a shag. Sad bloke Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
tintin226

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 ...

Mike

Keep well clear...she wan chop oyibo moni! Read More

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
omarsiddiqui

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 ...

Mike

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

Mike
Sandman6 replied to a thread
11 years ago
Damas1

Kitchen appliances by Damas1

anyone please can guide me to where is the best place to purchase Kitchen appliances?

Mike

Abu Dhabi Co-Op at Mina Port Read More