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So I made a post on being a startup founder looking for a diasporan cofounder, and I got a comment from u/Mysterious-Bug-6838. The first thing that came to his thought, was to warn readers to be careful of a fraudster 'masquerading' as a founder. Just like that.

He didn't ask questions on what product we are building, what documentation we had and why I was asking for a diasporan co-founder. He doesn't know who I am, hasn't reviewed my deck or profile.

He just drew the conclusion that it's likely a fraud. For some reasons, most tech funders prefer llc incorporated outside Nigeria and I needed someone who has basic understanding of that to build together.

I looked at his profile and saw he's a tech guy who celebrated German citizenship.

You see the thing about many of us? Once we leave the shores of Nigeria, everyone we left back home are criminals and don't deserve a life. Many of us become content creators to de-market the country on a daily for Facebook monetization, and you forget what that does to potential investors, and the economy of your people back home. Before you condemn the 220 million Nigerians back home, show us your efforts, projects and how a Nigeria defrauded you. Tell us and we will call them out.

Show us the due diligence you did, and the steps you took to protect your investment, and before blaming everything on Government, are there no successful startups in Nigeria? Yes the economy of where you're residing might be better than Nigeria, but doesn't mean you should tag everyone you meet online fraudsters. Today African nations still bear the marks of colonization, does that make all their citizens evil?

And if a deeper thought is given, many in this class of diasporans are the ones who took loans from commercial banks to travel and never repaid, increasingly straining the economy.

Yes Nigeria has its unique challenges, does it mean the citizens do not deserve a life, or fair hearing before being judged and prosecuted? India and Venezuela have more corrupt and bureaucratic systems but attract significant capital higher than us. Israel has its regional instabilities but still attract investors.

Today Indians, Chinese and Lebanese have more investment portfolio than our own diasporans. Many refuse to do their due diligence when sending money to their own family members and when they disappoint then, they claim all Nigerians are fraudsters. It hurts. Why are foreigners profitable in Nigeria more than us?

See-Finish. We have concluded that there is nothing working in Nigeria. That our government is bad and there is hopelessness. Yet the Chinese will see the market gaps and come and put in funds. Stay on site and see that standards are upheld to. Today tiles and most sanitary wares are manufactured in Nigeria because the Chinese believed we have the market.

Dear u/Mysterious-Bug-6838, because you have family and friends that are thieves and fraudsters doesn't mean every Nigerian is. Many of us are in Nigeria, not because we don't have opportunities to leave but we genuinely love this country, have loving familes here and want to build. We take the risk because we want even the Children of the diasporans to have a fatherland they can safely visit.

Do you know that 25 of the top 30 startups in Nigeria are funded from the US and Europe? Are all these fraudsters? Do you know the stress of trying to build and how it hurts to be called a fraudster for no just reason?

I have lived outside Nigeria, represented Nigeria in diplomatic events and currently a public servant. I have cofounded an advocacy organization and I have had the good and the bad experiences, but I made a choice to confront the things I feel I can change, and not some strange fellow trying to make me feel I shouldn't give a shot at what I want. This is r/Nigeria and culturally we have always been a community that supports each other.

People coming to reddit to share thoughts, should be objective and open mindedness.

Outside reports on romance scams, India records significantly more fraud incidents and higher financial losses than Nigeria, yet go to their subs on Tech and see the collaborations between the home grown startups and diasporans.

If we don't bring home the technology we find outside, or support home grown startups to thrive, who will? I wrote the Bill for the establishment of the Robotics and AI policy and institution to the National Assembly through one member because I saw it in another country, and felt the future of jobs in our country could depend on it. The bill has we speak, had pass the second reading.

When you outsource jobs to your cousins and they fail you, say it the way it was. These are genuine concerns that must be addressed, but don't jump on every post to remind us that you're living in a tier one country.

A Nigerian lady in the US outsourced a website job to a Nigerian guy. The work was delivered but certain functionalities and software were missing and to resolve the dispute she reached out that I should help her arrest the guy. Somehow we realized that she had paid the guy $281 for a job she had quoted and received $1500 from her company.

We appreciate the Diasporan community. We appreciate your voices. Remember also there are people back home who are trying to build your homeland, and tagging everyone of us fraudsters hurt.

Post I made 👉 https://www.reddit.com/r/Nigeria/s/CCJntICfd2

‎Please stop using people’s pain to make xenophobic jokes or comments.

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‎I live in Oyo State, the same state where bandits kidnapped 45 students, 6 teachers, and the school principal. The youngest child that was taken is only 2 years old, while the oldest is 16. A man was beheaded, and the bandits recorded it and sent the video to his family.

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‎This happened in Ogbomoso. I live in Ibadan, and my sister teaches in a rural school, so this situation hits very close to home. Teachers in Ogbomoso have been protesting and trying their best. Teachers in Ibadan have also been pushing for the NUT (Nigerian Union of Teachers) to temporarily shut down schools in Oyo State because of safety concerns, but many have been told they cannot leave work.

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‎I recently saw comments under a video about the attack from people in a certain country, (I won't say the name of the country but you can guess), and some of them seemed happy about what happened. I know some people dislike Nigerians, but please, I am begging you, do not turn innocent people’s suffering into something to laugh at or use for xenophobic remarks. Before we are Black or African, we are human beings first. That video of the woman carrying her baby on her back that the bandits recorded and sent to her family. Yh her husband is begging the bandits to take him instead and release his wife and child.

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‎For non-Nigerians reading this, please stop spreading misinformation that Nigerians are not speaking up. Many people have been speaking out. Teachers in Ibadan have been speaking. People are making videos, raising awareness, and discussing this every day, Many people are making videos speaking English speaking Yoruba, people are trying to let everyone know and let the government know. If you do not understand Yoruba, please do not assume nobody is talking about it. I have also seen people say Nigerians only care about issues pertaining to another  country. Different conversations can happen at the same time. People are capable of caring about more than one tragedy.

‎The people around me are angry. Oyo State people are angry. I am angry too. We are all angry. I genuinely wish we could shut everything down and protest, but many of us are struggling to survive. I earn ₦80,000 a month, which is about $58 or £44. If I miss work for a few days, I could lose my job. If teachers in Oyo State refuse to go to school in protest, many of them could lose their livelihoods too.

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‎I also heard through word of mouth that bandits may be threatening to attack Iseyin next. I do not know how true that is, but please stay alert. If you live in Ondo, Ekiti, Ogun, or Lagos, report suspicious individuals or activities to Amotekun. You can search online for “Amotekun number” followed by your state name.

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‎If possible, work with your landlord associations and local communities to organise neighbourhood vigilance. In my area, we are fortunate to have many OPC members who have been patrolling at night.

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‎Please, if you are not Nigerian, even something as simple as reposting the news or sharing information can help more people become aware of what is happening. Nigerian politicians are only focused on the next election and many of them do not seem to care about the lives of ordinary Nigerians. They only react when international attention begins to embarrass them. Please remember the human beings involved in this tragedy.

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‎God will protect us all.

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Recently, I have had a thought about how I can contribute to solving problems in Nigeria instead of running away from Nigeria. And you know what? I think it is about time for us to make a difference for Nigeria to thrive.

So I have a thought: instead of throwing around negativity and problems, we can all start brainstorming ideas and solutions to the problem. For instance, I will bring up the issue in the topic that is occurring in Nigeria. Then I start brainstorming the solution, and you can join as well or even share your own thoughts.

Here is my example:

Topic: Each tribe in Nigeria is not getting along with the others. How can we solve the issue?

My solution and thoughts: a one-year festival to celebrate our own tribe and other people's tribes, with 5 minutes of dance and music from each tribe. Having a small shop and souvenir from each tribe, and every tribe gets to bring their own meal to share with others.

Your thoughts or other ideas, suggestions or thoughts?

Hello I’m a Nigerian American who has recently started a digital marketing agency. I’m looking to hire someone in Nigeria to help contact potential clients in the U.S. This position pays a base salary AND commission.

Remote Appointment Setter / Phone Sales Representative (U.S. Market)

We are hiring a motivated and professional remote caller to help contact prospective clients in the United States.

You will be responsible for making outbound calls, following a provided script, qualifying leads, and helping generate new clients for the business.

This is a remote position with strong income potential for highly motivated individuals.

Responsibilities

- Make outbound calls to prospective clients
- Minimum of 100 calls per day.  
- Follow provided sales and qualification scripts
- Schedule and help secure new clients
- Maintain accurate CRM notes after calls
- Maintain professionalism and courtesy on all calls
- Participate in performance reviews and coaching sessions

Compensation

- Base salary: ₦150,000 per month
- Requirement: minimum of 5 clients generated per month
- Additional ₦50,000 commission for every additional client beyond the first 5
- No income cap — strong performers can earn ₦1,000,000+ per month depending on performance and results

The more calls you make and the more qualified clients you generate, the higher your earning potential.

What We Provide

- Leads will be provided
- Calling scripts will be provided
- Sales guidance and support
- Long-term growth opportunity for high performers

Requirements

- Strong spoken English
- Clear and professional accent
- Confident phone communication skills
- Reliable laptop/computer or smartphone
- Somewhat stable internet connection
- Ability to work consistently and meet daily call targets
- Self-motivated and disciplined

Preferred Qualifications

- Previous experience in:
- appointment setting,
- telesales,
- customer support,
- or outbound calling
- Experience speaking with U.S.-based customers is a plus

Additional Information

- Calls will be monitored and recorded for quality assurance and training purposes
- This job can be worked alongside your main job so long as you can work on EST time zone between the times of 9am-5pm which is Nigerian local time 2pm-10pm
- You can work as little as 4 hours a day as long as you hit expected daily and monthly goals. Great for students or anyone looking for a side hustle
- Professionalism must be maintained at all times
- Electricity and internet stipend can be negotiated for qualified candidates
- Bachelor’s degree is NOT required as long as you have high English proficiency

To Apply

Please leave a comment that you’re interested and I will send you the link to apply. You will need to submit:

1. Your resume or work experience
2. A short voice recording introducing yourself
3. Your WhatsApp number
4. Your internet speed screenshot
5. Any previous phone sales or customer service experience

Applications without a voice recording may not be considered.

Even if you don’t need the job please leave a comment to help boost the post or send this to someone who needs a job.

Applications are still open but thank you to everyone who applied so far. You should get an email within the next 2-3 weeks letting you know if I’ll be moving forward with your application.

I find it funny most of the ones upset about the post are diasporans who have done nothing to create jobs for people back home. Meanwhile the ones actually in Nigeria who this job was intended for are applying. Please save your think pieces for someone who cares.

This is quite sad no matter how one looks at it. The Godfather status that President Tinubu has consistently maintained in Lagos. He has now made Wike one.

In all these democracy and the people suffer.

Hello so I make that a year working remotely in Nigeria , but I’m split it’s new and I’m in 300l Lagos state university.

Idk what to do , on one hand I’m thinking of going to Canada to further my study or finish here .

Secondly build a life here (houses , cars etc) or move to Canada

Any Canadian in the house to report how the living condition is there? Or someone who’s diaspora

(Pardon any grammatical mistake iPhone’s keyboard is bugging) also to note I work in tech as a swe so yeah .