When I was planning to come here I have read all sorts of things on Nigerian Culture, even had taken tips from others who have visited Nigera earlier. I can say now I was not prepared enough. Some of things I found different.
1) Morning meet and greet is very part of work culture. Morning meet and greet is typically long one. They never forget to ask " How was your night?" different to what we ask "How are you?"
Later I come to know that it is rude to rush the greeting process. You must take the time to ask about the person’s health, the health of their family etc.
2) The Concept of Nigerian Time. You may expect a meeting can start after 2-3 hours from the indicated time. Whatever the meeting is for.
They takes things slow initially and don't seem to be in a hurry especially when meeting people for the first time.
3) Tip is culture of Nigeria, from Taxi driver, live music show or restaurant everywhere it is expected. I get asked for kickbacks all the time. Actually, kickbacks are more like tips. Give kickbacks or tips at your own discretion.
4) Relationship is key to get meeting successful. It is important to develop good, long-term relationships. If meetings seem a little informal and non-business focussed, do not worry - the more time spent on relationship-building, the better.
5)Patience is always tested. Try to be patient at all times in Nigeria be it waiting for driver, meeting or even in shop. The more you push, the more dificult it will be.
6)Take care at all times and never go anywhere with people you do not know well.
1) Morning meet and greet is very part of work culture. Morning meet and greet is typically long one. They never forget to ask " How was your night?" different to what we ask "How are you?"
Later I come to know that it is rude to rush the greeting process. You must take the time to ask about the person’s health, the health of their family etc.
2) The Concept of Nigerian Time. You may expect a meeting can start after 2-3 hours from the indicated time. Whatever the meeting is for.
They takes things slow initially and don't seem to be in a hurry especially when meeting people for the first time.
3) Tip is culture of Nigeria, from Taxi driver, live music show or restaurant everywhere it is expected. I get asked for kickbacks all the time. Actually, kickbacks are more like tips. Give kickbacks or tips at your own discretion.
4) Relationship is key to get meeting successful. It is important to develop good, long-term relationships. If meetings seem a little informal and non-business focussed, do not worry - the more time spent on relationship-building, the better.
5)Patience is always tested. Try to be patient at all times in Nigeria be it waiting for driver, meeting or even in shop. The more you push, the more dificult it will be.
6)Take care at all times and never go anywhere with people you do not know well.
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