Vol 34 | 18-06-2023
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We all have a degree of anxiety about money, and it’s always interesting to see how it guides our financial decisions. The subject of today’s Naira Life earns reasonably well, but saving money is not his thing. A lot of it has to do with his previous experiences with money, or the lack of it — and what it meant for his family.
Let’s get into this week’s stories.
In this letter:
- #Nairalife: Why Does This Comms Manager Have a Phobia of Saving?
- HustlePrint: How Do You Become a Mechanic in Nigeria? We Asked One
- Love Currency: A Long-distance Relationship in Ibadan and Lagos on a ₦30k Salary
- Money Meanings: “Floating Exchange”
- Game: #HowMuchLast
- Where The Money At?!
#Nairalife: Why Does This Comms Manager Have a Phobia of Saving?
The communications manager in this story will always prioritise investing in real estate over saving. Why? His family has gone through the worst of housing situations, and he won’t let it happen again.
Some other great money articles you should read:
How Do You Become a Mechanic in Nigeria? We Asked One
Tobi Ismail was in uni for a civil engineering degree when he decided to become a mechanic. For #Hustleprint, he talks about gaining relevant skills through internships, starting Smiles Autos, his car repair company, managing risks, and everything in between.
A Long-distance Relationship in Ibadan and Lagos on a ₦30k Salary
24-year-old Feyi* has been dating her boyfriend for six years. They met in 100 level in 2017 and survived university as a couple. In 2022, they have limited incomes, but Feyi is confident they’re set for a comfortable financial future.
An excerpt: “I’m looking forward to a financial future where we’re both earning enough to comfortably sustain us. My boyfriend’s handwork promises to give him a lot of money. Mine is also promising. We don’t have to be stinky rich; I just want to be able to afford as many wigs and shoes as I want and decide not to go to work and not feel guilty.“
Money Meanings
Game: #HowMuchLast
#HowMuchLast is a game where we show you an item and you tell us (and the world) the highest amount you’d pay for it.
Some weeks will be Okin biscuit, some others will be SUVs.
If you could, how much would you exchange your naira notes for dollar bills? So, #HowMuchLast for a one dollar?
What’s the most you’d pay? Tweet at us here.
Where The Money At?!
We can’t say we’re about the money and not actually help you find the money.
So we’ve compiled a list of job opportunities for you. Make sure you share this with anyone who might need it because in this community, we look out for each other.
Again, don’t mention. We gatchu.
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All good things must come to an end. But not this good thing. We’ll be back next week.
In the
meantime, keep reading Zikoko’s articles and be sure to share the love.
Till next week…
Yours cashly,
Toheeb,
Zikoko’s ‘OG’ Mr. Money
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