21/02/2025
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As many of you are planning to Japa to the UK? Please remember to ask questions and do some research on your own so you can pick your location wisely.!
Japa season is still trending, and if you’re planning to relocate to the UK alone or with your family, you need to choose your location with sense! Because not everywhere in the UK is London, and not everywhere in London is “soft life.”
Below are some tips for your guide to picking the right spot based on vibes, job opportunities, cost of living, and survival rate!
1. Greater London – The “I Have Arrived” Package
Jobs: Finance, tech, media, law, healthcare, etc
Vibes: If you like big city life, expensive rent, and constantly saying "It’s not that cold" while shivering, London is for you.
Reality Check: Your rent and other costs might be equal to or more expensive than your entire monthly salary. But if you survive here, you can survive anywhere in the UK/Europe.!
2. Manchester – London’s Cooler (and Cheaper) Cousin
Jobs: Media (BBC, ITV), tech, health care, manufacturing, etc.
Vibes: A mix of city energy and affordable living. If London is Lagos, Manchester is Abuja—calm but happening.
Reality Check: Rain. Rain. More rain. But at least you won’t spend all your money on rent or other costs.
3. Birmingham – The Hustler’s Paradise
Jobs: Engineering, finance, health care, manufacturing, etc.
Vibes: Not as expensive as London and Manchester, but still plenty of opportunities. Also, home of Peaky Blinders (so get ready to hear "Oi mate!" a lot).
Reality Check: The accent is... unique. You might spend your first few months just trying to understand people.
4. Scotland (Edinburgh & Glasgow) – Whiskey, Bagpipes, and affordable/low Rent
Jobs: Finance, tourism, health care, renewable energy.
Vibes: Beautiful scenery, fewer but united Nigerians (so less jollof competition), and lower cost of living.
Reality Check: The Scottish accent is a full-time puzzle. If you think you hear or speak English, Scotland will humble you.
5. Leeds – The Northern Underdog
Jobs: Banking, healthcare, digital, etc.
Vibes: Affordable, plenty of opportunities, and a solid nightlife scene.
Reality Check: If you don’t like cold weather, prepare your winter jackets!
6. Bristol & Bath – The “Soft Life” Package
Jobs: Aerospace, creative industries, healthcare, renewable energy, etc.
Vibes: Clean, safe, and plenty of job opportunities. Bath is for history lovers; Bristol is for techies.
Reality Check: You’ll pay a bit more for the peace and quiet.
7. Newcastle & Sunderland – Budget-Friendly Japa
Jobs: IT, healthcare, automotive, etc.
Vibes: Friendly people, cheaper housing, and surprisingly good job prospects.
Reality Check: Winter will test your soul. But hey, at least you’ll have extra savings.
8. Liverpool – The Land of Football and Good Vibes
Jobs: Healthcare, logistics, digital, etc.
Vibes: If you love football, nightlife, and friendly locals, Liverpool is for you.
Reality Check: Scousers (Liverpool locals) have an accent that might require subtitles.
9. Wales (Cardiff & Swansea) – The Hidden Gem
Jobs: Finance, media, healthcare, digital innovation.
Vibes: Affordable, peaceful, and you can randomly take trips to the mountains.
Reality Check: The Welsh language will confuse you, but don’t worry—English is still alive there.
10. Northern Ireland (Belfast) – Low Cost, High Opportunity
Jobs: Tech, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, etc.
Vibes: A hidden tech hub with low rent.
Reality Check: You might have to explain to people that Northern Ireland is part of the UK.
Moral of the Story?
Japa is good but is not just about entering flight—you need to pick a location that matches your financial budget, career, and survival skills and social life.
So, before you book that ticket, ask yourself:
Do I want London stress or Manchester peace?
Do I want Scotland’s scenery or Birmingham’s hustle?
Do I want to save money or spend my entire salary on rent and other costs?
Choose wisely! Because rent is monthly once you land, one month is like 2 weeks, and there’s no "Ctrl+Z" to undo your decision(at least for the first few years)
If this piece of information makes sense to you, you can as well share it on your timeline. Someone on your friend list or WhatsApp might need this information before they Japa blindly/out of ignorance.!
