This would be best as a hub I would say. Also you are writing against the background of Nigerian email scams that are the most common news about Nigeria - the chances of getting sarcastic answers are pretty high - here or in a hub. I would start it about business and bring in Nigeria later in the piece if were doing it.
thanks a lot, but as a Nigerian, I do not believe that Nigerians are scammers. true, there may be a few bad eggs, but you will still find scammers in every country of the world. Nigerians are honest and dedicated and hardworking people.
I know this - but I was talking about peoples perception of Nigeria.
You do need to take into account the worldwide perception of Nigerian-based fraud, though. it's an obstacle which must be overcome.
I found the piece informative, except for this part:
>> Forget your "ego" and turn it into "ego", because only then would you have a truly refined ego. >>
by fierycj 14 years ago
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Hey guys, put yourself in my shoes for a sec here. I know its hard as hell, but just try. How would you feel if someone was spreading abominable stuff about your country? Stuff you know for a fact isn't true. How do you know it isn't true? Well, for starters, you live in the country, and something...
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i sent my email address to someone from nigeria so they could make a payment.i know now that this was a scam, what can i do
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Does any one love to come over to Africa? Tell us why you love to come and what you hope to expect.
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