Ep 19 | WE ARE FINISHED! Bureaucracy, Visa Drama & Why It’s Hard Being Nigerian

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Miles Apart In The Common Room

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Just three friends across the world, sharing their experiences.

Personal Journals

Society & Culture

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Ep 19 | WE ARE FINISHED! Bureaucracy, Visa Drama & Why It’s Hard Being Nigerian

Miles Apart In The Common Room

50 minutes 25 seconds

1 month ago

Ep 19 | WE ARE FINISHED! Bureaucracy, Visa Drama & Why It’s Hard Being Nigerian

In this episode, we catch up on life, the changing weather, and the realities of being Nigerian in a world that doesn’t always make things easy.

Michael opens up about his plans to travel and the frustrating visa and passport challenges he’s been facing, not because of missing documents, but simply because of where he’s from. From dealing with unresponsive authorities to experiencing unnecessary bureaucracy, this conversation dives deep into the struggles that many young Nigerians face when trying to chase global opportunities.

We also talk about weather transitions, infrastructure issues, and why Nigeria’s problems seem stuck on repeat, despite its massive potential. This episode is honest, funny in parts, and painfully real in others.

If you’ve ever tried to get a visa, renew a passport, or navigate Nigerian systems, you’ll definitely relate to this one.

Timestamps

00:00 – Introduction and Catching Up

01:18 – Transitioning into Fall: Personal Experiences

03:50 – Winter Perspectives: Driving and Weather Challenges

06:14 – Travel Plans and Visa Challenges

09:01 – Navigating Visa Applications and Travel Logistics

15:09 – Navigating the Passport Application Process

17:04 – Frustrations with Government Systems

19:00 – The Struggles of Communication with Authorities

21:02 – The Impact of Bureaucracy on Travel

22:53 – The Challenges of Visa Applications

26:19 – The Nigerian System and Accountability

28:02 – The Importance of Infrastructure

30:17 – Government Policies and Their Consequences

34:28 – Understanding Nigeria’s Complexities

36:56 – The Impact of Flooding on Daily Life

39:22 – The Cycle of Disappointment in Governance

43:46 – The State of Sports and Talent in Nigeria

48:20 – The Future of Nigeria’s Leadership

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