MoneybyZikoko: He’s a Stay-at-home Dad After Chasing Money for 20 Years

Vol 52 | 30-10-2023

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I didn’t think I needed to read the Naira Life of a stay-at-home dad until Tife shared this draft. Yes, I might have made jokes about being one in the future, but it hasn’t been a strong consideration. Hmm, I wonder why that is.

So yes, it was exhilarating to see someone currently playing this role. The thing is, I don’t think it was something this man considered as well. For 20 years, he was deep in his “I-have-to-hustle’ bag. What changed?

️Let’s get into it.

In this letter:

#NairaLife: The Stay-at-Home Dad Who’s Choosing His Family Over Money
A WeeK in the Life: “The Coastline of Nigeria Is Beautiful From the Sky”
Money Meanings: “Liquidity”
Game: #HowMuchLast
Where The Money At?!

The #NairaLife of a Stay-at-Home Dad Who’s Choosing His Family Over Money

For almost 20 years, this 35-year-old construction manager’s sole focus was making money, no matter what it took. But a health scare and the birth of his children have changed his priorities. Now, he’s a proud stay-at-home dad, doing what works best for his family — even if it means not working.

How’s it working out?

Some other great money articles you should read:

What do you know about Burning Ram?

We know Zikoko throw the best parties. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way,how do you like your meat? Grilled, peppered, roasted, fried or in between juicy burgers?

I guess you can say it’s a great thing that we’ve got all these and more at Burning Ram — the biggest meat festival coming up on November 11. Tickets are now available!

Get your Burning Ram tickets here!

“The Coastline of Nigeria Is Beautiful From the Sky” — A Week in the Life of a Pilot

This pilot cum businessman talks about the challenges of aviation in Nigeria, the best part of being a pilot, and the importance of friends.

An excerpt: “When you’re fresh out of aviation school in the US, the best place to fly is in Nigeria. In aviation, we rate experience with hours spent in the air. So instead of saying I have 20 years experience, you’ll say I have X number of hours. As a Nigerian, you’re at a disadvantage competing against Americans for spaces because you have neither experience [hours] nor the means to gain them. Unlike Nigeria where pilots are few, there are many pilots in America. Therefore, it’s easier to get a job and gain hours when you come back to Nigeria.

The only challenge is dealing with Nigerian factors. While my company doesn’t have the Nigerian factor, I’ve heard tales…”

What does his typical week look like?

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.

With what flight tickets prices are saying, you begin to wonder if you really need to hop on that plane. But say you do, how much would you be willing to pay for a flight ticket?

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.