Chiamaka Obi

Chiamaka Obi

Pay and contracts writer

Chiamaka covers the money and paperwork side of working remotely from Nigeria: dollar pay and comparing offers, working for companies in other countries, contracts, getting paid, tax, and spotting job scams.

  • Pay and offers
  • Working for foreign companies
  • Contracts
  • Getting paid
  • Scams

Articles by Chiamaka (105)

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

Can a Nigerian Work Remotely for a Company in the UK?

Yes, from Nigeria with no UK visa. How UK companies hire Nigerians (contractor or EOR), whether IR35 and UK tax apply, and what to check in your contract.

16 min read

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

How to Find Remote Jobs That Accept African Time Zones

Find remote jobs that fit Lagos hours: read EMEA and CET ±2 wording, use time zone filters on job boards, and check that Nigeria-based applicants are eligible.

15 min read

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

Remote Jobs With African Startups: A Guide for Nigerians

Which African startups hire Nigerians remotely? Verified October 2026 examples, how to read "Remote, Nigeria" tags, naira vs dollar pay, and how to apply.

15 min read

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

What Does EMEA Mean in a Remote Job Description?

EMEA means Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Nigeria is in it. Learn how to read EMEA, APAC and LATAM labels on remote job ads and check eligibility.

13 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

How to Protect Your Identity During Remote Job Applications

What to share and when: protect your NIN, BVN, passport and bank details, check a remote job before sending documents and share your CV safely from Nigeria.

16 min read

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

How to Find Remote Jobs With Irish Companies From Nigeria

Can you work for a Dublin or Irish company from Nigeria? How to read Irish job ads, which roles are open to you, permits, pay and a weekly search routine.

15 min read

Remote Jobs for Nigerians in Specific Countries

What Does Worldwide Remote Mean When Applying From Nigeria?

What "worldwide remote" means on a job ad when you live in Nigeria: country exclusions, working hours in WAT, contractor vs employee, pay, and a quick checklist.

14 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

Why You Should Never Pay to Receive a Remote Job Offer

Real employers never charge you to get hired. Learn why recruitment fees are a scam, what fees hide as, and which remote work costs are legitimate in Nigeria.

13 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

What to Check in a Remote Work Contract Before Signing

A clause-by-clause checklist for Nigerians signing a remote work contract: pay, currency, WAT hours, notice, IP, non-competes and red flags to walk away from.

16 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

How to Decide Whether a Remote Job Is Right for You

Decide whether a remote job suits you: personal fit, power and internet, Lagos-time hours, real take-home pay and a 10-point self-assessment for Nigerians.

15 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

How to Verify Whether an International Employer Is Legitimate

Check a foreign employer before you send documents: company registers, the careers page, website and domain checks, recruiter verification and a 15-minute checklist.

15 min read

Remote Work Scams, Employment Rights and Career Growth

What Happens When a Remote Company Ends Your Contract?

Remote contract ended? What Nigerian contractors and EOR employees are owed: notice, final invoice, leave, severance, equipment and next steps.

16 min read