Peter,

Do you know where in Nigeria you will be going? There is a big difference between the security in region around Lagos, compared to up in the northeast for example. I haven't been to Nigeria myself, although I've been on their northern border where met quite a few Nigerians. They were generally helpful and friendly. We even had a visa to Nigeria that we got while in Ghana, but didn't end up using it as we drove a different route. We later regretted not having spent a bit of time in Nigeria when we were so close. Several people I know though have traveled there extensively on their own, with no problems whatsoever. But there are (or at least were) check points (road blocks) virtually ever 5 km throughout the whole country. Some maned by official personnel, and some by not so official personnel. It's just part of the interesting challenge of west Africa.

You might want to do a search on this forum to see if there is any up to date info (not hunting related, but in regards to security and in general) http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/hubb/sub-saharan-africa/

I personally would go without a seconds hesitation. If the govt is involved, things will probably go pretty smoothly, and it will be an adventure no matter what happens.

If you wish, I can come with you to deal with the check points and other African bureaucracy.

Erik