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FamilyRe: What's The Most Painful Thing Someone Ever Said To You? by Basalt(m): 7:20am On Apr 03, 2020
Fuckkthemod:
Mine was in 2006, my dad’s friend who own a house opposite our rented apartment where I lived with my dad. His second daughter was was my friend and age group, whenever her father sees us together he will say of all the landlords children around you choose the son of a tenant, these ones will end up as criminals

Today the man is my personal contractor, he is like a boy to my dad, my dad own 4 houses and a hotel today. Don’t dictate what a person will become
What a motivational story.
Please from which book was it curled from?
HealthRe: Bassey Offiong Dies Of Coronavirus In USA After Being Refused Test by Basalt(m): 12:51pm On Mar 30, 2020
ifykris22:
I told you guys dey don't treat migrants without health insurance over seas, especially in cases like this... cry cry cry
Please be specific, not all overseas.
They treat here
EducationRe: What Course Did You Study In The Tertiary Institution And What's your job now? by Basalt(m): 11:44pm On Mar 21, 2020
Lol.
I studied Geology, did business and now doing my masters
EducationRe: Will I Get Medicine & Surgery In EKSU With 284 As JAMB Score? by Basalt(m): 4:42pm On Mar 20, 2020
MZrapper:
Eleribu. Whatever you do to cover your shame is appreciated as far as it makes you feel bright.
Mind you, when I wrote jamb your mother was still single and searching.
Your written english is as bad as your future tho.

Next personhuh
What is wrong with you?
Is that all you have to say to someone who has 284 in JAMB?
Please stop this life of bitterness and hatred. It's not gonna do you any good.
Christianity EtcRe: Challenge To Nairaland Atheists by Basalt(m): 12:57am On Mar 12, 2020
SeunTheOwner:
Which type of stone?
marble, granite, basalt, limestone, sandstone, quartzite, travertine, slate, gneiss, laterite

is it metamorphic, sedimentary, igneous stone, or artificial.
WHY mentioning my name?
CrimeRe: Maryam Sanda Sentenced To Death For Killing Her Husband, Bilyaminu Bello by Basalt(m): 1:06pm On Jan 27, 2020
Annie939:
who will take care of there Child? the judgement is too harsh they should reversed it, at least prison will be better than death sentence
Just imagine the gibberish this one is vomiting.
She didn't remember the child before stabbing the husband and now the court should remember the child before sending her to the early grave she deserved.
TravelRe: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by Basalt(m): 7:36am On Jan 27, 2020
drnoel:
Lol, I believe we all know that's not true but it's Ur problem what u think. Don't be a sore loser. U give me too much credit by Ur comments, I really don't have that much time on my hand.
Anyways Ur problem not mine.
I actually shared for others to be aware and beware of your pessimism.
TravelRe: Top 7 Countries To Migrate From Nigeria In 2020 by Basalt(m): 7:31am On Jan 27, 2020
berrystunn:
I can help you

60+30+10=?

This is not baba ijébu , now I understand why you did not pass any exams.
grin
TravelRe: Top 7 Countries To Migrate From Nigeria In 2020 by Basalt(m): 7:06am On Jan 26, 2020
Thegamingorca:
Oga op number 3 and number 2 have cast in short germany should be last
Why do you think Germany should be last?
TravelRe: Top 7 Countries To Migrate From Nigeria In 2020 by Basalt(m): 7:01am On Jan 26, 2020
berrystunn:
60% of Nigerians leaving abroad are useless.


30% do come home.
10% do live large over there ,they don't come around.

If you know you know.
The addition of the percentages you gave sef doesn't sum up to 100% and you expect someone to take you seriously with your poor mathematics?
TravelRe: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by Basalt(m): 5:28am On Jan 25, 2020
drnoel:
I know I mentioned I won't be making any comments but I would rather like to point out that students hoping to study in Germany should pls be careful of the Eastern regions. The vibes there are really depressing.
Thanx for Ur attention. Cheers!
drnoel:
There are other side's to a coin. The situation u find urself now is really not better than where u were apart from the fact that u are now being educated in Germany but give it time. Ur eyes will open soon enough and u'd have to rethink Ur plans.
God bless!!
You guys should disregard drnoel's comments.
All he does on nairaland is jumping from one abroad thread to another causing troubles and discouraging people from traveling out.
Check his previous posts and you will understand what I am saying.
The more you read his posts, the more you get discouraged.
I am yet to see any optimism in any of his posts, it's always pessimism.
Listen to him at your own peril
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 7:49am On Jan 21, 2020
Jacknn:
Thanks very much for all the useful advice(informations) thusfar. Its really been helpful please don't relent to always inform us on any changes or things we need to do bfore coming don't let negative pple discourage you from updating us as you're a source of inspiration to many and even me because I rekindled my interest in this journey again bkaux of you're very first post and since then you've been ditching good and useful advice.thanks again Mr basalt we really appreciate you...
I wish you the best
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op):
ekrizz:
OP, I wish you all the best in your studies and endeavors. Please I'll like to know what kind of job prospects are available for those of us in oil and gas field. I'm a graduate of Petroleum Engineering from FUTO with a CGPA of 4.19. I'm currently serving, but I'm already making plans for Master's degree abroad. Should I include Germany in my list of potential countries to study?
There are oil companies here. One even recruited last month but honestly speaking, Germany has drastically reduced using Non renewable energy for now till 2030 or thereabout, what they use now is
renewable energy like wind energy etc.
I think your profession will be of higher demand in America, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Russia, Norway etc but the opportunities here for oil workers is very small unless you plan to move to another country after your studies.
Jobs/VacanciesRe: PLEASE I NEED YOUR ADVICE on this FEDERAL GOVERNMENT JOB by Basalt(op): 11:58am On Jan 17, 2020
wemicoal:
Did you finally get the government job? I have a similar case at the moment
For where?
I didn't get anything bro.
He later called and told me to pay 100k upfront to finalize the process and I vehemently refused telling him that even 10 kobo I nogo pay until I get employment letter and confirm the authenticity by earning first salary.
He angrily cut the phone on me...
That was the end.

I am currently doing my masters in Germany.
TravelRe: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by Basalt(m): 7:05am On Jan 15, 2020
drnoel:
Sorry if I didn't give u the answer u seek. Cheers!
The last thing I will do in this world is to seek answers from someone who is not straightforward.
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 5:34am On Jan 15, 2020
AIIyIic:
Well bro, the guy told you the truth. Data science is the most demanded course right now. You'll need to learn 1) Artificial Intelligence 2)python 3)machine learning and d likes.

I joined a company recently and it has been helpful so far. They teach you to become a data scientist with 0 upfront cost. I'll mention you on the thread, so check your mention.
Dankeschön meine Schwester
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 5:33am On Jan 15, 2020
I have to say this important thing and I beg you to pay attention to it to avoid stories that touch the heart.

Everybody is specially created by God. Some are gifted in analysis and they will do very well in any course that has to do with analysis and logic, some are gifted in calculation and usually do well in courses that have to do with calculations.

Why am I saying this?

Before you change your course to any other course, check yourself very well. If you are not good at Maths, then think twice before changing to Engineering field, computer science, informatics, etc otherwise you will likely not graduate.
Getting admission is one thing, its always easier to get admission but finishing the course is another thing.

From my research, most people that fail to graduate in Information technology and engineering fail because of series of Mathematics attached to those courses.
Those already in Germany will agree with me that Germany too dey overdo in everything they do. Quality is their watchword and you must be ready to do things well to be certified here.
So it's better you choose the course you know very well you can do and do very well.

I have seen those who abandoned their MSc programs and started afresh in another course because of the high demand for that particular course in Germany, only to get stuck because of esoteric Mathematics too difficult for him and by then he has already dematriculated from the department that originally gave him admission thereby making him float like a planktonic foraminifera.
I repeat, if you are not good at Maths, stay away from Math oriented courses in Germany.

For those that wanna go into information technology, you must not have a computer science degree. You can learn coding in Bootcamp or online. Create projects with that language or go for an internship. Nogo chook your head for new department wey go use Maths frustrate you.
Computer science in Universities are usually theoretical and Mathematical with some basic programming.
TravelRe: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by Basalt(m): 5:18am On Jan 15, 2020
I have to say this important thing and I beg you to pay attention to it to avoid stories that touch the heart.

Everybody is specially created by God. Some are gifted in analysis and they will do very well in any course that has to do with analysis and logic, some are gifted in calculation and usually do well in courses that have to do with calculations.

Why am I saying this?

Before you change your course to any other course, check yourself very well. If you are not good at Maths, then think twice before changing to Engineering field, computer science, informatics, etc otherwise you will likely not graduate.
Getting admission is one thing, its always easier to get admission but finishing the course is another thing.

From my research, most people that fail to graduate in Information technology and engineering fail because of series of Mathematics attached to those courses.
Those already in Germany will agree with me that Germany too dey overdo in everything they do. Quality is their watchword and you must be ready to do things well to be certified here.
So it's better you choose the course you know very well you can do and do very well.

I have seen those who abandoned their MSc programs and started afresh in another course because of the high demand for that particular course in Germany, only to get stuck because of esoteric Mathematics too difficult for him and by then he has already dematriculated from the department that originally gave him admission thereby making him float like a planktonic foraminifera.
I repeat, if you are not good at Maths, stay away from Math oriented courses in Germany.

For those that wanna go into information technology, you must not have a computer science degree. You can learn coding in Bootcamp or online. Create projects with that language or go for an internship. Nogo chook your head for new department wey go use Maths frustrate you.
Computer science in Universities are usually theoretical and Mathematical with some basic programming.
TravelRe: Nigerian Students In Germany..how Do You Survive?? by Basalt(m): 4:59am On Jan 15, 2020
drnoel:
Well am no novice on the topic in question. He stressed his major points on the students aspects of living and working in Germany. That is what I meant by he being wrong on some aspects cos I know many Nigerians already citizenship with good jobs in Germany. These people will give u another scenery of the discussion.
I also know a few Nigerian students living in Germany and what they say fits to the picture the OP painted.
You are indeed very annoying honestly.
With all these series of posts, you are yet to pinpoint any area where he is wrong and then correct it with what you think is right. People like you are the reason why most people don't comment here again.
Please this thread is for information purposes. Hit the nail on the head and stop beating around the bush
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 9:26am On Jan 05, 2020
When I told him how many hours I work he shouted and warned me seriously to reduce the hours otherwise I won't develope enough for professional jobs within my 3years of studies (unless I am a Robot)
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op):
Happy New Year everyone.
During these days of silence, I was able to meet with many experienced people who were all students before and now comfortably working.
One (29yrs) is working in NRW as an environmental scientist on a salary scale of 52k per year and he got the job within 4 months of graduation.
I asked him for his secrets and he told me that I should worry less about the course I am studying and focus on personal development. That even if I am studying how to cut cook food in Germany, I should learn it well and be able to hold a conversation in Deutsch.
He also mentioned that I should try all means to learn any programming language related to my field.
He said for my field, I need to learn Python/Matlab and how to use it to analyze data very well.
That by now I should be aware that I should be working on getting at least B2 German certificate before graduating and if possible convert my Nigerian driver's license to a German driver's license.
He said many things all centered on self-development.
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 10:58am On Dec 21, 2019
Linzo:
Mr basalt we're you now?
Es tut mir leid (I am sorry)
Ich bin hier (I am here)
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op):
Dopekidd:
Mr basalt. I have Bsc in geography and resource management. GPA 3.02
Can I apply for masters in Germany, I have a toefl test from early 2018, I got 74 in tho. Can I apply for masters with this, or I should write IELTS
I would prefer a IT field tho, or I should go for Bsc
I'm 22 years
Sorry for late response.
I am just coming back now from work.

Age is still really by your side.
The first question I will ask you before I proceed to giving my own advice is this.

Do you have passion for computers?
Are you good at logical thinking, mathematics and programming?

Going into a particular field is one thing, graduating is another.
I don't know about Bsc programs but in msc lecturers don't hold hands.
If you go into any area which you are not good at, you will end up frustrated out especially if you go into main universities (Germany also has university of applied sciences)

also, you can go for masters in any of the GIS courses.
GIS is also IT
EducationRe: I Had 2.80 As CGPA Can I Still Have First Class? by Basalt(m): 5:54pm On Dec 14, 2019
Zabiboy:
Oga....
School now is not about how u read or going to lectures bla bla bla...
Its mostly about 2 things
1) Remembrance memory....cz u can read like mumu nd still not remember sum things wen u enta hall

2) lecturers.....i wont say much here...but any undergraduate or fresh graduate would know wat m talking about....back then in my year 2 i had a lecturer who made it clear 7k or fail d course....our best student den nd sum churchy people tot he wz joking nd dey all failed. Nobody tell dem d next year to ready their 7k

So OP Just do ur best nd remember to improve urslef with alot of skills so it would boost ur opportunities.....there wz a set where their best student graduated with 2:2...nigerian companies were looking at his grades but a professor abroad wz ready to resign unless he was employed nd till date his coursemates still gives him stuffs to help them with....so b d best version of urself..school doesnt 100% determines ur progress.
Too much exxageration
EducationRe: I Had 2.80 As CGPA Can I Still Have First Class? by Basalt(m): 5:50pm On Dec 14, 2019
Jueds:
Pls I'm a student of Microbiology in one of the Nigeria universities. I had 2.80 as CGPA in my first semester in 100 level. And first class has been my goal. Can I still make it to the Top? Pls I need your advise. Because it is a technology school where I'm using 5yrs.
It's extremely hard if not impossible with such a bad start.
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 7:17pm On Dec 09, 2019
Jacknn:
Mr basalt please if dose info abt ur school and present course is I think prolly too confidential for you to give out,then pls just PM us via email,I have emailed you several times no reply,pls when you're free bro,pls try to PM me lets talk a little abt dis after which I won't disturb again,thanks in advance...
My brother, it seems you don't understand me when I told you earlier that I don't have access to the email I used to register on nairaland anymore. I don't like saying the same thing over and over again. Ask whatever you wanna ask right here and I will answer you to the fullness, by so doing, others will benefit from it and also share their own opinion. This is my confidential account and I don't wanna reveal any personal details linked to it (I have to say this one more time)
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op):
LOSKYXANDER:
I studied geology too and graduated in 2017. Thank God I met this thread. Would u mind mentioning the course you are studying and the school? I'm considering starting a masters program in 2020 in Germany but It seems
1.there's little opportunities for geologists in Germany.
2. How long did your admission and visa process take?
1. Yes, you are correct, there are little opportunities for Geologists in Germany, but there are still opportunities for geoscientists here

2. Visa processing is usually 6-8weeks after interview (depending on condition) then admission to study in German universities usually comes after the deadline of application
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 6:00pm On Dec 08, 2019
Blissbath:
Pls hw much does it take for everytink?
I already gave the cost estimate in the last or last 2 pages. Check the previous pages for the total estimate
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 3:22pm On Dec 08, 2019
Dopekidd:
Please I need to ask a question, after 1 year of being a student in Germany, can one visit other countries like US, Canada and co?
Ofcus. My friend in another city has visited many countries including UK, America and Canada.
But I am yet to visit another continent apart from Europe
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 6:23am On Dec 08, 2019
drnoel:
I didn't mean any disrespect by my statement but that statement remains true and I won't be changing it or withdrawing it.
The statement embodies many experiences I have had along the way,
1. seeing Nigerian and how they live and suffer.
2. Some years back my general manager (wifey) was looking for a help around the house but it was not easy to get here, something that one may have easily gotten in US, UK or Naija.
We were finally pushed to speak with Nigerians, men when u hear their stories u'd weep. It's esp difficult in a country that is getting hostile to foreigners. We had to respect ourselves and re-evaluate our strategy.
3. I went off work and did the house help stuff myself,....lol.

I admire Ur spirit and rightful so, it's within Ur right to want success for urself. Pls don't let anyone take that spirit from u, fight for what u feel is right.
4. But remember this, not everyone is entitled to travel out or entitled to leave and work abroad. Me am living my dream so live urs.
Cheers!!
You see why it appears I have problem with you?
You just type without carefully reading into the points others are making.
NOW LET ME REACT TO THESE POINTS YOU MADE ABOVE

1. seeing Nigerian and how they live and suffer
If some few Nigerias (illegal immigrants) live and suffer abroad, is it now enough to say one shouldn't travel abroad legally?
Do you know how many Nigerians (legal and educated) that are suffering in Nigeria?

2. Some years back my general manager (wifey) was looking for a help around the house but it was not easy to get here, something that one may have easily gotten in US, UK or Naija.
First of all, I thought you said you have never been to USA? How did you know that it is something that might easily be gotten in US and UK?
Thats apart, is it now enough to discourage people from furthering their education abroad or will I say Germany simply because your wife didnt get help around the house?

3. I went off work and did the house help stuff myself,....lol.
I am new in Germany and single too but believe me, once you have the money you can employ Nannies to take care of your baby or find a way to do it. There are many family people here with children and they are not complaining. Now let me shock you all. Do you know that German government pays money to you for every child you have? just for the maintenance of that child (about 200 euros a month for each child) if you have 3 children, the government gives you over 600 Euros monthly to assist you take care of them, I mean even if you are not a citizen sef provided you are in Germany. Can Nigerian government give you a penny to support your children?

4. But remember this, not everyone is entitled to travel out or entitled to leave and work abroad.
Did you see any part of my post which says that we must all leave Nigeria? I kept on saying it from the onset that if you are doing well in Nigeria, there is no point leaving but if you are not doing well, then leave and try somewhere else. That has always been my point.

Please always read other people's point very well before responding
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 2:58am On Dec 08, 2019
noeloge82:
This is an Educative thread let's reduce insults and learn believe it or not both sides have advantages and disadvantages

But in my 1 cent advice comparing how much u earn in dollars to how much earned in naira may not be a good idea its better u compare both currency strengths in the two countries

A man that earns example $10000 cannot be said to earn 3.6million cos he spends d money in dollars and not Naira therefore both values are not same
You made a nice point. The bills here is really much especially when compared to the bills in Nigeria but we are talking of what remains after spending money in a month. For instance, with my single salary last month for night job, I cleared all my bills including TK insurance (because I am less than 30) and bought Samsung s9 (German version), wireless headset, etc and have some small money remaining in my N26 account, this is what I COULDN'T have done if I was still teaching in that private school earning less than 30k in a month. Imagine if I didn't buy all these things, I will save it in my firstbank account just within one month of working. This december, I am planning of sending 100k to my parents for Christmas celebration, I know it is a chicken change but I dare not try it when I was in Nigeria earning peanuts. Infact I have never given my parents money since I was born not because I didn't feel like but because I couldn't give what I didn't have.
Don't get me wrong, there are people in Nigeria that can afford samsung S9 four times every month with their salary but how many percent?
If you are among those few people Nigeria is favouring then you can stay and enjoy but if it doesn't favour you, my brother my sister find your way out LEGALLY if you can, don't listen to all these people discouraging you, the fact is that you stand a better chance of making it more if you plan yourself well, I can't lie to you guys.
TravelRe: DON'T LISTEN TO Anyone Who Discourages You From Travelling Abroad by Basalt(op): 2:39am On Dec 08, 2019
drnoel:
@basalt, I don't have to reply Ur insults.

Lol, I never claimed to have gone to the US or visited it. I have not been to the US nor do I want to go there.
As regards crossing the shores of naija, that one got me Rollin on the floor laughing.
Cheers!
Apologies if you feel insulted but you started it bro. What do you mean by Ur eyes will open soon enough and u'd have to rethink Ur plans in your first comment?
Are you hoping for me to rethink my plans or what? I am really pissed off when people claim to know it all even knowing the future as if they are God. I hate that post with passion and you should learn how to be constructive and mature in your posts. That abroad didn't work for you doesn't mean it won't work for others. You really need to have an open mind

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