₦airaland Forum

imperiouxx:
And to this man God is Great (godG), I'm happy to see you achieving it. From university to Nasarawa - Toto and to WI, U.S. God is certainly great. You no dey tell me say na government pikin you be na.

And the biggest moment we've been waiting for for almost 3 years..... https://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/party/party0016.gif https://www.mysmiley.net/imgs/smile/party/party0016.gif Cheers my friend!

Contrary to what someone said, nowhere in U.S now is cold, the heat wave in most parts is suicidal but winter will soon kick in and then you will need a good winter coat or jacket.

Yaga! At last, my shayo! Thanks, Sir Imperiouxx. You all have been wonderful! God is indeed great. One thing I know is this: your years, dreams, and everything yours will always be blessed. God will always take care of you and yours! Thank you, sir.

kennyrony:
Congratulations bro.

Thanks, man.

Chemical2:
It's nice to see guys coming to Madison, WI. godG welcome to the land of cheese and beer. It is the best time of the year here in Madison.

Thanks, bro. Thank you.

amanze15:
Godg is a chic?! summer holidays for wisconsin no go bad

**gay alert! Running for my dear life!

Walspring:
Wow!!!

Wonderful!!!

Congratulations!!!

Enjoy your stay in Obamaland

Thanks, brother. Biko, your transcript dey hungry me o. By God's grace, it'll be a good one.

Thanks, everyone. God bless. May we all find it easy.

MsNas:
Congrats Godg. Enjoy your stay and studies in the United States.

Thank you, sis! MsNas na one sure sis of mine. I can only wish you well, always!

sirRiddy:
Congrats godG...Wish you the best in Wisconsin.

Thanks, bro.

bbdd:
PhD is a serious something.
Are you on grad cafe? They have a city guide which includes Madison WI.
Lots of grad students give their input on how to survive in that arctic land.((SAID THAT ON PURPOSE ))
Lots of tips on housing and general survival tips. Its an indispensable tool for current and intending PhD students.

Hahahaha. Make I join now. Thanks, man!

bbdd:
NICE!
Congrats man
Fulbright is organized in conjunction with the US Consulate. Your visa was sure from day 1
Congrats once again.

I'm prepping myself for the intense research and teaching assignments ahead.. PhD is not truly not a piece of cake. Gotta brace up.

Once again congrats.
Madison is cold. Get ready oo.
Cheers bro.

Thanks, man! No worry, God go give you the strength. Na the target b dt o: PhD.

innovativeame:
I will

We dey wait, sir.

bbdd:
Bro how far movement.
Got your winter coats ready? WI is a coooold place.

Sure brother! I dey ready o. But why all of una dey take the cold scare me? Was at the consulate today for my interview that lasted a minute or so. I doubt if this would be helpful to anyone, but make I sha drop am:

VO: Hello, how are you?

Me: I'm good, you?

"Fine thank you," he answered.

VO: So you are going to UW-Madison on a Fulbright program. That is great.

Me: Yeah.

VO: Been to the US before?
"No," I answered.

VO: Let me give you this, consult it in case you have any difficulty in the U.S - which I doubt because you are on a government sponsored program. Meanwhile, you should collect your visa at the Public Affairs Section on Monday. Have a good day.

Me: You too. Thank you.

innovativeame:
I've missed you guys. I'll be back soon

At your earliest convenience, we need your travelogue. Enjoy US and clarity in all you do.

Seunvense:
Haba, nobody is above mistake now...tanks 4 d correction tho.

Wow. #Maturity. God bless you, brother. You will go far in life, with this attitude of yours. Pardon my earlier post, I be dey think say na those noodles generation kids ni.

Seunvense:
Correct...University of Ibadan has been taken the first position since 17 November 1948.

From this blunder, if you happen to be a graduate of UI, you should ask for a refund of the fees you paid. No, that won't be fair on UI, the school should just revoke your certificate. You just embarrassed your UI.

ddbluv:
Pls what kinda gift can someone give a lecturer that gave me good ref letter. NB: He's a Muslim Scholar so am thinking of Ramadan gift. Budget 5k

Sir, this is thoughtful of you. Well, you could get a big broiler at that price. Or a brown leather pair of shoes; if it ain't leather, don't buy it - this is a tricky one, though!

justwise:
Which God?

Funny how Nigerians drag God into mud. Hypocrites!

BuddahMonk:
Yolobass are the least travelled people in Nigeria yet they compile the highest number of statistics based on travelogue like.

Yorubas are the least travelled because they get all what they need in their neighborhood - SW. What then is the point? It's a bad thing tho.

kessel:
My friend, dia are some words u don't use on people e.g "LAZY"...... please watch it cos u don't know me or my reasons fr looking for such schools. I might as well be first person who would get an F1 visa without a standardized test.

Trust me, you won't be the first. You can always get admission without it, just that the odds are not so good looking.

matthew1234:
@godd I have read responses to issues and the way(s) u answer them is simply incredible.U don't really get the credit u deserve.I duff my hat..Guru of the day.

Hahaha. God bless you, brother!

Credit ke. If anyone should be praised, they are the people who find time to come here even years after they gained from here, despite their busy schedule: Imperiouxx, OjaP, Mystiqme, kpolli, Webstradamus, Biggie, Walspring, Slimmy05, MsNas, etc. These people deserves Oscars for their roles here.

What do I owe you for this orgasmic commendation?! God bless you. In reality, everyone on this thread deserves commendation for sparing their time.

droloye:
I wrote standardized exams...GRE , IELTS (310 AND 7 respectively)
The 1st interview was a mess and i have agreed but is there aything wrong with an inlaw sponsoring

Good score. There is nothing wrong with it if such act of benevolence can be justified brilliantly by the applicant. Otherwise, there is everything wrong with it.

Why is she sponsoring you and not her daughter when you don't have kids yet! What is the possibility of you not deserting her in the US to marry an American? In such case, what will be the benefit of her sponsoring you. The VOs are psychologists. You get the drift?

In all, sir, if you can convince them, you will get it the third time! Best wishes.

droloye:
hello house
i am really not happy as regards my situation but i want you guys to have a look at my denials and possible reasons.
i have defered my admission
VO GOOD AM
ME RESPONDED
VO WHY WHERE U DENIED A UK VISA
ME INSUFFICIENT FUNDS…..WAS GOING TO SHOP FOR MY WEDDING BLAH BLAH ( Here, the VO must have been like, 'Oh, really? You are going to shop in the UK without sufficient fund, tell me more about how magical you are. )
VO WHAT ARE U GOING TO DO IN USA
ME MASTERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH IN MISSOURI STATE UNIVERSITY
VO WHY MISSOOURI
ME AFFORDABLE WITH UNBLVABLE VALUE AND THE CURRICULUM COVERS THE 5 CORE BASIS OF PUBLIC HEALTH…… AND HE CUTS ME SHORT
VO WHAT DID U DO IN UR UG
ME MEDICINE AND SURGERY
VO.WHEN DID U FINISH
ME 2010
VO HOW DID YOU KNOW OF THE SCHOOL
ME THROUGH A FRD ( Interesting! This paints you as lazy and uninterested in your dream. )
VO WHAT WILL PUBLIC HEALTH DO FOR YOU
ME TRIED TO EXPLAIN AND HE CUTS ME SHORT) Because you weren't convincing and a friend found you your school. )
VO HOW MANY SCHOOLS DID YOU APPLY TO
ME ONE ( How could you?! To the VO, you are a potential immigrant and a lazy applicant. )
VO WHO IS SPONSORING U
ME MUM INLAW
VO WHY IS SHE SPONSORING YOU
ME because SHE IS INTERESTED N MY WELFARE ( Weak response. Oga, why na?! Wetin concern welfare with advancing una degree? )
VO WHAT DOES YOUR WIFE DO
ME SHE IS A DOCTOR (SHE HAD A MISCARRIAGE THEN SO I TOLD HIM SHE WAS RESTING)
VO WHEN IS YOUR START DATE
ME INT STUDENTS TO RESUME 14TH,LECTURE STARTS 17 (WRITTN IN I 20 FORM
SORRY BLAH BLAH

I MUST CONFESS I WASN’T CONVINCING
2. I WAS BRINGING OUT DOCS TO SHOW HIM BUT THE GUY NO LOOK ANYTHING
3. MY COMPOSURE WAS OFF FOLLOWING THE 1ST QUESTION ON UK DENIAL
4. on my DS 160, I PUT SELF AS SPONSOR ( Inconsistent applicant. Incoherent information. )

AFTER ALL THE CHANGES I WENT A 2ND TIME AFTER 2MONTHS
Vo : so how did you know about the school
Me: got in sight through a a senior colleague and frd who advised I go for a general mph so I went through Princeton review , CEPH and research publications and stumbled on Dr claborne work on tropical public health. I spoke to him concerning my aspirations on medicine and also got in contact with university officials before selecting the university
Vo: why msu
....
Vo: how many schools did you apply to
Me one
VO: do you know anyone in Missouri
Me: No
Vo: so what have you been doing since you graduated
Me : explained from my internship to where I work and my duties (apparently my work experience could not fit into the allotted spaces available)
Vo: Is there anything you want to say since your last application in May
Me:explained the changes in my Ds 160 on who was sponsoring my trip (mum inlaw)
Vo: I have to agree with the previous statement from my colleague
Me Reason for denial….
Vo:not obliged to tell but i will be giving you this 214b paper
i even tried to ask if a family was misbehaving in the USA... lol

Sorry about your denial, sir. You can always try again!

Possible reasons for your denial:

I'm sorry if I'm a bit harsh, not out of disrespect. To the VO, your responses foreground few things which could be untrue: You are a lazy applicant. You weren't convincing. Where was your confidence when you went for the interview?

Sir, did you write any standardized test? You screwed up with your responses. You should work more on your thoughts articulation. Even if you want to say something you don't know, say it like a boss.

Your second attempt started quite well. But then. . . .

In your next application, work on the points I highlighted. Apply to more schools. Be prepared to talk more on why your sponsor wants to sponsor you and not her daughter. Practice your interview with someone or with yourself facing the mirror. Read through people's experiences on this thread, then pray.

You will be fine. If you really want to, don't be discouraged. People here will help do more post-mortem on your experience.

I wish you well.

ddbluv:
I thought that airline was the most expensive

No b me dey pay ke.

bbdd:
Godg is omo baba olowo.


*earnestly waiting for the disclaimer staying "I'm not rich" *

Disclaimer: I'm not rich. At least, not yet!

slimmy05:
if it's cheap go for it, 6hrs layover is not a bad deal bro, gives you opportunity to look around the airport at least and enjoy wifi. What's the price?

Thanks, bro. Mine was actually to check if I'm game with it before accepting the itinerary. I honestly don't know the price.

From Sayo to Dayo. Honestly, your circle of friends goes a long way in determining your output! Go, girl! Proud of you.

Beautiful People,
How is it like having 6hrs stopover in Frankfurt? Is Lufthansa a good deal?
Slimmy05 where art thou?

Congratulations, brother! Kennyrony is one guy that came here with limited knowledge of how to realize a 'tall' dream. With a spirit that never dies, see what he's achieved! I wish you well. If you understand where the guy is coming from, you will appreciate the toughness of his skin. He is one of the babas on this thread, now.

The koko be say one should never be lazy and always push! Kenny, greater things ahead in Jesus' name.

adewoleray:
Pls how can someone get a scholarship to run a masters degree in the USA or probably a slash in tuition fee in the USA school? I wish to run my masters in the USA but don't have the 5million required for tuition fee. All I have is 2 million naira, or with this money that I have ( 2m) am I disqualified? All I have is 2m
Pls I need candid advice
God bless u all

Afternoon, sir.

To answer all your questions: there are many scholarships. However, a good number of them are best won in the course of your stay in the U.S. Such are those you get probably through your stellar CGPA while on your Masters.
But, we still have some you can have a shoot at. Like the Master Card scholarship, FG, NNPC, Mobil, etc. These are good scholarships!

You can't stand the long process of those? Worry not. Many people here are like that. But there is always a way. Through GA/AA/TA, people here completed their Masters without much stress other than maintaining their stellar CGPA.

How do you get a GA/AA/TA? Just do the following and your are as good:

1. Look for schools you want.

2. Check out for the requirements to see if they match what you have as yours.

3. Write GRE and/or TOEFL.

4. Get a brilliant Statement of Purpose.

5. Get your lecturers to write great recommendations for you.

6. Talk to one or two professors in your would-be school on the possibility of getting partial or full funding.

7. Apply and send your documents.

8. Pray.

With these, you should be fine. I wish you well.

**Please, excuse any typo.

kennyrony:
Am Happy....... Congratulations to Me. Visa approved dis morning. Transcript coming soon.....

Yaaaaaaaaaaayyyyyyyyhy! Congratulations, man. Very very good guy. God will always take care of you!

DARKLIGHT:
I want to use this medium to wish my friend and any other person whose interview is tomorrow success. Go and conquer!

Walspring? Well, God will perfect everything for you. He cares! He's paid his dues! Very good young man.

Remove Funke Akindele! She ain't no comedian! Heck, I love Mr. Latin.