texrem:


Pm me for weekend schedule..

asiwaju87:


of cuz boss.... but pardon me i dunno how to do that.

can anyone help or is it the normal "send mail" stuff?

happyday:
Another big issue here is loneliness.

Finally, you're here. Holywood and your 'yankee' friends have made you believe these people are as outgoing and friendly as Nigerians. Turns out you're in for a shock. People smile at you, engage in small talk, but that's it. Everyone has got their cross to bear. You can't blame them.

You miss the happy atmosphere in Nigeria. You stay on calls to your family and babe(s) and boo(s) back home. Depends on how bad you are. You can't go knock on your neighbor's door, so you both can play PES. Or talk about the latest wack Davido track!

It's raining, and your American friends don't get it when you say 'weather for two', or 'based on logistics'. You see a sea of white heads, and wonder why your skin color is different. You wonder why you weren't born here. You engage someone in a convo, tell them you're from Nigeria, and they ask 'so tell me, how's Africa like?'. Damn!

You've always thought you were good looking, even handsome sef. But everyday, you see way hotter, cleaner chicks and dudes. You were always celebrated in your Nigerian University for your grades, work ethic, romantic pick-up lines or sexy legs. But here, nobody gives a flying hmm-hmm. You can't raise your hands, and ask questions the way your American peers are doing. Like you'll do in Naija, and feel like a don. You don't want to misyarn, look dumb. Or both. So, you keep shut.

You're average in everything. Every damn thing.

You graduated top of your class back in Naija, but here you're, struggling to keep up with term papers and homework. Worst part is, some of your classmates are not even putting in the effort. In fact, most of them. Suddenly, the phrase 'American citizen' suddenly makes sense to you. You now know there are as much types of visa as the letters in the English alphabet, and that your F1 is just at the low rung of the ladder.

You don't get some benefits. You might never do. Just for one simple reason. You were never born here!! Classes, and TV, and employers keep reminding you of this every day.

And then you remember Naija; home sweet home. You remember what your friends hail you for. Guys hitting on you, girls stealing glances at you, your book-smartness, your looks. And even your family. You just wanna go back home.

But hold on! Your peeps are back home are "happy for you", you don't use crap data, you're 24/7 on the Internet, NEPA (or whatever) don't show their prowess every 5 mins. Heck, you don't even know who supplies the electricity around here. Maybe straight from Washington or it's local. And frankly, you don't care.

The air here seems to smell different.

Though you can't cuddle or make out in the cold weather, at least you have a safe bed you can sleep in. The sirens remind you of your relative safety. Then, you wonder if it's possible for you to have both worlds? Be with your family, and also get a grad degree in a sane climate like you have here.

When shit gets this real, and they will, what do you do? Go online and watch more porn, come to Nairaland, and troll the pages?

What would you do

texrem:


You didnt respond after the PM..

imperiouxx:


Yea, I know it's prereqs for nursing but you don't want to say that when you can say you're going for ADN.

electronic:
Visa got approved at Lagos embassy!!!

I arrived at the embassy by like 6:05 am. After missing my way :0
Did all the necessary biometrics and arrangement of documents. Then I realised that I did not have my 2x2 passport. I was almost shaking. But then I remembered that the DS160 instruction insisted that we upload Our PICs. Luckily no issues came up.
I then headed for Biometrics and Documentation. Na so interview Start OHH. Only the cute lady in Window 3 was active as that time and the first guy was given a Blue paper. (Whew).
Omo few minutes later all the VOs started arriving like Kilode. Interview dey Hot. Blue paper dey fly, few whites that were well deserved. Chinese guy just dey try communicate with one MAZI from Imo state (hilarious Convo…but the man got his Visa ohh…. no time).
I landed in Window 5, the lady gave everybody Blue paper before me…omo

VO: Good Morning
Me: Good morning
VO: Pass me your I20 and Passport
VO: So why are you going to the US (Straight Face... typing small small)
Me: I am going for a PhD in Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Montana State University
VO: What is your highest degree of Qualification (DS160 Things)
ME: Msc Electrical Electronics at Bleep Uni…
VO: What were the processes involved in your application (Looking at me eyes)
Me: I had to prepare an SOP, CV, Referee letters, write Standardised test like TOEFL and GRE and I also had a Phone call Interview with my prospective Principal Investigator. Dr. Bleep (I just dey yarn with my TV English while VO dey nod)
VO: So what would you be working on
Me: Well I would basically be working on Neuro Signalling with the aim of acquiring brain signals to integrate robotics like the robotic arm. I would also be providing solutions that interface with such devices like the Brain Computer Interface….. (I was talking kinda Fast but quite calm sha…. she had to come slightly closer).
VO: (Still Typing) So Have you travelled out of the country before
Me: No, I have not had a reason to
VO: so where do you work?
Me: I work as a Researcher at research institute in Bleep university, where we develop solutions on robotics, build software for SMEs..(Looking at my DS160 on her screen).
VO: (Second time) So Have you travelled out of the country before
Me: No, I have not had a reason to
VO: how would you be funding your Education
Me : I got a full a Scholarship and Monthly Stipend (VO looks at my I20 Again….)
VO: So what are your Strong ties to Nigeria:
Me: Well I am the first of 5kids and I have a couple of landed properties and Investments
VO: And all your parents are Here
Me: Yes mam
VO: And all your sibilings are in Nigeria right? Loking at DS160 on the screen
Me: Yes (whew….. aunty hold my passport, Open drawer…. White paper Approaching)
VO: Okay I would be approving your visa you can pick it up on bla…..
Me: Thank you mam.

I thank all the Peeps/Chicks that were here with me all through the this Process....
God bless you all mehn..

electronic:

The list is Endless....
i am truly grateful for all the support from you guys.

zenti99:
wow bro you the best can i get any means of contacting you like a mail or so

electronic:
Visa got approved at Lagos embassy!!!

imperiouxx:


You're right. From my day 1 to last during my ms in NM, I wouldn't stop asking every instructor questions when appropriate in the class. The same goes during my prereqs in NY. If you're teaching me science, you need to know what you're talking about. That's the purpose of being a student. In addition, I don't settle for average in any class I've been. I'm the type that would email instructors to ask why I got A- instead of A/A+ when I'm sure I should. I can't help it and I'm anticipating for all this again soon.

omoluabiguy:
Is it advisable to travel with few food stuffs as a first timer going to Yankee?

femi321:
Whether few or many or much..Any quantity goes so far you don't exceed your baggage limit and you are ready to pay for the excess baggage.

omoluabiguy:


Thanks bro. Do you by any means know the baggage weight limit for a student? Emirate airlines. Is it up to 40kg? I'm trying to be sure to avoid stories at the airport

omoluabiguy:


Thanks bro. Do you by any means know the baggage weight limit for a student? Emirate airlines. Is it up to 40kg? I'm trying to be sure to avoid stories at the airport

omoluabiguy:


Thanks bro. Do you by any means know the baggage weight limit for a student? Emirate airlines. Is it up to 40kg? I'm trying to be sure to avoid stories at the airport

jaybiz007:

Damn!!! You're one hell of a writer and equally as crazy as hmm-hmm

imperiouxx:


You've been long on this thread, so it's your time to celebrate. Enjoy!

Next2Bezee:
I plan to submit my international passport for renewal on monday. Does any brother or sister in the house have any idea how much it costs to renew and how long it takes?

LagosismyHome:


Limit for all passengers are usually the same for lets say economy ticket ..... Emirate i think is 2 bags and 23kg each maximum for each bag. So make sure u dont go over that or u be charged

femi321:
Typically it should be but you should check emirate's website for this. You should find it there

omoluabiguy:

Thanks. I'll verify



Thanks! I'll look it up

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I just checked their website. It looks like 35kg for economy and my stuff is currently weighing 40. I should do some reduction

omoluabiguy:

Thanks. I'll verify



Thanks! I'll look it up

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I just checked their website. It looks like 35kg for economy and my stuff is currently weighing 40. I should do some reduction

234ng44uk:


I put all my heavy stuffs in carry-on luggage, that cannot​be weighed no matter how heavy it is. Problem however is the restriction on bag size as it has to be small enough to fit into the carbin compartment. Also, your perfumes or any liquid for that matter will be confiscated, that has to be in the cargo luggage.

biikeys:



@omoluabiguy, this is one trick I use a lot as well. As long as what you're carrying in your carry-on fits inside the overhead cabin, and you don't have liquids(beyond carry-on limits)..they very very hardly check carry-on weights. They're more interested the size. Stuff that with food and other items. If you're carrying a laptop bag as well, you can put stuff in that too. Just make sure you can easily remove your laptop when you get to your security checkpoints.
For your check-in bags, weigh them before you leave home...you don't want to start scattering stuff at the airport, and disorientate yourself. Safe trip!

neurosci:


God's blessings to your family!

electronic:
Visa Approved at Lagos Consulate
Today
6:30am Time Slot.
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IfAllahwills:
hello lagosismyhome. Please aside the money shop where can one submit payment for the quick pay in London. We asked a forex bureau and they don't offer quick pay services
Thanks

texrem:


He should PM me..How are you mama?

IfAllahwills:
hello lagosismyhome. Please aside the money shop where can one submit payment for the quick pay in London. We asked a forex bureau and they don't offer quick pay services
Thanks