A young Nigerian student has been given a transformative opportunity to study in Russia after initially deciding to give up on his education dreams due to continuous setbacks. This incredible turn of events began when the student, who goes by @_joshuals on X (formerly Twitter), openly shared his frustrations after multiple failed attempts to gain university admission.
The student, whose aspiration has always been to become a medical doctor, faced a series of disappointments despite excelling in his JAMB examinations. Over three consecutive years, he scored high marks but was unable to secure a place in a university, leaving him disheartened and uncertain about his future. In his heartfelt post, he detailed his struggles:
“Wait what? 1yr of sleepless nights in vain? Tell me it’s a dream.😭😭😭😭😭. First JAMB, 2022 – Was denied admission.😔 Missed 2023 registration while waiting for admission. Spent another 1yr home reading.😭 2024 – Had 304. No admission again.😭 My dream to become a doctor in the mud.😔 God knows I fought a good fight, will have to move on w/out school.😔”
The post went viral, sparking a wave of support and empathy from across the social media platform. Many users expressed their solidarity with his situation, sharing words of encouragement, advice, and even potential opportunities. Among the messages of support, one stood out – an offer from a user to help him pursue his dream abroad. The user, who had a sister studying medicine at Saint Petersburg State University, offered a full tuition scholarship for the student to study at the university. The message read:
“Hi, would you be interested in studying at Saint Petersburg State University on a full tuition scholarship? My young sister is studying medicine at the same university. Send me a DM if this interests you so I can help.”
This offer, alongside the ongoing support and encouragement from well-wishers, has reignited the student’s passion for pursuing his dream of becoming a doctor. The outpouring of support has not only restored his hope but also serves as a powerful reminder of how social media can change lives. His story highlights the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, showing that even repeated failures can lead to unexpected opportunities.
