UNIZIK Final Year Student Abandons Degree to Relocate Abroad for Nursing Studies
A final-year student at Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), a prestigious federal institution in Nigeria, has made the bold decision to abandon her studies and relocate overseas to pursue a nursing degree. The student, identified with the TikTok handle @echischinny, documented her journey in a viral video that has captivated many Nigerians online.
Student's Journey from UNIZIK to International Studies
The young lady, who was in her final year at UNIZIK, shared her relocation process on TikTok, showing scenes from her departure. The video begins with a caption stating, "I'm in my final year in UNIZIK, there's no way I'd leave that to start afresh abroad," followed by footage of her at the airport, boarding a flight, and an aerial view from the plane. She did not disclose the specific country she moved to but expressed that relocating to start anew was "the best decision ever."
Viral Reaction and Nigerian Students' Interest
The video quickly went viral, drawing numerous comments from Nigerian students eager to learn how to move abroad through study routes. Many took to the comment section to seek guidance, highlighting the growing interest in international education among Nigerian youth.
- REMA ?? asked, "What if you don't have money for visa and also your food there?"
- Favy♥️ commented, "Me wey suppose graduate August last year con jam extra year and na still unizik if I see way I go still start afresh outside Congratulations dear."
- ONLY ME requested, "Congratulations. Can you put me through how you applied, please?"
- Fay~fay?? expressed confusion, "Omo congratulations stranger me right now I'm so confused I'm in pharmacy 2nd year i also saw a sure scholarship opportunity but I don't know what to do Im not financially stable I don't know if I should just finish here n go abroad later or go for the scholarship then switch to computer science someone should help my life."
- Ahm Cynthia inquired, "Pls how do you apply, because I want to apply for my master abroad through scholarships."
- la_ni006 said, "Congratulations chinny please can I dm you so you'll take me through the process."
Trend of Nigerian Students Relocating Abroad
This incident is part of a broader trend where Nigerian students are leaving their studies mid-program to seek opportunities overseas. In a related case, a lady abandoned her studies in her 200 level to relocate to the United States. Similarly, another student in her 500 level, studying pharmacy, left Nigeria for Canada, documenting her move on TikTok and expressing optimism about her future despite the uncertainties.
The story underscores the challenges and aspirations driving Nigerian students to pursue education abroad, often at the cost of their current academic pursuits in Nigeria.
