Escaping Tinubu’s Nigeria: My Master’s Journey in Scotland’s Quiet City
Gerry, 25, left Nigeria in January 2025 to pursue a master’s degree in marketing at the University of Aberdeen. Frustrated by political change and craving fresh air, he saw this as his moment to move abroad and explore new opportunities. Settling in Aberdeen brought culture shocks—snow-blanketed streets, cashless payments, and a close-knit Nigerian community at Club Lagos. Gerry balances dissertation deadlines with running, hiking the Highlands and sampling global cuisines far from home. He rates his social life a nine out of ten, thanks to Nigerian friends, university events and spontaneous trips to Glasgow and Edinburgh. Long-term, he aims for permanent residency in the UK before eyeing Canada or other destinations. Despite missing home, Gerry feels optimistic. He hopes to wrap up graduation soon, land a stable job and make Scotland the springboard for his next adventure.
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