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Overview

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  • Fluent in English, Hausa, Russian; learning French, Swahili
  • 35, Male
  • Member since 2011
  • Postgraduate Student
  • Southern Federal University
  • From Jos, Plateau, Nigeria
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About Me

I was born and Raised in a small city called Jos in Nigeria. went to High school there but when i was 19yrs old, I moved to Russia to study under a scholarship. I graduated as a lawyer in july 2014.

I am currently a Doctoral student of political science at the Southern Federal University in Russia. my areas of interests include international public law, business management, international political affairs as well as Africanism. I have vast experience in public speaking and political affairs commentary.

I enjoy meeting new people and living in a multi-cultural world. my Hobbies include, learning new languages, travelling and reading political commentaries. As i travel, i like to share my experiences and learn from peoples stories.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on couchsurfing because it is a reliable platform to meet, host and be hosted by people with whom you share common interest! in otherwords Couchsurfing gives you a home away from Home. and since i am a student, it is cheaper and more exciting to live with locals when you travel.

the experience is always great!

Interests

my Interests include sports( lawn Tennis, and Badminton), language learning , meeting new people and debating on topical issues! I am an outdoor person as well when i am not in front my computer.

  • culture
  • reading
  • traveling
  • outdoor activities
  • sports
  • tennis
  • badminton
  • business
  • languages
  • law
  • political science
  • science

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite Music- Hip Hop, R&B, African contemporary music.
With regards to Movies- I enjoy Drama and comedy or any movie with an international perspective.
Books- i am a book junkie, so i read virtually everything as long as it is written in a language i understand!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I am currently building a small two-room Library in my small African Village called Zamkumkum! once it is completed i will be the happiest man on earth! i think it is really cool!

Teach, Learn, Share

I will teach languages, learn peoples culture as well as make long lasting frienships!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share with my Hosts my African story and my Russian experience. my jouurney has been an interesting one. I am a avid learner of languages. so my hosts will definitely pick a few months from all the languages i speak. I bring enthusiam as well my mantra that we can all live together.

Countries I’ve Visited

Ghana, Russian Federation, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Nigeria, Russian Federation

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