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| Abbreviation | ANSSIR |
|---|---|
| Formation | Winter 1999 |
| Type | Student association |
| Location |
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Official language | English |
President | Daniel Idiare |
| Website | https://anssirbea.com |
The Association of Nigerian Scholarship Students in Russia (ANSSIR) is a student union representing Nigerian students studying under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA)[1][2] in Russia. ANSSIR was established in winter 1999 during its inaugural convention held in Moscow. The association was formed to address the specific needs of Nigerian students receiving the BEA scholarship, including stipends, educational challenges, and general well-being.[3]
History edit
In 1996, the Federal Scholarship Board resumed awarding the BEA scholarship to Nigerian students, resulting in a significant number of students being sent to study in Russia. Despite the existence of various African/Nigerian student bodies, these students encountered challenges as foreigners in a new country. Recognizing the need for an association that caters to the specific needs of BEA scholarship students, a group of students, with the support of the Nigerian Embassy in Moscow, mobilized and sensitized students in various cities with BEA scholars.
Two committees were formed to organize the inaugural convention and create a legally recognized constitution. In winter 1999, the Association of Nigerian Scholarship Students in Russia (ANSSIR) was officially founded during the convention in Moscow, with Umar Garba Wali elected as the first president.
Structure edit
ANSSIR consists of the executive body, committees (including disciplinary, publication, and welfare committees), and the entire student body. The association actively serves the interests of its members, providing academic support, loans, organizing peaceful protests for timely stipend payments, advocating for increased stipends, acting as a liaison with the embassy and Federal Scholarship Board, and arranging yearly conventions for socializing and networking.[4]
Growth edit
ANSSIR experienced rapid growth and progress over the years. In the 2002/2003 administration, the first ANSSIR journal, "Talk ANSSIR," was published. Stipends increased from the original amount of $190 to $300, with stable payments for a period. Notably, in 2006/2007, the first set of senators was appointed to oversee executive activities and ensure compliance with the constitution. They also conducted constitution reviews and amendments.
Challenges edit
However, ANSSIR faced challenges, including issues with funds and mismanagement. Significant discord arose in 2012/2013, leading to a change in leadership and a loss of confidence in the association and executive body. Efforts to resolve the situation were unsuccessful, resulting in the dissolution of ANSSIR.
Revival and Recent Developments edit
In 2016, a group of students decided to revive the association. An interim body of executives was created to liaise with the embassy and discuss ANSSIR's revival. The constitution was reviewed and amended to accommodate changes within the association. After overcoming obstacles, a revived ANSSIR developed a cordial relationship with the Nigerian embassy.
The New ANSSIR edit
The first convention of the revived ANSSIR was held in Voronezh in March 2019, with Kelechi Ejimofor elected as the new president. Since then, the association has experienced rapid growth and stability. Under the administration of Benjamin Okoro in 2021/2022, significant developments included the creation of the ANSSIR website, ANSSIR WhatsApp TV, and the revival of social media platforms. The constitution was also reviewed and amended to reflect the evolving nature of the association. In the 2022/2023 administration, under Gabriel Atser the ANSSIR Magazine was launched.
Currently, Daniel Idiare serves as the president of ANSSIR,[5] which maintains a close relationship with the Nigerian embassy.[6] With over 500 students spread across Russia, ANSSIR continues to witness rapid development and recognition, with the well-being and interests of its members as its primary focus.
References edit
- ^ https://education.gov.ng/fsb/bilateral-education-agreement/ FSB Bilateral Education Agreement
- ^ https://www.opportunitiesforafricans.com/bilateral-education-agreement-bea-scholarship-awards-2023-2024-for-nigerians/ Bilateral Education Agreement Scholarship
- ^ https://www.anssirbea.com/ ANSSIR Website
- ^ https://www.anssirbea.com/constitution/ ANSSIR Constitution, 2021.
- ^ https://www.anssirbea.com/ ANSSIR Leadership
- ^ https://nigerianembassy.ru/press-release/new-anssir-excos/ Meeting with the Nigerian Embassy