Association of Nigerian Scholarship Students in Russia

Welcome to
Our One Big
Family

Defending our common and individual interests, promoting scholarship and excellence for Nigerian students across Russia since 1998.

600+Students
48Cities
16+Nations
3K+Reach
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Three Pillars of
Student Success

Everything we do is built around the wellbeing, achievement, and community of our students.

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Student Excellence

Scholarships, seminars, and academic opportunities to help every student reach their full potential.

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Student Welfare

Dedicated support initiatives ensuring every student across Russia’s 48 cities feels seen and cared for.

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Student Support

A bridge between students, the Nigerian Embassy, and the Federal Scholarship Board.

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ANSSIR-X Network

A broader community welcoming African and international students from over 16 nationalities.

Established in
1998 — and Growing

ANSSIR is a non-commercial student organisation that fosters the academic, social, and environmental well-being of Nigerian scholarship students in Russia and the diaspora.

Since 1998, ANSSIR has become one of the largest foreign student organisations in Russia — serving as a trusted mediator between students, the Nigerian Embassy, and the Federal Scholarship Board.

Learn Our History

One Big Family

From Moscow to Vladivostok — students united.

25+Years of Service
700+Subscribers
0+Nigerian Students
0Cities Covered
0+Nationalities (ANSSIR-X)
0+Newsletter Reach

Events & Activities

Stay connected with what’s happening across the ANSSIR community.

14
June2026
Seminar

Academic Excellence Workshop — Study Skills & Research Methods

An interactive workshop helping students sharpen their academic skills and research techniques.

15:00 · Online (Zoom)
22
July2026
Award

FSB-BEA Award Ceremony 2026 — Honouring Scholarly Excellence

Annual celebration recognising outstanding Nigerian scholarship students across Russia.

Moscow · Venue TBC
08
Aug2026
Networking

ANSSIR-X Intercultural Night — 16 Nations, One Evening

A celebration of culture, food, and friendship for all African and international students in Russia.

Saint Petersburg

A Community That
Spans Continents

🎒600+

Nigerian Students

Spread across 48 cities from Moscow to Vladivostok.

🌐16+

ANSSIR-X Nations

African and international students across Russia.

📱Active

Social Media

Strong presence on LinkedIn, WhatsApp, Telegram, and Instagram.

💌3,000+

Newsletter Reach

Over 700 active subscribers with a total reach of 3,000.

What ANSSIR Delivers

Six areas where ANSSIR makes a meaningful difference in every student’s journey.

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Support Network

Connecting students, alumni, intellectuals, and organisations through seminars on entrepreneurship, science, and finance.

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Social Cohesion

Regular online social activities ensuring no student feels isolated, no matter how far from home.

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Academic Excellence

Seminars and learning sessions that go beyond traditional classrooms, equipping students to excel.

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Student Welfare

Dedicated support and initiatives addressing the diverse needs of students across Russia’s regions.

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Holistic Care

A well-rounded experience addressing academic, financial, and social issues to nurture personal growth.

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FSB-BEA Award

Recognising and celebrating outstanding students who exemplify ANSSIR’s values of excellence and service.

What Our Members Say

ANSSIR made my transition to Russia so much smoother. From scholarship guidance to just finding community — they were always there.

AO
Adaeze O.
Medical Student, Saint Petersburg

The FSB-BEA Award gave me the recognition and confidence to push even harder in my academics. ANSSIR truly champions student excellence.

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Emmanuel I.
Engineering Student, Moscow

Being part of ANSSIR-X as a Ghanaian student, I never felt like an outsider. This organisation genuinely embraces all Africans.

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Kwame A.
Law Student, Kazan

The library and resource hub saved me countless hours. Everything a foreign student needs is there, curated by people who’ve been through it.

CN
Chioma N.
Computer Science Student, Novosibirsk

From the ANSSIR Blog

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Excellence
May 20264 min read

How ANSSIR’s Scholarship Seminars Are Changing Study Outcomes

A look at how our academic workshops are transforming the way Nigerian students approach their studies in Russia.

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Awards
April 20263 min read

FSB-BEA 2025 Winners: Stories of Resilience and Achievement

Meet the remarkable students recognised at this year’s Federal Scholarship Board — BEA Award ceremony.

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Community
March 20265 min read

ANSSIR-X: Building Bridges Across 16 African Nations in Russia

How ANSSIR-X has grown into one of the most vibrant intercultural student networks in Eastern Europe.

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Library
Resource Hub

Everything You Need,
All in One Place

Access resources curated from students and institutions across Russia — documents, guides, opportunities, and more.

Browse the Library

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600+Students
48Cities
16+Nations
3K+Reach