On arriving the UK for my studies, I noticed a well managed system consisting of an effective transportation network, respect for the rule of law, belief in individualism (a social favouring freedom of action for individuals over collective or state control) and an educational system that is transparent. All these pushed me to reflect deeply as to how and why a country which is relatively diverse has been able to achieve such heights over the years? Perhaps, the reason the UK has 

been able to achieve this milestone is because of a Government that is accountable to its citizens and willing to give the dividends of democracy.

As studies commenced I was quick to understand that education in the UK significantly differed from education back home in Nigeria. The most obvious culture shock was the fact that I had to study in the same class with people from different nationalities from around the world. This was a shock because the diversity meant that I had to learn to pay more attention in class in order to understand not only the teachers accent but also fellow students. Similarly, the diversity also meant that I had to learn to respect other peoples views because some students might take serious offence if they fill insulted by certain remarks. For example, it is not a wise thing to condemn communism to the point that the Chinese students feel that you are being derogatory.

Another shock has been the cold British climate. Because I come from a tropical area of the world, whereby the weather is relative hot through out the year, it has been quite difficult to get used to the cold weather in the UK. I am particularly, still trying to get used to wearing thick jackets and clothes as a result of greyness and dampness, especially during winter periods.