Chairman of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, announced a new payment arrangement by Teesside University in the UK aimed at easing financial burdens for Nigerian students.

Speaking at a press conference ahead of the National Diaspora Day Celebrations 2024, Dabiri-Erewa explained that while students are still required to settle their fees, the university has introduced more flexible terms to facilitate easier payments.

Under the new arrangement, students nearing completion of their fees, who were previously asked to leave, can now complete their payments and receive their certificates afterward. Dabiri-Erewa emphasized that this initiative by Teesside University is part of broader efforts to support Nigerian students facing similar challenges in various institutions abroad.

The upcoming National Diaspora Day will focus on the theme “Japa Phenomena and its Implications for National Development,” addressing concerns over youth migration due to economic instability, security issues, and inadequate living conditions in Nigeria. Dabiri-Erewa highlighted the detrimental impact of this migration on Nigeria’s human capital and overall productivity.

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