25 July 2026

cross-border education

Nigerians in Foreign Universities

Benin Universities Accused of Using Nigerian Polytechnics to Bypass NYSC Ban

Some universities in the Republic of Benin, blacklisted by the Nigerian government, are allegedly partnering with private polytechnics in Nigeria to enable their graduates to participate in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), according to multiple investigative reports. The reports suggest that graduates from these institutions obtain National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND)

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Nigerians in Foreign Universities

Nigerians Still Enrolling in Togo, Benin Universities Despite Ban

One year after the Federal Government blacklisted degrees from universities in Togo and the Republic of Benin, thousands of Nigerian students continue to pursue higher education in the two countries. Reports indicate that at least 15,000 Nigerians are currently enrolled, despite the risk that their certificates may not be recognised at home. The government had

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