The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has disclosed that nearly 100,000 Nigerian students chose to study in the United Kingdom from 2017 to 2022, according to available statistical records.
The minister on Monday made this announcement during the commencement of the 2023 International Week at the University of Lagos in Lagos.
The theme of the international week is Breaking the Borders of Partnership
Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of embracing cross-border partnerships to effectively address these intricate challenges.
The minister expressed his unwavering confidence in the transformative power of education and research despite mounting challenges.
He said that together, citizens could break the borders that hindered collaboration and unlock a brighter future for Nigeria, and by extension, Africa in the academic sector.
