LAGOS, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA) – National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has appointed Joshua Olakunle, Director of West Africa Affairs in the Office of NANS National Senate President, Akinteye Babatunde Afeez.
This is to address the issues surrounding blacklisted foreign universities by the Nigerian government.
The Federal Government described the certificates from universities in Benin, Togo as ‘Degree Mills’.
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Voiceofnaija.ng reported that the minister of Education Tahir Mamman, advised Nigerians not to enroll in such institutions until evaluation and accreditation of degree certificates from the Benin and Togo is completed.
In a statement disclosed by Media and Public Relations Officer for Afeez, Adejuwon Emmanuel noted that Olakunle would ensure standard of academic activities for Nigerian students in West Africa.
It added that hee would advocate their rights, address concerns, and foster an environment that promotes excellence and development.
“The appointee will engage with educational authorities in Benin, Togo, and Nigeria, to discuss and negotiate terms for lifting the suspension. This is to ensure that academic achievements of our students are recognised and valued.