Campus News2 min read2026-01-11

Atiku Abubakar Slams Nigerian Government Over Neglect of BEA Students Abroad

In a recent outcry, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his deep concern over the plight of Nigerian students enrolled under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA), who are facing severe neglect from the current admin...

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Azeez

11 Jan 2026

Atiku Abubakar Slams Nigerian Government Over Neglect of BEA Students Abroad
Key takeaways
  • In a recent outcry, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has voiced his deep concern over the plight of Nigerian students enrolled under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA), who are facing severe neglect from the current administration.
  • This situation has left approximately 1,600 students stranded abroad, raising critical questions about the government's commitment to education and its citizens.
  • Background of the BEA Program The Bilateral Education Agreement was established as a diplomatic initiative aimed at fostering educational opportunities for Nigerian students in countries like China, Russia, Morocco, and Hungary.

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