The Federal Government has commenced the payment of outstanding allowances to Nigerian students studying abroad under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Programme.
The Ministry of Education disclosed that the approved funds for the 2025 outstanding allowances have been released through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to Nigerian embassies and missions for disbursement to beneficiaries across partner countries.
Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, said the current payment covers 50 per cent of the approved outstanding obligations, while efforts are ongoing to clear the remaining balance.
He explained that the funds have already reached the accounts of the affected embassies and missions, with payment to scholars expected to begin immediately. Beneficiaries were advised to monitor their accounts as the disbursement process progresses.
The minister noted that the development reflects the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the welfare and educational advancement of Nigerian students abroad under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
The Federal Government also reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Nigerian scholars through policies and interventions aimed at improving education, student welfare, and human capital development.
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