The Federal Government has rejected claims that Nigerian students studying in Morocco under its scholarship programme have been abandoned, describing the reports as misleading and aimed at creating unnecessary public outrage.
The government’s response followed earlier reports and social media posts alleging that Nigerian scholarship beneficiaries in Morocco were experiencing severe hardship, including homelessness and lack of access to medical care.
The claims sparked widespread concern online, with many users questioning the welfare of the affected students. Controversy intensified after a video circulated on X (formerly Twitter) showing activist Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, speaking with some Nigerian students in Morocco.
In the video, the students alleged that they had not received financial support for several years despite being enrolled under the Federal Government’s scholarship scheme.
Reacting to the development, the Federal Government maintained that the narrative being pushed was inaccurate and did not reflect the true state of affairs.
It insisted that the welfare of Nigerian students abroad remains a priority and that appropriate mechanisms are in place to address issues relating to stipends, accommodation and medical needs.
The government further stated that relevant agencies were engaging with both the Moroccan authorities and Nigerian students to ensure that any genuine challenges are resolved promptly.
It cautioned the public against relying on unverified reports and urged students with concerns to follow established communication channels for redress.
While reaffirming its commitment to supporting Nigerian scholars overseas, the Federal Government said it would continue to review and strengthen its scholarship administration to prevent misinformation and ensure transparency in the management of the programme.
