Scholarship or Trap? Why Northern Nigerian youth must verify foreign opportunities by Alhassan Bala - WeekendDigits@ITREALMS

Hundreds of young Nigerians, including students and graduates from northern Nigeria, have benefited from legitimate scholarships and educational opportunities offered by foreign governments and institutions. Such programmes can open doors to quality education, professional development and international exposure.

However, the growing use of social media to advertise scholarships, jobs and training opportunities abroad also presents serious risks.