Sunday described the number of Nigerians studying in Canada as
"impressive".
Calderwood told the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos that at least
4,000 young Nigerians were studying in different public and private
Canadian universities and colleges.
He said his home government planned to provide more opportunities for
Nigerians to study in Canadian higher institutions in 2014.
"Educational development is one very important area of our
collaboration with Nigeria.
"We are delighted that many young Nigerians are today interested in
studying in Canada.
"We presently have about 4,000 young Nigerians studying technical and
professional courses in our higher institutions.
"In 2014, many more Nigerians will be given opportunities to study in
Canada on scholarships and self-sponsorship," the High Commissioner
said.
The envoy also said there was a "growing number of contacts" between
Canadian and Nigerian institutions of higher learning.
He expressed optimism that the relationship would promote transfer of
knowledge between both countries.
Calderwood said that there were colleges for technical training in
Canada waiting to be explored by young Nigerians.
The high commissioner disclosed that the Canadian government planned
to hold an Education Fair in Lagos and Abuja in January 2014.
He said no fewer than 50 Canadian universities and colleges would
participate in the fair.
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