Edo State Governor Approves N1bn Annual Bursary For Tertiary Students

The Executive Governor of Edo State, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the sum of ₦1 billion as bursary support for students of Edo State origin in tertiary institutions across the country.

Okpebholo who made this announcement during a town hall meeting with young people in Edo State recently, pledged to look into a passionate request made by various youth leaders.

According to a statement signed by the governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, the youths, had requested for the introduction of bursaries to assist Edo indigenes pursuing higher education in various institutions nationwide.

The statement noted that the bursary initiative is expected to become an annual program designed to ease the financial burden on students and their families.

Okpebholo noted that eligibility for the bursary will be based on proper verification through the applicant’s Local Government of Origin to ensure that only genuine indigenes of the State benefit from the scheme.

The governor emphasised that the initiative aligns with his administration’s broader vision to enhance access to quality education, encourage academic excellence, and support the aspirations of Edo youths to contribute meaningfully to the development of the State and the nation.

The statement added that further details on application procedures and timelines will be made available by the various relevant government agencies.

Edo State Governor Approves N1bn Annual Bursary For Tertiary Students is first published on The Whistler Newspaper