Scholarships and Opportunities

Applications are now open for the Dominic Esangbedo Scholarship 2025. The programme supports undergraduate and HND students in STEM fields across Edo State, with special slots for Igueben indigenes. Interested students should apply online before the deadline.

The AgricTech Scholarship for 2025/2026 is open to students in higher institutions across South-West Nigeria. Applicants must be in agriculture-related courses and meet set requirements. Full details and application guide are shared below, please read carefully.

Kwara State Government has announced the opening of bursary and scholarship applications for 2025. All qualified students and law school graduates are urged to apply online between 4th and 18th September. Read below for full details on requirements and process.

Atiba University, Oyo has opened its 2025/2026 scholarship applications. Students can get 40% tuition support on most courses, while a few selected programmes carry 100% coverage. Applicants are urged to follow the online steps carefully.

The Clement Adesuyi Haastrup Foundation (CAHF) has opened its 2025/2026 scholarship call. Eligible Ijesa undergraduates in Nigerian public universities or polytechnics may apply online before 30 November 2025. Read details below on requirements and steps to follow.

Applications are now open for the Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2026. Writers from Commonwealth countries can send in unpublished stories before 1 November 2025. The prize offers cash awards and international recognition, read on for full details.

THRiVE Hub has opened its 2025 University Scholarship for seven students. The award gives money for tuition and includes mentoring support. Interested candidates should apply before the deadline.

The FCM Foundation Scholarship 2025 is now open to female Muslim undergraduates in certain Nigerian universities. It offers funds, mentorship, and guidance. Please check the rules, gather documents, and apply before the closing date.

Stanbic IBTC Scholarship 2025 is now open, with N160 million for 200 Nigerian students. It lists who can apply, what to send, and the deadline. Please read carefully so you do not miss anything.

The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board has announced its 2025 undergraduate essay competition. Entries are open from 1 to 31 August for 100–200 level students in Nigerian universities and polytechnics. Winners will receive cash awards, laptops, and recognition at the prize ceremony.

The Gombe State Scholarship Board has moved the deadline for online registration to Wednesday, 20th August 2025. This extension gives more students a chance to complete their forms. Applicants are urged to use this final window as no more extensions will be granted.

Applications are now open for the UK Government’s Chevening Scholarship 2026-2027. The award covers tuition, living allowance, travel, and more for a one-year master’s degree at any UK university. Interested persons should review the criteria and apply early.

The Ajesola Solarin Majekodunmi Foundation is inviting applications for its 2025 scholarship. Open to female Nigerian undergraduates in specific professional courses, it covers tuition and living costs, plus mentoring and skills support. Applicants must meet the stated requirements and submit by 12 September 2025.

The Professor Moyo Dely Foundation is offering a partial scholarship for students aiming to join the Nursing programme at The Signature College of Nursing Sciences. Applicants must meet academic and age requirements, show financial need, and be ready for a scholarship test. Read on for full details and how to apply before the August 30 deadline.

Grooming Centre has opened applications for its 2025 University Grant Scheme for undergraduate and postgraduate students in Nigerian universities and polytechnics. The grant supports research on topics that help fight poverty. See details below on benefits, eligibility, and how to apply.

Joseph Adekunle Adegbite Scholarship Foundation has opened applications for its 2025/2026 scholarship programme. This support is for bright students in Nigerian government universities, with categories for new and returning students. Read the details below to see if you qualify and how to apply.

Female Scholars Foundation has opened its 2025 university scholarship application for young Nigerian girls from public schools. The programme is free and supports brilliant students with funding, mentoring, and full access to higher education. Read below for who can apply and how.

The MTN Foundation/MUSON Music Scholarship is now open for 2025/2026. This post shares how to apply, key dates, what you’ll be tested on, and who can join. If you’ve got strong music skills and a dream, you might want to read this.

MTN’s mPulse Spelling Bee is back for 2025 and open to Nigerian students aged 9 to 15. This post breaks down how to join, the stages of the competition, and the mouth-watering prizes up for grabs. Keep reading if you want in.

Foundation Chambers is calling on law undergraduates across Nigeria to enter its 2025 maritime essay competition. This post outlines the topic, prizes, and how to submit your entry. If you're studying law and enjoy legal writing, this one’s for you.