Scholarships
How to Apply for Oando NEPL JV 2026/2027 Undergraduate Scholarship

The NEPL/OERNL Joint Venture, through Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited, has announced the commencement of applications for the 2026/2027 Tertiary Scholarship Scheme.

EducationNGR reports that the scholarship is part of the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative aimed at supporting undergraduate education across Nigeria.

Application Dates

  • Application Opens: 3 March, 2026

  • Application Closes: 1 April, 2026

Eligible candidates are advised to submit their applications within this period.

Scholarship Categories

Host/Transit Communities Merit Award

This category is for students from Oando host or transit communities in:

  • Rivers State

  • Bayelsa State

  • Delta State

  • Imo State

National Merit Award

This category is open to students from across Nigeria outside the host communities.

Who Can Apply

Applicants must:

  • Be registered full-time undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions

  • Be in 100 level at the time of application

Who Is Not Eligible

The scholarship is not open to:

  • Students in 200 level and above

  • Beneficiaries of other scholarships from companies or agencies

  • Dependants of staff of Oando PLC and its subsidiaries

Documents Needed For The Application

Applicants are required to upload scanned copies of:

  • Recent passport photograph (white background)

  • School ID card

  • O’Level result and admission letter

  • Birth certificate and proof of LGA of origin

  • Community identification letter (for host community applicants)

  • JAMB result and other supporting documents

Selection Process

  • Shortlisted candidates will take an online aptitude test

  • Applicants must score at least 50% to qualify

  • Only successful candidates will be contacted for further stages

How To Apply

Interested candidates should apply via the official portal of Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited.

What The Scheme Is Set To Do

The scholarship aims to:

  • Promote access to higher education

  • Support academically outstanding students

  • Provide financial assistance to undergraduates across Nigeria

Summary Of Key Details

Item Details
Sponsor Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited (NEPL JV)
Academic Session 2026/2027
Application Period 3 March – 1 April, 2026
Eligibility 100-Level Undergraduates
Categories Host/Transit & National Merit
Test Requirement Minimum 50%
Application Mode Online
WAAW Foundation Scholarship
Apply: Yahaya Alapansanpa Youth Education Foundation Scholarship 2025

The Yahaya Alapansanpa Youth Education Foundation has opened its 2025 scholarship for Kwara State undergraduates. The award covers full tuition and is meant to ease financial struggles for bright students. Applications close on 21st October 2025.

The Yahaya Alapansanpa Youth Education Foundation (YAYEF) Scholarship 2025

The Yahaya Alapansanpa Youth Education Foundation Scholarship for 2025 has been announced, and for many young people in Kwara State, it could not have come at a better time. Education costs keep rising, and some families are stretched thin. With this scheme, the foundation is offering complete tuition support to undergraduate students who show promise but face financial barriers.

The scheme sits neatly under the foundation’s broader goal, which is to strengthen young Nigerians through learning and personal growth. It is not just about paying school fees, it is about giving breathing space for students to study and grow into leaders.

Who Can Apply

The scholarship is open with clear rules. To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be citizens of Nigeria, specifically from Kwara State
  • Be undergraduate students already enrolled, or newly admitted, into a recognised public university
  • Show both academic potential and some spark of commitment to community development

There are two categories: Campus Starter and Campus Achiever, tailored to suit where each student stands in their academic path.

Benefits of the Scholarship

Successful candidates will enjoy:

  • Full tuition payment for the entire duration of their programme
  • Coverage that frees them from the daily worry of raising fees

The relief is clear: students can face their books without thinking of where the next payment will come from.

Application Steps

Applying is straightforward but demands attention. Interested candidates must:

  • Complete the official form online via the YAYEF Application Portal
  • Ensure every detail is accurate and no required document is left out
  • Provide any supporting materials that could give weight to their case

Late submissions will not be entertained.

Deadline

The closing date is 21st October 2025. That leaves some weeks, but as with most things, better to apply early than race against the clock at the last moment.

Hamline International Excellence Scholarship
Apply: NUPEMCO Essay Competition 2025 for Undergraduates

NUPEMCO announces the 2025 University Essay Competition for undergraduates. Entries open 22–26 September 2025, with cash prizes, tablets, and early bird airtime. Please read below for topic, rules, and how to send your PDF, so everyone stays informed.

Nigerian University Pension Management Company Limited (NUPEMCO) 2025 University Essay Competition

The Nigerian University Pension Management Company Limited has opened the gate for its NUPEMCO Essay Competition. Short window, clear rules, good rewards. You write your view on pensions, you package it well, you send it in, then wait for result day. Simple enough, though the clock will not slow down for anyone.

NUPEMCO Essay Competition, who can take part

  • Open to undergraduates in Nigerian universities, across all six geo-political zones
  • One entry only per person, no second try

NUPEMCO Essay Competition, topic to write on

  • “Securing The Future – Why pension matters to every Nigerian worker”
    A plain theme, wide enough for real stories and facts. Keep it neat, keep it honest.

NUPEMCO Essay Competition, format and word count

  • 1,500 to 2,000 words
  • Times New Roman, size 12, double spaced
  • Save as PDF
  • Add a cover page with: your name, matric number, university, and contact details
  • No plagiarismno AI use, full stop

NUPEMCO Essay Competition, dates and how to submit

  • Submission window22–26 September 2025
  • Send tocsw.essay@nupemco.com
  • Winners announced10 October 2025, during NUPEMCO Customer Service Week

NUPEMCO Essay Competition, prizes you can win

  • First prize: ₦500,000, plus a digital tablet
  • Second prize: ₦350,000, plus a digital tablet
  • Third prize: ₦200,000, plus a digital tablet
  • Early birds: first 50 valid entries get free airtime, a quick pat on the back

Quick checklist, so you do not miss a thing

  • Read the topic twice, maybe thrice, ask yourself, what does pension do for a worker
  • Draft an outline, start simple, build your points
  • Check word count, font, spacing, and that cover page
  • Save as PDF with a tidy file name
  • Proofread, then proofread again, small slips hide easily
  • Hit send within the window, not a day late