Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved automatic scholarship awards for the best graduating students across the four state-owned universities, in a move aimed at strengthening academic excellence and supporting youth development.The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board announced that its Executive Secretary, Dr. Godfrey Enita, stated the gesture exemplifies the Governor’s strong commitment to empowering youth through the M.O.R.E. Agenda, especially in human capital development.According to the Board, the automatic scholarship scheme will benefit the Best Graduating Student from each academic session in the following state-owned institutions: Delta State University, Abraka; Southern Delta University, Ozoro; University of Delta, Agbor, and Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba.
Dr. Enita explained that each awardee would receive full funding to pursue Masters and Ph.D programmes in recognized Nigerian universities.He added that the initiative underscored the state government’s determination to raise a highly skilled, globally competitive youth population capable of contributing to Delta State’s long-term growth.
“The Board remains committed to creating opportunities that uplift our students and encourage academic distinction,” Enita assured.The new scholarship policy is expected to further motivate undergraduates across the state-owned institutions to strive for excellence, while positioning Delta State as a leading hub for educational advancement in Nigeria.
