Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, has awarded scholarships and bursaries to 3,881 students from Ogun West Senatorial District, in a bold move to support education and empower young Nigerians.
According to a statement released by the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) and the National Association of Ogun State Students (NAOSS), each beneficiary received either a ₦200,000 scholarship or a ₦100,000 bursary. The student bodies praised Senator Adeola for his continued commitment to reducing the financial burden on students and supporting the academic dreams of young Nigerians.
“The scheme will help indigent students focus on their studies while bringing relief to their parents,” the statement read.
Apart from scholarships and bursaries, Senator Adeola has also sponsored the construction of modern classrooms, ICT centers, and libraries across public schools in the Ogun West region, further showing his dedication to youth development.
How to Apply for Senator Adeola’s Scholarship and Bursary
Although the recent disbursement covered students already selected from Ogun West, here’s a general guide on how you can apply when the next batch is announced:
1. Eligibility Criteria
- Must be an indigene of Ogun West Senatorial District (Yewa South, Yewa North, Ipokia, Ado-Odo/Ota, and Imeko-Afon Local Governments)
- Must be a registered full-time student of a recognized tertiary institution (University, Polytechnic, or College of Education)
- Must have a valid student ID card or admission letter
- Must have evidence of good academic performance (such as transcript or result slip)
2. Required Documents
- Recent passport photograph
- Local government identification certificate
- Admission letter and student ID card
- Academic transcripts or latest results
- Proof of indigene certificate (Letter from Oba or Local Government)
3. Application Process
- Watch for official announcements on Senator Adeola’s verified social media pages or the Ogun West Students’ Associations’ platforms.
- Obtain the application form (usually free) either online or from designated collection centers.
- Fill in the form carefully with correct details.
- Submit the form with the required documents before the deadline.
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for screening or verification.
Important: Avoid paying money to anyone to access the scholarship application. Senator Adeola’s scholarships are free and merit-based.