MTN Foundation has awarded scholarships to exceptional students from the South-eastern region of Nigeria during its Scholarship Awards ceremony in Enugu. The scholarships were awarded under the MTNF scholarship schemes made up of the MTNF Science & Technology Scholarship (STSS) and Scholarship for the Blind Students (SBSS).
In attendance were key stakeholders including Prof. Polycarp Emeka Chigbu who was represented by Professor Johnson Urama, Deputy Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka; Dr. (Mrs.) Ifeoma Nnachi, Deputy Director of the Centre for Disabilities and Special Needs Research at Nnamdi Azikiwe University; and Mr. Moses Adejoh, Senior Manager of Sales and Trade Development at MTN Nigeria. Several Alumni of the MTN Foundation Scholarship scheme across various universities in the South-South and South-East regions were also in attendance.
Speaking at the event, the Governor of Enugu State who was represented by the State Commissioner of Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih emphasized the importance of inclusive and quality education for nation-building and development. “On behalf of the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, I congratulate the recipients of this meritorious award and express gratitude to the MTN Foundation for their efforts in encouraging our students. By making this award competitive, they motivate students to take their studies seriously, stay focused, and strive for the necessary results to continue benefiting from this remarkable opportunity. I would also like to extend special thanks to MTN Foundation for including people with disabilities; the scholarship is an all-inclusive award, which aligns with our government’s values. It is also in line with Governor Mbah’s vision for the state and efforts towards promoting digital literacy through the state’s SME centers, ensuring that our youth are not left behind. I want to encourage the recipients to also make good use of the opportunity given to them,” she said.
While reiterating MTN’s commitment to youth development through education during the event, Mr. Dennis Okoro, the Director of MTN Foundation said: “We have been doing this for the past 13 years, and unlike any other scholarship, the MTN Foundation Scholarship is designed for those who are brilliant, intelligent, resilient, and hardworking in their studies. Beyond the financial support we offer, we give the scholarship recipients access to online certifications in their respective fields.”
“We have put measures in place to ensure they have our full support even after they graduate as we offer them comprehensive training in digital literacy to ensure their preparedness. The scholarship is also competitive, and recipients must maintain the required CGPA to have their scholarship renewed. Therefore, those who receive it should not relent but continue to uphold their academic performance, as there is significant value in this opportunity, so if you have the MTN Scholarship, you are truly special,” He added.
The MTN scholarship is an annual scholarship award that recognizes and rewards high-performing students in Nigerian tertiary institutions. It is made up of the MTN Science and Technology Scholarship Scheme and the MTN Scheme for Blind Students.
Upon completion of a university degree, graduate scholars are equipped with the skills required to build a thriving career through the Skill Up workshop. The Enugu Awards ceremony is the first of the 2024 awards ceremony events, as similar ceremonies will be held in Lagos and Abuja.