By Jethro Ibileke
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo has approved the sum of ₦1 billion as bursary support for students who are indigenous to the state, in tertiary institutions across the country.
Okpebholo had during a town hall meeting recently held with young people in the State, pledged to look into a passionate request made by various youth leaders.
The youths, had requested for the introduction of bursaries to assist Edo indigenes pursuing higher education in various institutions nationwide.
The bursary initiative is expected to become an annual programme designed to ease the financial burden on students and their families.
A statement on Sunday by Fred Itua, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, eligibility for the bursary will be based on proper verification through the applicant’s Local Government of Origin to ensure that only genuine indigenes of the State benefit from the scheme.
The statement noted that the initiative aligns with Governor Okpebholo’s administration’s broader vision to enhance access to quality education, encourage academic excellence, and support the aspirations of Edo youths to contribute meaningfully to the development of the State and the nation.
It added that details on application procedures and timelines would be made available by the various relevant government agencies.
