Community leaders, stakeholders, and students have commended Egbin Power’s annual scholarship programme for its significant contribution to expanding access to quality education and promoting academic excellence among students in its host communities. The commendation came during the scholarship award ceremony at Egbin Power Clubhouse Auditorium. Egbin Power's initiative has been praised for creating meaningful educational opportunities for young people and strengthening the company’s commitment to community development.
The scholarship programme, now in its 11th edition, underscores Egbin Power’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which advocates “inclusive and equitable quality education and the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities for all.” High Chief Babatunde Ogunmuyiwa, the Odofin of Ijede, praised Egbin Power for sustaining the initiative, noting its positive impact on students and families across the host communities.
Speaking at the ceremony, Ogunmuyiwa said the scholarship has changed the story for many students and families in the communities. He thanked the management and staff of Egbin Power for their dedication and focus on ensuring the continuity of the scholarship programme. Wahab Bello, speaking on behalf of the six Community Liaison Officers (CLOs) representing the host communities, also commended Egbin Power for its continued investment in the future of young people and community development.
Bello said Egbin Power has demonstrated that it cares about the future of the children and the development of the host communities. The Chief Executive Officer, Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing education, expanding opportunities, and promoting lifelong learning as key drivers of sustainable development. Bounour said education is one of the strongest tools for change.
The scholarship beneficiaries also expressed their appreciation to Egbin Power and their respective communities for the opportunity to pursue academic excellence. Royalty Olasunkanmi, the Top Scholar in the Host Community Category, and Mercy, the Top Scholar in the Academic Excellence Award Category, described the scholarship as a source of encouragement to pursue their academic ambitions.
Egbin Power continues to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable community development through strategic corporate social responsibility initiatives spanning education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and community infrastructure. These interventions reflect the company’s broader vision of creating lasting value beyond power generation by empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and contributing to social and economic development.
The company’s scholarship programme has been a deliberate, long-term investment in young people who will become the leaders, professionals, and change-makers of tomorrow. Egbin Power creates sustainable pathways for lasting impact, and the scholarship programme is a testament to its commitment to powering progress through education.
Key points
- Egbin Power's 11th annual scholarship programme promotes academic excellence among students in its host communities.
- The programme underscores Egbin Power’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4).
- The scholarship programme has been praised for creating meaningful educational opportunities for young people and strengthening the company’s commitment to community development.
