Egbin Power has launched its 11th annual scholarship programme to promote education and create opportunities for young people in its host communities. The programme aims to contribute to Sustainable Development Goal 4, which advocates for inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all. Community leaders and stakeholders have commended the initiative for its significant contribution to expanding access to quality education and promoting academic excellence.
The scholarship award ceremony was held at Egbin Power Clubhouse Auditorium, where stakeholders applauded the initiative for creating meaningful educational opportunities for young people. 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. He said the scholarship has changed the story for many students and families, inspiring young people to work hard and dream higher.
Wahab Bello, speaking on behalf of the six Community Liaison Officers representing the host communities, commended Egbin Power for its continued investment in the future of young people and community development. He said Egbin Power has demonstrated that it cares about the future of children and community development, and urged beneficiaries to make the best of the opportunity. The programme has been praised for its thoroughness and hard work.
The Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to advancing education, expanding opportunities, and promoting lifelong learning. He said education is one of the strongest tools for change and that the scholarship programme is a deliberate, long-term investment in young people who will become leaders, professionals, and change-makers.
The scholarship beneficiaries 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, said she is grateful to Egbin Power and her community for giving her the opportunity. She encouraged other students to put more effort into their studies to be part of the scholarship programme.
Mercy, another beneficiary, also expressed her gratitude to Egbin Power and her community. The scholarship programme has been running for 11 years, and community leaders see it as a significant contribution towards improving development and creating opportunities for young people. The programme has had a positive impact on students and families across the host communities.
Egbin Power's commitment to education and community development has been commended by stakeholders. The company’s focus on ensuring the continuity of the scholarship programme has been praised, and the beneficiaries have been urged to make the best of the opportunity. The programme will continue to promote education and create opportunities for young people in the host communities.
Key points
- Egbin Power's scholarship programme promotes education and creates opportunities for young people in its host communities.
- The programme has been running for 11 years and has had a positive impact on students and families.
- Egbin Power is committed to advancing education, expanding opportunities, and promoting lifelong learning.
