Scholarship Opportunities for Nigerian Students: NNPC/Seplat JV, Sani Bello, and SSHN 2024

Paul | March 6, 2024 | Nigeria | No Comments

Application Deadline: March 15th, 2024

The NNPC/Seplat JV National Undergraduate Scholarship is a collaborative effort between the Nigerian National Petroleum Commission (NNPC) and Seplat Petroleum Distribution Company. This esteemed initiative, known as the Seplat Energy Scholarship program, is designed to offer financial assistance to deserving Nigerian undergraduate students pursuing higher education.

Eligible Courses:
Applicants can apply for the NNPC/Seplat Energy Scholarship if they are studying any of the following courses:

Accountancy
Agriculture
Architecture
Business Administration
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computer Engineering/Science
Economics
Electrical / Electronic Engineering
Environmental Studies
Geology
Geophysics
Law
Mass Communication
Mechanical Engineering
Medicine/Dentistry
Metallurgical Engineering
Petroleum Engineering

Eligibility Requirements:
To qualify for the NNPC/Seplat JV Scholarship, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

Be in their second year of university study or above.
Possess at least five O’ level credit passes, including English and Mathematics, obtained in one sitting.
Maintain a CGPA of 3.5 and above.
Pursue courses accredited for the scholarship.

For additional information and to apply, please visit the NNPC/SEPLAT Joint Venture National Undergraduate Scholarship Programme.

Sani Bello Foundation Scholarship for Nigerian Students: Apply Now!

The Sani Bello Foundation Scholarship Programme is designed to offer financial aid to tertiary institution students in Nigeria who encounter challenges in covering their school fees. This initiative aligns with the broader commitment of the Sani Bello Foundation to bolster education across the country.

Eligibility Criteria for Sani Bello Foundation Scholarship Programme:

Enrollment:

Applicants must be registered as full-time students in a recognized tertiary institution within Nigeria. Part-time students are not eligible for this scholarship.

Institution Type:

Only students enrolled in public tertiary institutions within Nigeria are eligible. Applicants from private institutions or foreign countries are not considered.

Academic Level:

Applicants must be in their second year of study at the time of application.

Academic Qualification:

Applicants must have a minimum of five credits, including Mathematics and English Language, from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, achieved in not more than two sittings.

Grade Point Average (GPA):

Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 5-point scale.

Employment Status:

Civil servants are not eligible to apply for this scholarship.

Required Documents:
Applicants are required to provide original copies of the following documents:

Birth certificate or Declaration of Age
Local Government Indigene Letter
O-level result
Secondary school testimonial
Transcript or Result Statement duly signed and stamped from school, indicating previous session CGPA results clearly.

Submission Deadline:
Applicants must submit all necessary documents, including a copy of their online registration printout, admission letter, school identity printout or valid means of school identification, and photocopy of departmental course registration forms, on or before March 1, 2023.

Submission Process for Sani Bello Foundation Scholarship Programme:
The screening process commences upon the submission of the required documents. Therefore, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their documents in person to ensure timely processing.

Applicants meeting the eligibility criteria and submitting all required documents within the specified deadline will be considered for the Sani Bello Foundation Scholarship Programme. For additional information and to apply, interested individuals can visit the official scholarship website.

SSHN Scholarships 2024: Fully Funded Study in France for Nigerian Researchers

The Embassy of France in Nigeria is pleased to announce the Séjours Scientifiques de Haut Niveau (SSHN) Scholarships for the year 2024, specifically designed for young researchers. This fully funded opportunity aims to support academic and research staff seeking to enhance their expertise by spending time in higher education or research institutions in France.

Key Details:

Application Deadline: April 26, 2024
Eligibility: Open to young researchers holding a tenure position in a public or private higher education institution or scientific research laboratory accredited by the National Universities Commission.
Degree Requirement: Only PhD students and individuals with a PhD degree obtained within the last 5 years are eligible.
Length of Mobility: 2 to 4 weeks
Mobility Period: September 15 to December 15, 2024

Benefits:
Successful candidates will receive a fully funded package, covering a round-trip air ticket, a monthly allowance, health and repatriation insurance. Accommodation can be arranged through Campus France Paris, with the rent deducted from the grant.

Application Procedure:
Applications will be evaluated based on the precision of the project, demonstrating its added value and impact on personal, institutional, and cooperation levels. The cover letter or letter of invitation should outline planned activities, reasons for selecting the host organization, past achievements related to the mobility project, and actions contributing to collaboration. The quality and precision of the work plan, including a mobility timetable, will be considered.

Timeline:

February 26, 2024: Launch of the call for applications
April 26, 2024: Application deadline
May 29, 2024: Announcement of results
June 15, 2024: Deadline for submitting the complete file to Campus France Paris
September 15 to December 15, 2024: Mobility period in France

For more detailed information and to apply, visit the official webpage of the Embassy of France in Nigeria Séjours Scientifiques de Haut Niveau (SSHN) Scholarships. Don’t miss this chance to further your research journey in France!