Nigerian Government Raises Scholarship Grants by 50% in Sweeping Reform
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has initiated its most ambitious scholarship overhaul in over a decade, announcing a 50% increase in grants for students across all academic levels. The reform, a cornerstone of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, is a strategic investment in youth development and a direct response to rising educational costs. This move is designed to enhance merit-based access and prioritize fields critical to Nigeria's economic future. The new structure significantly boosts financial support for students. Doctoral candidates will now receive ₦750,000 annually, up from ₦500,000, while Master's students will receive ₦600,000, an increase from ₦400,000. Undergraduate, Higher National Diploma (HND), and Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) students will now receive ₦450,000 annually, a substantial jump from the previous ₦300,000. This increase applies to all major scholarship programs, including the...