By Sunday Apah
Delta State Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, has authorized a budget of N713 million for the 2024 Bursary Program aimed at students from Delta State attending higher education institutions throughout Nigeria.
In a statement released on Thursday from Asaba, Dr. Godfrey Enita, Executive Secretary of the Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, announced that eligible Delta State students enrolled in public and private universities, polytechnics, monotechnics, colleges of education, nursing schools, and military and paramilitary institutions can apply for the bursary.
Dr. Enita indicated that approximately 32,028 students of Delta State descent are anticipated to benefit from the 2024 Special Assistance Scheme (Bursary Award) across Nigerian tertiary institutions.
He highlighted that Governor Oborevwori’s initiative is commendable as it reflects his generosity and concern for the welfare of students and youth in Delta State.
“This effort further emphasizes his dedication to enhancing educational opportunities through financial support for students, as well as significant infrastructure improvements in schools across the state,” he stated.
The announcement concluded with hopes that recipients of the state’s financial aid programs will continue to serve as exemplary representatives of Delta State in all their endeavors.
