By Ogochukwu Isioma
The Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has approved the sum of ₦1 billion as bursary support for students of Edo State origin in tertiary institutions across the country.
This was disclosed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Fred Itua, in a statement issued on Sunday and made available to journalists in Benin City.
He said Governor Okpebholo, during a town hall meeting with young people in Edo State recently, pledged to look into a passionate request made by various youth leaders.
According to him, the youths, had requested for the introduction of bursaries to assist Edo indigenes pursuing higher education in various institutions nationwide.
“The approval of the bursary initiative by Governor Okpebholo, barely eight months in office, is expected to become an annual program designed to ease the financial burden on students and their families,” Itua said.
According to Governor Okpebholo, eligibility for the bursary will be based on proper verification through the applicant’s Local Government of Origin to ensure that only genuine indigenes of the State benefit from the scheme.
Governor Okpebholo emphasized that the initiative aligns with his administration’s broader vision to enhance access to quality education, encourage academic excellence, and support the aspirations of Edo youths to contribute meaningfully to the development of the State and the nation.
“Further details on application procedures and timelines will be made available by the various relevant government agencies,” the statement concluded.
