100 Undergraduates Awarded N60m Scholarship by WACT, Onne
He further revealed that beyond financial support, WACT provides internship opportunities for some students within the terminal, enabling them to gain practical experience and exposure relevant to their fields of study.
AKACHI NOEL 
The West Africa Container Terminal (WACT), located at the Onne Port in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, has recently awarded scholarships totaling over N60 million to more than 100 undergraduate students from the Onne and Ogu communities.
During the scholarship award and presentation ceremony held at the Onne Port, Rivers State, the Managing Director of WACT, Jeethu Jose, emphasized that the Annual Scholarship Scheme aims to identify, nurture, and attract talents from the host communities.
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Mr. Jose announced the re-awarding of scholarships to a new batch of 50 beneficiaries under the Annual Scholarship Scheme, commending the recipients for their academic excellence and dedication.
Highlighting the company's commitment to strengthening the country's education system and supporting students in reaching their potential, Mr. Jose underscored the significance of the scholarship scheme in demonstrating WACT's engagement with the communities on the principles of transparency, visibility, and inclusivity.
He further revealed that beyond financial support, WACT provides internship opportunities for some students within the terminal, enabling them to gain practical experience and exposure relevant to their fields of study.
The Chairman of Ogu Divisional Council of Chiefs, Chief Adokiye Ochemiebia Chuku, expressed gratitude to WACT for positively impacting the lives of community members, noting that such initiatives contribute to reducing youth restiveness in the area.
Representing the paramount ruler of Onne, King Sunday Njijor Jiala, Sunday Dudu, Chairman of Ogu Community Development Committee, praised WACT for its contributions to capacity development and physical infrastructure in the community, assuring the company of continued cooperation and support.
In response, Adolphus Salome Ibikinibari, speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed gratitude to WACT for the opportunity and pledged to utilize the scholarship to further their educational goals.
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The scholarship presentation ceremony witnessed the presence of dignitaries from various government agencies, including the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA), Oil and Gas Free Zones Authority (OGFZA), Nigeria Customs Service, Department of State Service (DSS), and Nigeria Police Force (NPF), as well as leaders and youth representatives from the host communities.
This initiative reflects WACT's commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to empowering communities through education and capacity building.
