Abdullahi Tanko Umaru Memorial Scholarship: Financial Aid for Humanities Students

Abdullahi Tanko Umaru Memorial Scholarship: Financial Aid for Humanities Students

Abdullahi Tanko Umaru Memorial Scholarship: Financial Aid for Humanities Students

The Abdullahi Tanko Umaru Memorial Scholarship offers a unique opportunity to honour Mallam Tanko’s legacy by supporting students like you who are determined to make a difference.

Financial Support for Your Academic Dreams

The scholarship provides a grant of ₦100,000, aiding your academic journey in significant ways. This need-based scholarship focuses on aiding students who reflect Mallam Tanko’s dedication and values.

Eligibility Criteria: Is This Scholarship Right for You?

To be eligible, you must:

  1. Year of Study: Be in your first or second year of tertiary education.
  2. Field of Study: Enrolled in a humanities or social sciences programme.
  3. Admission Letter: Attach a copy of your admission letter.
  4. Essay Responses: Thoughtfully answer three essay questions within a 500-word limit each:
    • Discuss your academic and career objectives, highlighting the influence of your friends and family.
    • Define what it means to “leave a good legacy behind”.
    • Describe a problem you’ve addressed or plan to, focusing on its importance and your approach to finding a solution.

Important Points to Remember

  • No Minimum CGPA: There’s no CGPA requirement, making this scholarship accessible to a broader range of students.
  • Encouragement for All: Students who have faced academic challenges are particularly encouraged to apply.
  • Direct Fund Disbursement: The scholarship amount will be directly disbursed to your educational institution to cover tuition fees.
  1. Submit your application here by February 5, 2024.
  2. Successful applicants will be notified by March 5, 2024.

For Further Information

Should you have any inquiries, comments, or concerns, please reach out at abdulbakarchive@gmail.com.