EBSU Student Union Government President Announces Groundbreaking Scholarship Program for Underprivileged Students

Comr. Nkwegu Tobias Oshim, Student Union Government (SUG) President of Ebonyi State University, introduces a groundbreaking scholarship initiative for disadvantaged students, led by Chief Mrs. Uzomaka Mary-Maudlin Nwifuru, aiming to enhance educational access and opportunities within the state.

EBSU Student Union Government President Announces Groundbreaking Scholarship Program for Underprivileged Students
Comr. Nkwegu Tobias Oshim

In a remarkable move aimed at bolstering educational opportunities for students in Ebonyi State, Comr. Nkwegu Tobias Oshim, the Student Union Government (SUG) President of Ebonyi State University (EBSU), has unveiled a significant scholarship program for indigent students. The initiative, spearheaded by Chief Mrs. Uzomaka Mary-Maudlin Nwifuru, the esteemed wife of Ebonyi State Governor, His Excellency Rt. Hon. Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, seeks to provide vital support to eligible students within the state.

Comr. Oshim expressed profound gratitude towards Her Excellency for her pivotal role in offering such a valuable opportunity at Ebonyi State University. Following rigorous scholarship exams, successful candidates were promptly identified for official enrollment, showcasing the program's efficiency and generating hopeful anticipation among students regarding the outcome.

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In a media interview, Comr. Oshim conveyed his optimism about the merit-based selection process, underlining the significance of academic diligence and personal development for sustained eligibility. He lauded the broader educational support from the Ebonyi State Government, including local and international scholarship opportunities, along with the recent provision of full scholarships to law students by Governor Nwifuru, who is renowned for his philanthropic endeavors in education.

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Furthermore, Comr. Oshim commended Chief Mrs. Uzomaka Mary-Maudlin Nwifuru for her instrumental role in hosting the scholarship program, highlighting her distinction as the most performing First Lady in Nigeria. This acknowledgment underscores the profound impact of the program on the university and its student body.

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Under Comr. Oshim's proactive leadership, the Student Union Government of Ebonyi State University expressed eagerness for future collaborations that benefit students, while appreciating the ongoing efforts of the BERWO Foundation. The SUG President expressed pride in hosting the scholarship program, marking a significant milestone for the university and its students, thanks to the visionary initiative of Her Excellency.