Jere Federal Constituency MP Launches Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme

The Member representing Jere Federal Constituency, Engr. Satomi Ahmad, has launched a Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme to support 200 indigenes of Jere Local Government Area pursuing Master's and Doctorate degrees.

The scheme aims to ease the financial burden of tuition, research, and other academic-related expenses for postgraduate students.

Under the scheme, each Master's student received a grant of ₦100,000, while each Doctorate student received a grant of ₦150,000. A total of ₦22.5 million was disbursed directly to beneficiaries in the maiden edition of the programme.

Engr. Satomi emphasized the significance of education as a critical tool for development and societal transformation. He reaffirmed his commitment to making the scholarship an annual intervention, pledging continued support to postgraduate students throughout his tenure and beyond.

The beneficiaries expressed gratitude to Engr. Satomi for the generous support, noting that it will help them focus on their academic goals without financial worries. The Education Secretary of Jere Local Government, Dr. Mala Kulloma, commended the initiative, describing Engr. Satomi as a consistent supporter of the education sector.

The scholarship scheme is a testament to Engr. Satomi's commitment to empowering education and promoting academic excellence in Jere Local Government Area. The programme is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of the beneficiaries and contribute to the development of the constituency.