Nigerian Scholar Esiri Oghenekaro Secures Fully-Funded PhD Scholarship at Cornell University in Electrical and Computer Engineering

In a remarkable demonstration of academic excellence, Esiri Oghenekaro, a distinguished Nigerian scholar, has earned a fully-funded scholarship for a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Cornell University. This accomplishment follows Esiri's first-class Bachelor’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the University of Benin, Nigeria, where she achieved an impressive Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 4.80 out of 5.

Esiri's journey to Cornell University commenced in August 2021 when she made the decision to pursue advanced studies abroad. She shared her joy and gratitude on LinkedIn, announcing the fully funded Ph.D. offer, which encompasses tuition, health insurance, and living expenses stipends.

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Having spent two years in the oil and gas industry at Waltersmith Petroman Oil Ltd in Nigeria, Esiri's decision to transition to a fully-funded Ph.D. program at Cornell reflects her passion for quality education and research in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. The scholarship not only recognizes her academic prowess but also acknowledges her potential to contribute significantly to her field.

Esiri expressed deep appreciation for the support received from her family, friends, and specifically mentioned the instrumental roles played by friends like Patrick Chukwu, CSM, and her cousin Onobeoghene (Nobus) Oghenekaro.

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Her journey from the oil and gas industry to a prestigious Ph.D. program abroad exemplifies the transformative power of education and ambition. Esiri Oghenekaro now stands as an inspiring figure, encouraging others to pursue their dreams relentlessly.