Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has approved automatic scholarship awards for the best graduating students across the four state-owned universities, introducing a policy aimed at promoting academic excellence and strengthening youth development.
The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board confirmed the development through its Executive Secretary, Dr. Godfrey Enita, who said the initiative reflects the Governor’s commitment to empowering young people under the M.O.R.E. Agenda, with particular emphasis on human capital development.
The automatic scholarship scheme will cover the Best Graduating Student from each academic session at Delta State University, Abraka; Southern Delta University, Ozoro; University of Delta, Agbor; and Dennis Osadebay University, Asaba. Under the new arrangement, each awardee will receive full sponsorship to pursue Masters and Ph.D programmes in recognized Nigerian universities.
Dr. Enita stated that beneficiaries will be required to complete the standard scholarship procedures and documentation before accessing the awards. He explained that the initiative reinforces the government’s drive to build a highly skilled and globally competitive youth population capable of contributing to the state’s long-term development. “The Board remains committed to creating opportunities that uplift our students and encourage academic distinction,” he said.
The policy is expected to inspire heightened academic performance across state-owned institutions while positioning Delta State as a key center for educational advancement in Nigeria.
