The Federal Government has announced a sweeping 50% increase in scholarship grants for students across all tertiary levels in Nigeria.
Minister of State for Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, made the announcement on Wednesday via his official X account.
He described the reform as “more than policy—it’s a bold investment in our youth and Nigeria’s future.”
The initiative is part of President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and marks the most ambitious overhaul of Nigeria’s scholarship programme in over a decade.
New Rates, New Priorities
Under the revised structure, PhD students will now receive ₦750,000 annually, up from ₦500,000. Master’s students will get ₦600,000, while undergraduates, HND, and NCE students will receive ₦450,000—previously ₦300,000.
The reform prioritises merit, national development, and strategic sectors. A total of ₦2 billion has been earmarked for students in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medical Sciences) and vocational training.
Alausa said, “We are not just funding education—we are building the human capital foundation for Nigeria’s long-term success.”
A new allocation formula will guide distribution: 50% of scholarships will go to undergraduates, 25% to Master’s students, and 25% to PhD candidates. Within each group, 70% of awards will support STEMM disciplines, while 30% will go to Social Sciences.
In a move to promote inclusion, 5% of all scholarships will be reserved for students with disabilities.
The Federal Scholarship Board will coordinate implementation, working with an Inter-Ministerial Committee chaired by the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary. The committee includes representatives from the National Assembly, Federal Character Commission, Ministry of Women Affairs, and other key agencies.
The total budget for the 2025–2026 cycle stands at ₦6 billion.
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