Akwa Ibom State Government Bursary
Introduction
The Akwa Ibom State Government Bursary 2026 provides financial assistance to indigent and academically capable students from Akwa Ibom State who are studying at public tertiary institutions across Nigeria. Verified beneficiaries receive a bursary payment to help manage some of the financial costs associated with their education.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Funding Type | Funded |
| Deadline | Not Specified |
About the Scholarship
The Akwa Ibom State Government has opened applications for its 2026 Student Bursary and Support Grant. The programme is designed to provide financial assistance to indigent students from Akwa Ibom State who are pursuing their studies in public tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
Eligible students can apply through the state government's online bursary portal and, after verification, receive the bursary payment directly into their bank account. Each verified beneficiary receives a bursary payment of ₦50,000, subject to meeting the eligibility conditions and providing the required academic, identification, and state-of-origin documentation.
Scholarship Benefits
- ₦50,000 bursary payment.
- Payment is made directly to the verified student's bank account.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be an indigent and academically capable student from Akwa Ibom State.
- Be enrolled full-time in a Federal or State University.
- Be at least in the second year of study.
- Have a valid National Identification Number (NIN) that corresponds with school records.
- Not be receiving another government-sponsored scholarship or bursary.
Required Documents
- Valid student registration number.
- Valid student identification card.
- Valid admission letter.
- Valid certificate of origin.
- Valid school fee receipt.
- Valid NIN.
- Documents required to complete the digital identity verification process.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload or provide the required identification and school documents.
- Complete the required digital identity verification.
- Submit the application for verification and processing.
Source
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