Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, a leading financial institution in Nigeria, has announced its university scholarship program worth 80 million Naira to support 200 Nigerian youths over four academic years.
The initiative aims to encourage hard work and academic excellence among undergraduates.
According to Dr. Demola Sogunle, Chief Executive of Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, “Education empowers and encourages the youth to prepare for the future while also confronting challenges. Education is a panacea for growth and enduring development of any nation or organisation.”
The scholarship program is open to students who participated in the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and have gained admission into any Nigerian state or federal university. To apply, applicants must submit their recent passport photograph, valid ID card, 2023 UTME result, and admission letter.
The Stanbic IBTC University Scholarship is part of the organization’s efforts to support the dreams and aspirations of Nigerian youths. Past beneficiaries have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to pursue their education without financial burdens.
Applications close on June 22, 2024. For more information and to apply, visit the Stanbic IBTC website.
