Through its yearly scholarship program, Egbin Power upholds its consistent commitment to advancing both sustainable development and academic performance. The program, now in its ninth edition, welcomed a fresh group of recipients, demonstrating the company’s commitment to helping kids in its host communities fulfil their dreams of going to school.
The Awards highlight Egbin Power’s goal of developing the next generation of innovators, leaders, and thinkers. The scholarship program contributes to learning possibilities for children and youth by giving access to inclusive, equitable, and high-quality education, which is in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the UN.
Mokhtar Bounour, the Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, highlighted the scholarship’s effects throughout time, pointing out that it has given students the confidence to realise their full potential and the means to flourish academically.
According to Bounour: “Education is not a privilege, it is a fundamental right that every child deserves.
“We recognize the pivotal role parents, guardians, and teachers play in nurturing these young minds. Their steadfast support and guidance form the foundation of the children’s success. At Egbin Power, we believe that education is a powerful tool for transformation. Through initiatives like this, we aim to contribute to the long-term development of our communities and nation. The success of these students is a testament to that commitment, and their achievements are our collective success.”
Continuing, Bounour went on to restate Egbin Power’s commitment to funding Nigerian youth in the future, saying: “In alignment with SDG 4, we will persist in fostering opportunities for young people to thrive, because we know that the future of our nation depends on the next generation.”
Fourteen students are the most recent recipients of the esteemed prize this year. The initiative pays for all of the following: tuition, books, uniforms, and a top-notch tablet for accessing e-textbooks for every student. The pupils will be accepted into Egbin Power’s Powerfields Schools, which provides preschool, elementary, and secondary instruction inside the safe confines of the power plant.
Every year, hundreds of students are regularly drawn to Egbin Power’s scholarship project. It offers a wide variety of engaging activities designed to help participants improve their social, cooperative, and problem-solving skills, such as games, boot camps, and educational fairs.
Speaking at the occasion, Powerfields Schools Administrator, Ngozi Emezue stressed how the program has given families and kids priceless support, empowering them to confidently pursue their academic aspirations. She expressed her gratitude to Egbin Power for starting the scholarship program and stressed how it had transformed the neighborhood, especially in these hard economic times.
According to her: “Egbin Power has brought joy to many parents, easing the financial strain on families and giving students the chance to excel in a conducive learning environment.
“We are proud to be part of this journey, and we thank Egbin Power for their continuous generosity and unwavering support,” she added.
She also commended the school administration and teachers for their tireless efforts, which have guaranteed exceptional academic achievement. She said: “All our current scholarship students surpassed the required academic benchmarks, and that’s a testament to the exceptional effort of our mentors,” she added.
She also commended the school administration and teachers for their tireless efforts, which have guaranteed exceptional academic achievement, BrandSpur national news reports.
According to her: “Egbin Power has greatly relieved the financial burden on families like mine. I am deeply grateful, and I pray that the company continues to flourish for the good it is doing in our community.”
Fatima Abdullahi, one of the scholarship beneficiaries, expressed her happiness and gratitude for the chance, saying: “This scholarship has not only eased the financial burden on my family, but it has also motivated me to strive for academic excellence. I am truly grateful to Egbin Power for believing in me and giving me this opportunity.”
Egbin Power’s scholarship program continues to empower the next generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers who will propel sustainable development in Nigeria and beyond by bridging the potential-opportunity divide.
