The regular cycle application for the 7th annual Femi Gbede scholarship is now open!

The Femi Gbede Scholarship provides a fully funded opportunity on a golden plate for Nigerian students to pursue their dream profession as a potential barrister.

This scholarship not only covers school fees but also includes a monthly stipend, recognizing the multifaceted challenges students encounter during their legal education journey.

Benefits

  • Scholarship to the Nigerian Law School: The scholarship provides financial support to cover the costs associated with attending the Nigerian Law School.
  • This ensures that qualified candidates can pursue their legal education without undue financial strain.
  • Stipends Every Other Month: Recognizing the ongoing financial needs of students, the scholarship includes a monthly stipend.
  • This financial assistance aims to ease the overall financial burden faced by law students, allowing them to focus more on their studies and professional growth.
  • Call to Bar Regalia: The scholarship extends its support to cover the expenses related to acquiring the Call to Bar regalia.
  • This inclusion ensures that successful candidates are well-prepared for the significant milestone of being called to the Nigerian Bar.

Requirements

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants should fulfill the following features:

  • Eligible candidates must have successfully graduated from a recognized university. This criterion ensures that applicants have the foundational academic qualifications necessary for legal education.
  • The scholarship targets candidates who are actively pursuing their legal education journey and are set to enroll in the Nigerian Law School.
  • This specificity ensures that the scholarship aligns with the immediate needs of those currently navigating the legal education landscape.

Application Documents

  • Evidence of academic standing
  • Personal Statement

Method of Application

Submit evidence of your academic standing and personal statement to femigbedescholarship@gmail.com

For More Information,

Visit the Official Webpage

Application Deadline: November 30, 2024.