In an admirable pursuit to support education within its community, the Oluyole Club, a distinguished social-cultural organisation comprised of notable Ibadan indigenes, is extending a helping hand through its Annual Bursary Award. This initiative is tailored specifically for the academically proficient yet financially challenged students of Ibadan origin who are studying in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

The Oluyole club is a cultural, non-political and non-profit association of Ibadan indigenes resident in Lagos, with a former Vice-Chancellor of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Adeniyi Osuntogun, as the president.

The club is a cultural, non-political and non-profit association of Ibadan indigenes resident in Lagos, with a former Vice-Chancellor of the Obafemi Awolowo University, Prof. Adeniyi Osuntogun, as the president.

All suitably qualified Nigerian students are hereby encouraged to apply for the scholarship as soon as possible.

For the 2024/25 academic session, the Oluyole Club Bursary will accept applications to all accredited programmes of recognized Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions.

Benefits

The Oluyole Club Bursary is a N100,000 award. Apply now and be a part of the cheque-receiving team!

Requirements

To be considered for this bursary, you must align with the following prerequisites:

  • Origins: You must be an indigene of Ibadan.
  • Academic Level: You should be at the 200 level of your course in any Nigerian university.
  • Academic Excellence: You must have a CGPA of no less than 3.50 at the end of your 100 level examinations.
  • Financial Need: You need to be an indigent student requiring financial assistance.

Application Documents

  • Application Letter: A handwritten application with your street address, email address, and telephone numbers.
  • Proof of Origin: A letter of identification from your Local Government Area.
  • University Confirmation: A letter from the Dean of your Faculty confirming your studentship.
  • Academic Transcript: Attach your transcript or results from the previous academic session (i.e., your 100 level results).

Method of Application

You are to put your application in writing and submit at the office of the Club.

Submit your application to the Bursary Committee, c/o Mr. Niyi Fatokun, at the following address:

The Bursary Committee,
c/o Mr. Niyi Fatokun,
Textile Labour House,
No 10, ACME Road,
Ogba Industrial Estate, Ikeja, Lagos

For further inquiries, feel free to contact the Bursary Committee at the following numbers: 08034457511, 08033370697, or via email at info@niyifatokun.com.

Conclusion: Fostering Education, Building Futures

The Oluyole Club Bursary stands as a beacon of hope for indigent students in Ibadan, demonstrating the power of community support in education.

  • As the application deadline approaches, aspiring candidates are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to propel themselves toward a brighter academic future.
  • For those with questions or seeking guidance throughout the application process, the Bursary Committee is readily available to assist.

For More Information,

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Application Deadline: February 14, 2025.