The Delta State government has commenced the disbursement of the 2025 scholarship awards to children of deceased civil servants and students living with disabilities across the state.
The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, in a statement signed by its Executive Secretary, Godfrey Enita, said the exercise followed the approval of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
Key Highlights:
- The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board has begun disbursing 2025 scholarships to children of deceased civil servants and students with disabilities.
- The exercise was approved by Governor Sheriff Oborevwori.
- Scholarship payments will run from May 19 to May 29, 2026.
- The scheme aims to support inclusive education and assist vulnerable students in their academic pursuits.
- Beneficiaries were advised to contact designated officials for enquiries and ensure they access their payments within the disbursement period.
According to the statement, the disbursement exercise will run from Tuesday, May 19, 2026 to Friday, May 29, 2026.
The board explained that the scholarship scheme is designed to support children of deceased civil servants as well as students with disabilities in their academic pursuits, in line with the state government’s commitment to inclusive education and social welfare.
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Beneficiaries and members of the public seeking further clarification were advised to contact Patricia Olie on 0811 181 2898 for enquiries relating to children of deceased civil servants, while enquiries concerning students with disabilities should be directed to Chinedu Uwabuofu on 0806 477 5373.
Enita urged all beneficiaries to take advantage of the disbursement window to access their scholarship payments promptly.
