The Senator Abiola Ajimobi Foundation Scholarship (SAAF) embodies a commitment to fostering educational excellence and cultivating values that promote peace and progress in Nigeria. With a vision of building a secure and progressive nation, this scholarship program aims to enhance the quality of education across all levels and instill in students the values necessary for national development.
Scholarship Objectives:
- Promoting Critical Thinking: The SAAF Scholarship seeks to bring together critical minds from diverse backgrounds to harness varied perspectives and thoughts in pursuit of national goals.
- Creating a Peaceful Society: By supporting education and nurturing values conducive to peace, the scholarship contributes to the creation of a harmonious and peaceful society, ultimately fostering national development.
Scholarship Benefits:
Selected applicants for the Ajimobi Foundation Scholarship will receive an educational grant of N150,000 to support their academic pursuits.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for both undergraduate and postgraduate categories of the Ajimobi Foundation Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Full-Time Enrollment: Be registered as full-time students in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
- Oyo State Indigeneship: Demonstrate proof of being an indigene of Oyo State.
- Academic Excellence: Exhibit outstanding academic performance.
- Financial Need: Demonstrate genuine financial need.
Required Documents:
Applicants for the 2024 Ajimobi Foundation Scholarship must submit the following documents:
- Completed Application Form
- Academic Transcripts
- Reference Letter from the Head of Department (HOD), duly signed and stamped
- Personal Statement: A statement of not more than 500 words outlining the applicant's personal and academic aspirations.
Application Process:
To apply for the Ajimobi Foundation Scholarship, follow these steps:
1. Visit the SAAF webpage via the provided link
2. Navigate to the "APPLY FOR SAAF GRANT" section.
3. Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
4. Submit the application before the deadline on May 21st, 2024.
5. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by June 1st, 2024.
Application Deadline: May 21st, 2024.
