Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has approved ₦350 million for the 2025 scholarship and bursary scheme to support students of Ondo origin studying in higher institutions across Nigeria.
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday in Akure by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Ebenezer Adeniyan.
According to the governor, the intervention will cover five categories of beneficiaries, including medical students, law students, and persons with disabilities. About 12,000 students are expected to benefit from the initiative—an increase from 2024, when ₦335 million was allocated to 11,200 students.
Aiyedatiwa recalled that last year, the state government doubled the annual bursary allowance from ₦10,000 to ₦20,000. Students with disabilities received ₦75,000 each, while scholarship recipients were awarded ₦100,000 each.
He emphasized that education remains a priority for his administration, describing it as “the cornerstone of development and the key to unlocking the potential of young people.”
“Many of our students struggle financially to pursue their academic dreams. These bursaries, scholarships, and other forms of assistance are meant to ease their burdens and allow them to concentrate on their studies,” the governor said.
He added that the initiative demonstrates the government’s commitment to investing in the future of both the state and the country.
“We must continue to ensure that our students not only have access to quality education but also the necessary support to thrive in their academic pursuits,” Aiyedatiwa stated.