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Sterling Bank has announced the first recipients of its N2 billion Beyond Education Scholarship, a nationwide initiative designed to fund university education for 600 exceptional young Nigerians. The scholarship programme aims to connect the beneficiaries to future careers in high-impact sectors, thereby contributing to the country’s long-term, inclusive national development.
According to the bank, the Beyond Education programme is “not just a scholarship but a national development strategy” that seeks to bridge the gap between education and employability. Obinna Ukachukwu, Growth Executive for Consumer and Business Banking at Sterling Bank, said, “We’re closing the gap between education and employability. Our mission is to prepare young people for the future of work in sectors that matter most to Nigeria’s progress.”
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The first 30 scholars were selected through a transparent, community-driven voting process open to Sterling Bank account holders. The recipients will study at either Miva Open University or Hillside University of Science & Technology, with the scholarship covering full tuition fees.
While the scholarship covers tuition, recipients are responsible for associated costs such as internet access, learning materials, and living expenses. The bank says this structure is designed for sustainability and scale.
With 570 scholarships still to be awarded, Sterling Bank remains committed to expanding access to quality education and shaping a future-ready workforce for Nigeria. The Beyond Education programme aligns with the bank’s HEART strategy, an investment framework focused on Health, Education, Agriculture, Renewable Energy, and Transportation
The inaugural winners of the scholarship are:
1. Abdulahi Afolabi
2. Damilare Tijani
3. Abdulwahab Eniafe
4. Abubakar Isah
5. Tahir Enesi Ibrahim
6. Julius Agbene Agbo
7. Chinedu Kelechi Patrick
8. Ayomide Ojo
9. Fyneseed Nwogu
10. Miracle Woyinmomoemi Daniel
11. Serene Clinton
12. Temiloluwa Orekunrin
13. Udeme Umoh
14. Victor Esogwa
15. Rosemary Kosipre
16. Ali Mohammed
17. Usman Isiaka Ololade
18. Kayode Aikulola
19. Saviour Philip
20. Ademola Afolabi
21. Emmanuel Enekwa
22. Bashir Sani Ibrahim
23. Ezekiel Adeseye
24. Deborah Umeaku
25. Abba Kaka Lawan
26. Haisam Sunusi Mahmuda
27. John Gumuan
28. Afan Ajiji
29. Bajepade Kehinde
30. Chioma Igwe
The scholarship programme is a significant step towards investing in human capital and promoting socio-economic mobility in Nigeria
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