Army Chief Awards N500,000 Scholarship to Student.

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The Chief of Army Staff, Lt.-Gen. Olufemi Oluyede, has awarded a N500,000 scholarship to Mariam Olayiwola, a first-year physiology student at the Lagos State University. This award is part of the COAS Special Scholarship Scheme for Indigent Students, launched in 2024 by the late COAS, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja.

The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 81 Division, Nigerian Army, Maj.-Gen. Farouk Mijinyawa, presented the scholarship to Mariam on behalf of the COAS. Maj.-Gen. Mijinyawa congratulated Mariam on her hard work and academic achievements, saying, “I encourage you to continue to work hard for more accolades. Your performance will serve as an inspiration to your peers and siblings.”

The COAS Special Scholarship Scheme aims to support deserving students like Mariam in achieving their academic goals. The scholarship will cover Mariam’s tuition fees and other expenses, easing the financial burden on her family.

The Nigerian Army’s initiative is part of its vision to foster educational development and contribute positively to society. By empowering young individuals like Mariam, the army is demonstrating its commitment to supporting education and community welfare.

Maj.-Gen. Mijinyawa emphasized the army’s goal to support community welfare and create opportunities for young Nigerians with high potential. He noted that the scholarship program was initiated by the late COAS, Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, as part of the army’s vision to foster educational development and contribute positively to society.

The COAS Special Scholarship Scheme for Indigent Students is a testament to the Nigerian Army’s commitment to supporting education and empowering young individuals to achieve their academic goals. By providing financial assistance to deserving students, the army is helping to bridge the gap between academic potential and financial need.

The presentation of the scholarship to Mariam Olayiwola is a significant milestone in the army’s efforts to promote education and community welfare. As Mariam pursues her academic goals, she will serve as a shining example of the army’s commitment to empowering young Nigerians and fostering a brighter future for the nation.

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