Kwara Approves 2026 Bursary Scheme, Applications Begin Monday

The Kwara State Government has approved the 2026 bursary scheme for eligible indigenes studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, reaffirming its commitment to supporting higher education and reducing the financial burden on students and their families.

The approval was announced on Saturday by the Kwara State Scholarship Board, which said Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq authorised the initiative as part of ongoing efforts to promote educational development and provide assistance to students of Kwara origin.

According to the board, the application portal for the bursary programme will open on Monday, November 2, 2026, and close on Monday, November 16, 2026.

Eligible students were encouraged to apply through the official scholarship portal, scholarship.kwarastate.gov.ng, and complete their submissions within the specified period.

The board advised applicants to provide accurate and verifiable information during registration and to comply strictly with all application guidelines to avoid challenges during the screening process.

Speaking on the development, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development and Supervising Commissioner for Tertiary Education, Lawal Olohungbebe, commended the governor for approving the bursary award.

He described the initiative as a reflection of the administration’s dedication to education and student welfare, noting that it would offer financial relief to parents and guardians while helping beneficiaries pursue their academic goals.

Olohungbebe further praised the governor’s sustained investment in the education sector since assuming office and reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to expanding access to tertiary education and enhancing the academic advancement of Kwara students.

The bursary programme is expected to benefit eligible students across various tertiary institutions nationwide, providing additional support for their educational pursuits