Elevate Your Career with the NDDC Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Program
In a significant move to nurture talent from the Niger Delta, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is proud to announce the launch of its Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship Program for the academic year 2024/2025. This initiative is designed for Nigerian students originating from the Niger Delta region, offering them an incredible opportunity to pursue Master’s and PhD degrees abroad. This program aligns with the NDDC’s commitment to human resource development, aiming to prepare Niger Deltans with the skills and knowledge required to effectively contribute to the Federal Government’s Local Content program and to excel in competitive global professional spheres.
The NDDC is dedicated to transforming the Niger Delta into a region marked by economic prosperity, social stability, ecological sustainability, and political harmony. This scholarship program is a testament to our commitment, to providing full funding for tuition, accommodation, living expenses, visa fees, and medical insurance. Eligible fields of study include Agricultural Sciences, Engineering and Engineering Sciences, Geosciences, Information Technology, Law, and Medical Sciences, among others.
To apply for this prestigious scholarship, candidates must possess a first degree with a minimum of a 2nd Class Lower Division for Master’s applicants or a robust Master’s Degree for PhD candidates from recognized universities. Applicants must have secured admission to a Postgraduate Program in the aforementioned disciplines at a foreign university and should not have commenced their studies abroad. The scholarship requires a guarantor’s consent of good conduct and mandates completion of the NYSC program. Eligibility is restricted to indigenes of the Niger Delta states. Required documents for application include a recent passport photograph, Local Government Identification Letter, admission letter, NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate, and academic degrees.
The application window is open until May 13, 2024. Prospective scholars are encouraged to apply online via the NDDC’s official website, where more detailed information and the application form can be found. This is a unique chance to advance your academic and professional career with the support of the NDDC’s comprehensive scholarship program. We wish all applicants the best and look forward to the contributions our scholars will make towards the bright future of the Niger Delta region.
For any inquiries, please contact the Director of Education, Health, and Social Services at the NDDC. Further details and updates can also be found on the NDDC website. Don’t miss out on this transformative opportunity to study abroad and make a significant impact in your field of expertise.