The Executive Chairman of Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State, Hon. Abdullahi Umar Evuti, has awarded scholarships to the best-performing students of the Intensive Summer Training Programme for Science Students organised by the Lapai Emirate Development Foundation (LADEF).
The scholarship will enable the outstanding students to further their studies at Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai.
Evuti, who was represented by the Council Secretary, Hon. Abubakar Isah Chado, announced the scholarship while delivering his goodwill message at the closing ceremony of the second edition of the programme held on Saturday at the IBBU Kobo Campus.
The event was attended by the Emir of Lapai, Alhaji Engr. Umar Bago Tafida III, FNSE, CON, as well as academics, students, parents and other dignitaries from across the Lapai Emirate.
The Chairman said the scholarship initiative was in line with his administration’s commitment to investing in education and creating opportunities for young people to realise their potential.
He expressed appreciation to the Emir of Lapai for his continued support for educational development in the emirate, while commending the LADEF committee for its dedication and commitment to the success of the summer programme.
Evuti urged the students to remain committed to their studies, uphold the values and knowledge acquired during the programme, and continue to pursue academic excellence.
He said investing in young people through education remained essential to building a brighter future for Lapai and the society at large.
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