DESOPADEC’s Bursary Program 2025

About the Scholarship Program:

The DESOPADEC’s bursary program is designed to support students from oil-producing areas in tertiary institutions across Nigeria and beyond. Recognizing the financial difficulties many students experience, the Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) has positioned this bursary as more than mere financial aid; it is an investment in human capital, community growth, and future leadership. This program aims to strengthen human capital and advance education in oil-producing communities. It focuses on cultivating a skilled workforce that will lead Delta into the future. The bursary scheme is intended to encourage higher enrollment in tertiary institutions, reduce dropout rates among underserved students, and enable students to focus on their studies without the burden of financial stress.

In 2025, DESOPADEC has announced plans to disburse bursary funds to students across all its ethnic nationalities. The Managing Director, Chief Festus Ochonogor, confirmed that measures are being implemented to ensure a smooth and transparent disbursement process. These measures include the establishment of a dedicated website and engagement with stakeholders to facilitate the enrollment process for the sixth batch of the DESOPADEC Skills Academy, following the success of the previous batch. The Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) was established in 2007 under the administration of former Governor Chief James Onanefe Ibori through an enabling law. This was in response to agitations by oil-producing communities in Delta State seeking equitable development and compensation for the environmental and socio-economic impacts of oil exploration.

The Commission is funded with 50% of the 13% oil derivation revenue allocated to the State, which is used for infrastructural development across oil-producing areas, as well as executing other socioeconomic schemes such as Bursary. The Delta State Oil Producing Areas Development Commission (DESOPADEC) is pleased to announce the opening of its 2025 Bursary Program, aimed at supporting the educational pursuits of qualified Delta State students.

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Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship Program:

Applicants looking to apply for this scholarship must fulfill the following criteria:

• Be an indigene of Ijaw, Itsekiri, Urhobo, Ika, Isoko, or Ndokwa ethnic groups
• Be a full-time undergraduate in a Nigerian University or Polytechnic
• Be in 200 level or above at the time of application
• Not be a part-time, pre-degree, or postgraduate student

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Supporting Documents:

• A recent Passport Photograph
• Your valid Student ID Card
• Your official Admission Letter
• A Letter of Identification from your Student Union
• Your NIN Slip (National Identification Number)
• A Certificate of Local Government of Origin

Required Document Format:

• File Size: Each document should be no larger than 8MB. Files that exceed this size will not be accepted.
• Format: Documents must be in JPEG format. Other file formats such as PNG, PDF, or others will not be accepted.
• Clarity: Make sure that your documents are clear and legible, with no parts missing or cut off. Documents that are blurry or difficult to read may lead to delays or disqualification.
• Background: Ensure that your documents are taken against a plain, light-colored background. This helps with clarity and ensures the details on your documents are easily readable.
• Orientation: All documents should be oriented properly (not sideways or upside down) to ensure easy viewing by the reviewing committee.

Application Deadline:

Applications open on May 7th, 2025 and close on May 28th, 2025. Eligible students are encouraged to apply within this period.

Application Process:

Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply for the DESOPADEC’s Bursary Program 2025 by accessing the scholarship application portal through the scholarship application link below:

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