Joseph Adegbite Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship 2026

Are you a brilliant Nigerian student facing financial challenges but determined to excel academically? The Adegbite Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications!

This scholarship programme, initiated by the Adegbite Foundation, is designed to support high-performing students who demonstrate academic excellence but struggle with tuition and educational expenses. For the 2026 edition, the foundation will award financial assistance to selected deserving students to ease the burden of funding their education.

Scholarship Value

• Full financial assistance per successful candidate as tuition support

Who Can Apply?

For Secondary School Students

• Only students with proof of promotion from Primary School to JSS1, JSS3, or SS3 are eligible.
• Students who have not written qualification exams yet should upload their recent results.
• Students already in JSS1, JSS3, or SS3 are not eligible.
• Must be in Government Secondary Schools and reside in Lagos.
• Must provide:
• Valid School ID card
• Birth Certificate or signed School Testimonial from the Principal
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening.

For Tertiary School Students (Freshers & Returning)

Freshers (Newly Admitted):

• Must have received a provisional admission into a Government University in Nigeria, OR
• Must have scored 250 and above in the 2026 JAMB

Returning Students:

• Must be currently enrolled in a Federal or State Government University, Polytechnic, or College of Education
• Must have a minimum CGPA equivalent of Second Class Upper (2:1) for university students or Upper Credit for polytechnic and colleges of education
• Must provide a verifiable Proof of Academic Performance

Newly Admitted – (1) Upload Letter of Provisional Admission (2) Proof of Jamb Score not less than 250 Marks (3) O’Level Result. Returning Students – (1) Upload proof of Current Academic Grade Level. (2) School ID Card Secondary School Students – (1) Proof of Recent Result (2) A valid School ID Card with a Birth Certificate or a signed School Testimonial from School Principal.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening.

Important Dates

• Application Opens: 1st May 2026
• Application Deadline: 30th June 2026

How to Apply

1. Visit the Adegbite Foundation scholarship portal.
2. Select your level (Secondary or Tertiary).
3. Fill the application form with accurate details.
4. Upload all required documents.
5. Submit your application before the deadline.

Application Form: check the link below.

For more information: Contact the foundation through their official channels.

Why You Should Apply

This scholarship provides critical financial support to students who have already proven their academic potential. Whether you are a fresher who just gained admission with a high JAMB score or a returning student maintaining a strong CGPA, this is a valuable opportunity to reduce the financial burden of education and focus on academic success.

Summary Table: Adegbite Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship 2026

Detail	Information
Scholarship Name	Adegbite Foundation Academic Excellence Scholarship 2026
Award Value	₦50,000 per recipient
Target	Secondary & Tertiary Students
Secondary Eligibility	JSS1, JSS3, SS3 students in Lagos Government Schools
Tertiary Freshers	250+ in 2026 JAMB or provisional admission into Government University
Returning Students	Minimum 2:1 CGPA (University) or Upper Credit (Polytechnic/COE)
Application Period	1st May – 30th June

Share this post with every brilliant student in your network — especially those in Lagos secondary schools and students in federal/state universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education who are facing financial difficulties.

Deadline: 30th June 2026

Prepare your documents and apply as soon as the portal opens on 1st May 2026. Don’t let financial challenges limit your academic potential.

This is your chance to receive support for academic excellence. Apply today!