About the Scholarship Program:
Acknowledging that a peculiar set of historical circumstances has endowed the donors of this foundation with a financial power, we commit to use this position for the furtherance of education and empowerment. Recognizing the principle of efficiency, we commit to beginning our work in the places where our actions will have the greatest effects. Knowing the historical suffering of Rivers State indigenes, and the especially acute needs of Ogoni youth, the Kponee-Shovein Foundation exists to provide financial assistance to scholars and small business owners in Rivers State, Nigeria, and service initiatives to Ogoni communities. We share a belief that empowerment creates the possibility of change and so have committed to directing our financial resources to empowering Rivers State indigenes.
The Kponee-Shovein Scholars Award was created with the purpose of sponsoring academic, research, and technological projects in support of higher education for Rivers State indigenes. Each year, the foundation funds one-year full tuition scholarships plus a stipend to universities in Nigeria. The Kponee-Shovein scholars award is only available for students pursing bachelors degrees, and is not available for post graduate education. Previous recipients of the award may apply again during the next cycle by sending an updated academic transcript showing they remain in good standing and a brief essay (1,000 words max) describing how the Kponee-Shovein scholarship has contributed to their academic success and overall well being.
Benefits of the Scholarship Program:
Selected awardees for the scholarship award will receive the following benefits:
- University tuition for the academic year plus a stipend
- The scholarship will be valid for one year
- Tuition funds will be directly disbursed to the proper schools by the Chief Operating Officer, who will also transfer the stipend funds to the recipient of the Kponee-Shovein scholarship.
Criteria for the Award of Scholarships:
The foundation uses the following criteria in awarding its scholarships:
- Need, especially in cases where the candidate would be unable to pursue education absent support.
- Demonstrated academic ability, as by standardized test scores, previous accomplishments, and recommendations.
- Leadership and commitment to the uplifting of Rivers State, the Nigerian nation, and the African continent.
Eligibility Criteria of the Scholarship Program:
Interested candidates for the scholarship program MUST fulfill the following requirements:
- Applicants MUST be Rivers State indigene
- Applicants MUST be pursuing a Bachelors degree in a government approved tertiary institution in Nigeria
- All levels of study are welcome to apply
- All courses and departments are also welcome to apply
Supporting Documents:
- Essay 1, Maximum length 1000 words: describe your motivations for pursuing your area of study, reasons for applying for the scholarship award, and career plans upon graduating.
- Essay 2, Maximum length 1000 words: Tell us about your experiences as a Rivers State indigene and how your life experiences have informed and shaped who you are today.
- Official scanned transcripts (JAMB score for those beginning their first year and university transcripts for continuing undergraduates) from their current institution.
- Resume/curriculum vitae
- Two professional letters of recommendation from lecturers, professors, or heads of departments. Letters of Recommendations must be sent by the recommender directly to kponeeshoveinfoundation@gmail.com
Additional Information:
The top applicants for each cycle will be designated “finalists” and will participate in an interview with the founders of the foundation. The scholarship recipients, selected from the finalists, will be notified by the end of each year, and must have an in-person interview in Port Harcourt with the Chief Operating Officer to receive tuition support and the stipend. Additionally, all scholars must have their school ID card, local government identification letter, and tuition statement verified by the Chief Operating Officer to receive tuition support. They will begin to receive tuition support and a stipend from the foundation in the beginning of the academic year.
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Application Deadline:
Applications for this scholarship program are open for entries until the 30th of November, 2025. Early applications are highly encouraged.
Application Process:
To apply to become a Kponee-Shovein Scholar, please fill out the Kponee-Shovein Scholars Application Form. Additionally, please send together the form and the following documents to kponeeshoveinfoundation@gmail.com:
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