Formerly known as the Dr Abayomi Oluwatosin Jiboku Foundation, the Prof. Abayomi Oluwatosin Jiboku Foundation (AOJF) is a non-Governmental Organization (NGO) established by Prof. Abayomi Oluwatosin Jiboku that is centred on providing invaluable educational support to the vibrant Nigerian youth population.
When is the Application Deadline:
- March 4, 2026
Tell Me About The Grant:
The Prof. Abayomi Oluwatosin Jiboku Foundation (AOJF) Chemistry Research Grant is a targeted initiative to support final-year Chemistry and Biochemistry students in federal and state universities across Southwest Nigeria. It is designed to assist academically promising but indigent students in completing their research projects, thereby contributing to knowledge and advancing solutions to global challenges through chemistry.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
Type:
Research Grant | Undergraduate Final-Year Students | Financial Support.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be final-year students of Chemistry or Biochemistry.
- Be enrolled in public universities in Southwest Nigeria.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/5.0 (or equivalent).
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Show strong commitment to advancing knowledge in chemistry through research.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on academic merit, financial need, and quality of research proposal.
- Proposal must include supervisor, HOD, and DSA attestations.
- Evaluation considers clarity of problem statement, justification, methodology, and potential impact.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nigeria (Southwest region only).
Where will the Grant be Applied?
- Research projects conducted at federal and state universities in Southwest Nigeria.
How Many Grants?
- Not specified (limited awards available).
What is the Benefit of the Grant?
- ₦150,000 research grant to support final-year project work.
- Recognition and support from AOJF for indigent but academically strong students.
How Long Will the Grant Last?
- For the duration of the final-year research project (2026 academic session).
Required Documents:
- Completed application form.
- Detailed research proposal (1,500–2,000 words) including:
- Background of study
- Statement of problem
- Scope and justification
- Materials and methods
- Supervisor’s attestation (signature/date).
- HOD’s attestation (signature/date/stamp).
- DSA’s attestation (signature/date/stamp).
- Statement of result.
- O’Level result.
How to Apply:
- Confirm eligibility.
- Prepare all required documents.
- Visit the AOJF official website during the application period.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit before March 4, 2026.
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