The Kwara State Government Scholarship for the 2024/25 academic session is open to Kwara State indigenes studying in Nigerian institutions. This scholarship offers a ₦100,000 cash award. Additionally, the Kwara State Government Bursary provides a ₦10,000 cash award to eligible students. Further details regarding eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedures are available here.
When is the Application Deadline:
📅 September 18, 2025
Tell Me About the Award:
The Kwara State Government, through the Kwara State Scholarship Board (KWSSB), has approved the 2024/2025 Bursary and the 2023/2024 Scholarship Award for eligible final-year students. This initiative, approved by His Excellency Mallam AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, provides financial support to Kwara indigenes studying in government-owned tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
All accredited courses in recognized Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
Type:
🎓 Undergraduate Scholarship & Bursary (Final-Year Students Only)
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be indigenes of Kwara State.
- Be in their final year in a recognized government-owned tertiary institution.
- Possess a valid KWASRRA SSID number.
- Provide evidence of NAKLAS/NAKSS due payment.
How are Applicants Selected?
Applicants are screened based on:
- Verification of documents submitted.
- Confirmation of final-year status.
- Proof of Kwara State indigene status and residency.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Nigeria (for Kwara State indigenes only).
Where will the Award be Taken?
At Nigerian government-owned tertiary institutions (state and federal).
How Many Awards?
Not specifically stated, but open to all qualified final-year indigenes of Kwara State.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Scholarship Award: ₦100,000 (cash support).
- Bursary Award: ₦10,000 (cash support).
How Long Will the Award Last?
One-time cash award for the 2024/2025 academic year.
How to Apply:
- Visit: https://scholarship.kwarastate.gov.ng/auth/
- Register with your KWASRRA SSID and NIN.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit before the deadline.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
👉 Kwara State Government Scholarship Application Portal
