The SieDi-Hub Opportunity Youth Educational Scholarship is now open for applications! This fully funded award provides up to ₦250,000 per year to support tuition, compulsory fees, and books for young Nigerian undergraduates.
Launched by the Innovation Hub for Inclusiveness, Empowerment, and Social Development (SieDi-Hub), the program is designed to empower students from low-income and vulnerable backgrounds, helping them complete their education and become future leaders in their communities.
The SieDi-Hub Opportunity Youth Educational Scholarship is a need-based, full-ride program aimed at students who:
Have just gained admission or are in their first year at a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution
Face serious financial hardship or personal challenges (e.g., loss of a parent, displacement, family crisis)
More than financial support, this scholarship provides:
Leadership training
Mentorship opportunities
Volunteer and work experience
Every year, two students (one male and one female) are selected and awarded up to ₦250,000 annually, renewable throughout their studies (subject to performance).
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
Be Nigerian citizens aged 17–25 years
Have just gained admission or be in their first year at an accredited Nigerian tertiary institution
Demonstrate significant financial need or life-altering challenges
Commit to volunteering and giving back to their communities
Expectations of Recipients:
Maintain good academic standing and submit progress reports
Complete their studies within the expected timeframe
Volunteer with SieDi-Hub during semesters and holidays
Participate in community outreach and mentoring programs
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following:
Completed application form
Personal statement (1–2 pages, 1000–1500 words)
Admission letter or proof of first-year enrollment
Academic records (WAEC, UTME results, etc.)
Two references (teachers, mentors, or community leaders)
Proof of hardship (e.g., death certificate, medical report, displacement record)
Benefits
The SieDi-Hub Scholarship covers:
Tuition and compulsory school fees (up to ₦250,000 annually)
Book support for each academic year
Mentorship, career coaching, and leadership development
Volunteer and internship placements with SieDi-Hub projects
