2223 ViewsNestlé Nigeria PLC has announced the second phase of her communityscholarship scheme for youth of her host communities. The scholarship schemeis positioned to enable deserving students of her host communities attain theireducational and personal aspirations through financial sponsorship.The scheme which was launched in 2020 for the host communities of thecompany’s factories located at Sagamu Interchange, Ogun State and Abaji,Federal Capital Territory, has been extended to include the host community of thecompany’s third factory in Agbara, Ogun State.The scheme which is in two categories, senior secondary and tertiary, will grantfunds to cover tuition, accommodation, uniform, books and other expenses for theduration of beneficiaries’ education in the respective categories.This program is aligned to Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs) 4 – ensureinclusive and equitable quality education and promoting lifelong learningopportunities for all by 2030. Education is key to prosperity as it opens a world ofopportunities.Several factors including inadequate infrastructure, lack of opportunities,accessibility and affordability are top issues limiting access to quality education inSub Saharan Africa. The Nestlé Community Scholarship Scheme seeks to helpbridge the gap by providing financial support to help youth complete their scienceand technology studies in the secondary and tertiary categories.Speaking at the event to introduce Nestlé Scholarship scheme in Agbara, theCorporate Communications and Public Affairs Manager of Nestlé Nigeria PLC,Mrs. Victoria Uwadoka said, “In a nation with a high youth population like ours, itis clear that communities cannot thrive if they fail to offer a future for youngergenerations. Nestlé Community Scholarship Scheme aims to contribute towardscreating a future for youth by preparing them to participate in industry. The focuson science and technology is deliberate to build much needed local capacity.”Alagbara of Agbara – HRM Oba (Barr.) Lukman Jayeola Agunbiade, Olute III with the recipients of the Nestlé Scholarship Scheme and other dignitaries at the event.We are therefore pleased to announce the extension of the scheme to deservingyouths in Agbara. The scholarship awards cover the cost of tuition,accommodation, uniforms and books for the duration of beneficiaries’ studies solong as they attain the minimum required academic performance each year.”The Honourable Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology in OgunState, Professor Abayomi Arigbabu, represented by the Zonal Education Officer,Ado-Odo Ota, Mr. Olugbenga Kikisuhu, commended Nestlé for the initiative. Hesaid, “A modest history is being recorded here today as Nestlé Nigeria PLC hastaken a giant step by extending its love and generosity to better the lots of underprivileged and deserving indigenous students of Agbara community. One of themost important scholarship benefits to our society is that it gives us engineers,doctors, academics, lawyers and scientists from backgrounds that ordinarily couldnot have met up with the financial burdens of education”.On his part, the Alagbara of Agbara Kingdom, HRM Oba (Barr.) Lukman JayeolaAgunbiade, Olute III said, “This scholarship scheme is a laudable initiative byNestlé Nigeria PLC. I am delighted to be part of this event promoting the educationand empowerment of youth in Agbara. The company has positively impacted thecommunity over the years and we have enjoyed a good relationship”.One of the beneficiaries of the scholarship in the tertiary category, RereloluwaObafemi-Moses, a Medical Student of the University of Lagos, expressed herdelight at being selected as one of the beneficiaries of the scheme. She said thatthe award means a lot to her as it will further motivate increased commitment toher academics. She also appreciated Nestlé Nigeria for its investment in youngNigerians. Share this:Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window)Click to share on Telegram (Opens in new window)MoreClick to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pocket (Opens in new window)Click to print (Opens in new window)Categories: Headlines News Tags: @paparazzistartv #PaparazziStarTV Post navigation Previous Entry Isah Jere Harps on Single National Data EcosystemNext Entry Interswitch Recognised as Leading Company in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Other News... Make your comments...Cancel reply