No more application fees for Lagos scholarship, bursary – Sanwo-Olu

No more application fees for Lagos scholarship, bursary – Sanwo-Olu

GOVERNOR Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State, yesterday, approved the removal of application fees for the award of scholarships and bursaries offered by the Lagos State Scholarship Board, LSSB, to beneficiaries.

The LSSB Secretary, Mr AbdurRahman Lekki, in a statement, explained that the decision aligns with the administration’s initiative aimed at promoting youth empowerment and social inclusion.

Lekki noted that eliminating the fees addresses concerns raised by stakeholders regarding access to educational opportunities, particularly for economically disadvantaged students.

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He further explained that the revenue generated from the fees constituted only 0.5 per cent of the agency’s budget, reinforcing the justification for their removal.

Lekki added that Governor Sanwo-Olu’s decision highlights “a strong commitment to equitable education and strengthens the state’s reputation as a supportive administration for youth.”

No more application fees for Lagos scholarship, bursary – Sanwo-Olu