The Enugu East Local Government Area has provided a new update on its ongoing Undergraduate Bursary Award scheme. According to information from the council, over 700 applications have already been received from different communities across the LGA.
However, after reviewing the submitted entries, it was discovered that some communities are still underrepresented in the process.
As a result of this observation, the Chairman of Enugu East LGA has ordered an extension of the bursary registration deadline. He stated that this decision was made to “ensure inclusivity and equal opportunities for all eligible students.”
This move is expected to help create fair access to education support, especially for students in areas that are lagging behind in the registration process.
In addition, local authorities have announced that extra sensitization activities will take place to increase awareness in the underrepresented communities. These efforts aim to make sure that more students can participate and benefit from the scheme.
“This notice serves to inform the general public and undergraduate students of Enugu East LGA, both indigenes and residents, who have registered and verified for the maiden edition of the bursary award, that the program is still ongoing,” the council shared.
It was also confirmed that the bursary disbursement will begin soon after the newly extended registration deadline. Students who are yet to register are encouraged to do so without delay.
Further announcements, including the revised registration timeline, will be shared through local communication channels.