The Member representing Jere Federal Constituency, Engr. Satomi Ahmad, FNSE, has officially launched a Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme aimed at supporting 200 indigenes of Jere Local Government Area pursuing Master’s (MSc) and Doctorate (PhD) degrees.
The scholarship programme, unveiled during a special ceremony attended by students, community leaders, academic stakeholders, and constituents, is designed to ease the financial burden of tuition, research, and other academic-related expenses for postgraduate students.
As part of the first phase of the initiative, each Master’s (MSc) student received a grant of ₦100,000, while each Doctorate (PhD) student received a grant of ₦150,000. A total of ₦22.5 million naira was disbursed directly to beneficiaries in this maiden edition of the programme.
Speaking at the flag-off event, Engr. Satomi emphasized the importance of education as a driver for development and innovation in the country. He said education remains a powerful tool for societal transformation and human capital development. “This scholarship programme is my way of giving back to the people of Jere. I strongly believe that education is the foundation for progress, and I am committed to supporting our young scholars to achieve their dreams,” he stated.
The lawmaker further assured that the scholarship would be sustained as an annual intervention. “This is not a one-time event. I intend to continue this support for postgraduate students every year throughout my tenure and even beyond,” Engr. Satomi added.
The Education Secretary of Jere Local Government, Dr. Mala Kulloma, commended the initiative, describing Engr. Satomi as a consistent supporter of education since he assumed office. He noted that the programme would greatly encourage academic excellence and motivate other leaders to invest in education.
One of the beneficiaries, Ali Galadima, a PhD student in Geography at the University of Maiduguri, expressed gratitude on behalf of the recipients. “We are truly grateful to Hon. Satomi for this generous support. It will go a long way in helping us focus on our academic goals without the constant worry of financial constraints,” he said.
A highlight of the event was the presentation of cash awards to some beneficiaries, while others received their scholarships through direct bank transfers, with many confirming payment alerts at the venue.