The Oando Joint Venture (JV) 2025/2026 Tertiary Scholarship Scheme is now open for applications. This scholarship is part of a long-standing commitment by the NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL) and Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited (OERNL) to support education through their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts. The goal is to help undergraduates across Nigeria, especially in oil-producing communities, pursue their academic dreams and develop into future leaders.
Applications opened on March 27, 2025, and will close on April 30, 2025. The scheme is open to full-time undergraduates currently in their 100 level at a recognized Nigerian university. This program does not accept students already in 200 level or higher, current beneficiaries of other scholarships, or children of employees of Oando PLC or its subsidiaries.
There are two main categories of awards in this scheme. The Host Communities Merit Award is for students from the host communities of Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and Imo States. The National Merit Award is for students from other parts of Nigeria who are not from these host communities. To qualify for the National Merit Award, applicants must be studying courses like Engineering, Geology, Geosciences, or Agricultural Sciences.
The selection process includes an online aptitude test, and only candidates who are shortlisted will be invited to participate. A score of at least 50% in the test is required to be considered. Test results will be shared on noticeboards at Oando locations nationwide.
Since its launch during the 1992/1993 academic session, this scholarship has helped over 350 Nigerian students pursue higher education. The program continues to thrive, especially after Oando took over the interests of Nigerian Agip Oil Company (NAOC) in 2024. This move reflects Oando’s mission to make a lasting impact in the communities where it operates.
As part of a broader effort to invest in human capital, the scholarship aligns with high-demand career paths and encourages the development of skills that are important to Nigeria’s economy. By supporting disciplines like engineering scholarships in Nigeria, oil and gas education funding, and agricultural science scholarships, Oando ensures its scholarship remains relevant to both students and the nation’s future workforce.
Requirements / Eligibility
Must be registered full time undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions and certified 100 level students at the time of application.
How to apply
To apply, qualified students should visit the scholarship link HERE and apply before the application deadline.
This scholarship opportunity stands out among top Nigerian student scholarships and represents an excellent chance for ambitious young people to get financial support and recognition. Oando believes that empowering youth through education is a vital step toward creating a sustainable and prosperous Nigeria.
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