The Iyaloja-General of Nigeria and daughter of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mujidat Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, has launched a scholarship scheme for over 1,000 indigent applicants seeking admission into Havilla University, Nde 3-Corner, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The fully-funded tuition award is valued at ₦400,000 per student, covering their studies for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This initiative marks her second anniversary as Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of Havilla University.
Speaking at the ceremony, Tinubu-Ojo emphasized the importance of education in bridging the gap between the rich and the poor.
She said, “Education is the only leveler between the rich and the poor in society.”
She further stated, “Every Nigerian youth deserves access to quality education to secure a brighter future for the nation.”
This reflects in her commitment to youth empowerment and educational advancement.
The Iyaloja-General expressed her gratitude to the Governing Council, led by Chancellor Hon Jones Tangban, a one-time National Assembly member who represented Ikom/Boki federal constituency, for their leadership in positioning Havilla University among Africa’s leading institutions.
In response, Tangban thanked Tinubu-Ojo for her generosity, stressing that her gesture aligns with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu.
He said. “We appreciate your selfless act.”
Earlier, Tinubu-Ojo commissioned the Folasade Tinubu-Ojo Complex at the university and laid the foundation for the Folasade Tinubu-Ojo Centre for Vocational Studies, further solidifying her commitment to the institution.
Applicants can visit the institution’s website for scholarship details, via
https://havillauniversity.edu.ng/scholarship,
info@havillauniversity.edu.ng and
admission@havillauniversity.edu.ng
