The Yobe State Government has awarded scholarships worth N2.225 billion to 890 students of Nigeria Tulip International College (NTIC), Mamudo. The scholarship, which covers a period of six years, will support students from Junior Secondary School (JSS) one to Senior Secondary (SS) three.
A statement issued by the Information Officer of the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Ibrahim Adamu Sale said the official presentation of scholarship letters took place at the NTIC Mamudo event hall.
Governor Mai Mala Buni, represented by the Head of the State Civil Service, Alhaji Tonga Betara, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the education sector and providing a solid foundation for future generations.
He emphasized that the scholarship program is part of the state’s broader educational revitalization initiative, aimed at enhancing learning across all institutions, urging the beneficiaries to uphold discipline, embrace hard work, and remain dedicated to their studies.
Governor Buni further explained that the state government will spend N2.5 million annually on each of the 890 students, amounting to N15 million per student over six years.
“The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation, uniforms, books, and living expenses,” Buni disclosed.
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Ass. Prof. Abba Idriss Adam, described the initiative as a transformational investment in education that will shape the future of society.
The Commissioner urged students to make the most of the opportunity by excelling academically.
The event was attended by several dignitaries, including the Managing Director of Nigeria Tulip
International Colleges, Fevzullah Bilgin, Commissioner of Justice Barrister Saleh Samanja, a representative of the Speaker of the Yobe State House of Assembly, Alhaji Maina Digma Gana, and traditional rulers, including the Emirs of Pataskum and Ngelzarma.
