The Delta State Government has announced the commencement of the 2023/2024 Students Special Assistance Scheme (Bursary Award) payment to 32,028 eligible students of Delta origin studying in various tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of the Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr. Godfrey Enita, disclosed this in a statement issued in Asaba on Monday, February 3, 2025.

Dr. Enita commended Governor Sheriff Oborevwori for approving the timely disbursement of the bursary, emphasizing that only qualified students of Delta State origin who have completed the necessary registration and verification processes would benefit from the scheme. He reiterated the government’s commitment to supporting students and ensuring they have access to educational opportunities that will enhance their academic pursuits.

“The Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board wishes to commend His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for prioritizing the welfare of Delta State students and making education a key focus of his M.O.R.E. agenda,” Enita stated. He urged students to remain dedicated to their studies and to be worthy ambassadors of the state in their respective institutions.

The bursary scheme, which is an annual initiative, aims to ease the financial burden on Delta State students and encourage higher education enrollment. The government reassured students and parents of its continuous investment in education, ensuring that future bursary payments remain consistent and transparent.