In a renewed commitment to champion education and empower Nigeria’s youth, leading financial services provider OPay has extended its N1.2 billion 10-Year Scholarship Initiative to students of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA).
The scholarship scheme, designed to ease the financial burden on promising students, enables beneficiaries to focus fully on their academic pursuits without the pressure of tuition fees and other associated costs. This strategic investment in education is part of OPay’s long-term effort to drive national development through human capital empowerment.
Speaking at the recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony held at the university, a visibly emotional student beneficiary shared a heartfelt testimony:
“I am grateful to OPay for this initiative because it has helped me stay focused. When I first gained admission into a higher institution, I couldn’t afford my tuition and had to drop out to work and raise funds. Even now, I face the same challenge. This scholarship is a lifeline, and I truly appreciate OPay for this incredible gesture.”
Managing Director of OPay, Mr. Dauda Gotring, reiterated the organization’s unwavering commitment to educational advancement in Nigeria.
“At OPay, we recognize the importance of education in nation-building. We are proud to support these students on their journey toward achieving greatness. This is part of our broader commitment to empowering Nigeria’s youth,” he said.
The partnership with FUTMINNA represents the latest milestone in OPay’s growing nationwide education initiative, which has already supported students across several universities in Nigeria. The initiative aims not only to assist with tuition but to encourage academic excellence, innovation, and professional development among Nigeria’s future leaders.
University officials, students, and stakeholders present at the event applauded OPay for its corporate social responsibility and its continued investment in the education sector. The initiative is expected to create ripple effects by encouraging other private sector players to step up support for education and youth development.
As the programme continues to expand across institutions, OPay reaffirmed its commitment to equipping young Nigerians with the resources they need to succeed academically and thrive professionally.
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