Education
Oborevwori Approves 2025 Bursaries, Scholarships for Students, Children of Deceased Civil Servants
Governor of Delta State Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori has approved the 2025 bursary awards for students in public and private tertiary institutions across Nigeria, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to education and student welfare.
The approval also covers scholarship awards for students with disabilities and children of deceased civil servants, as well as financial assistance for Delta State students in the Nigerian Law Schools.
The Executive Secretary of the Delta State Bursary and Scholarship Board, Dr. Godfrey Enita, disclosed this on Thursday, February 12, 2026, during a meeting with national executives of the National Association of Delta State Students (NADESSTU).
Dr. Enita said the governor’s gesture aims to ease the financial burden on students and families amid economic challenges. He explained that the meeting was convened following concerns over delays in the 2025 bursary payment, assuring that payments had commenced for all approved bursaries and scholarships.
He added, “The financial assistance earlier approved by Governor Oborevwori for Delta State students at the Nigerian Law Schools is also being processed.”
A total of 33,064 students will benefit from the bursary awards, 545 children of deceased civil servants, 51 students with disabilities, and 533 Law School students will receive scholarships or special financial assistance.
Dr. Enita reiterated that the Oborevwori administration places high premium on education as a critical pillar for sustainable development and human capital advancement in the state.
In response, NADESSTU national executives, led by President Comrade Oweiotu-Ebi Joseph and Senate President Comrade Idiseru Alex, welcomed the development and expressed appreciation to the governor, describing the approval as timely and impactful.
The student leaders also pledged loyalty and support to the Delta State Government, commending Governor Oborevwori for his responsiveness and commitment to the welfare of Deltans.
