Lagos State Government Postgraduate Scholarship Award Scheme

Lagos State Government Post-graduate Scholarship Award Scheme

Lagos State Postgraduate Scholarship Award Scheme

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Postgraduate (master’s, doctorate)
Provider: Lagos State Government
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
The Lagos State Scholarship Board (LSSB) is the agency in charge of scholarship, bursary and other related matters within the state. It grants Scholarship awards to deserving indigenes in various tertiary institutions for full time studies in order to assist these students financially. 

The call for applications is now open for the 2016 Lagos State Postgraduate Scholarship Award for fulltime Masters and Doctorate studies.

Eligibility
Applicant must be a Lagos State Indigene studying in any tertiary institutions across the country.

SELECTION CRITERIA AND ELIGIBILITY:
1). All applicants must have gained full time admission into an accredited Nigerian tertiary Institution for postgraduate studies (Masters or Doctorate).

2). All Post-graduate applicants:

• Where CGPA scale is 7.0 (e.g University of Ibadan) he /she must have graduated with a minimum of 4.9/7.0 at undergraduate level
• Where CGPA scale is 5.0 (e.g University of Lagos) he /she must have graduated a minimum of 3.5/5.0 at undergraduate level

3). All applicants must be in their first year or above

4). All applicants must have completed LASRRA Registration

5). All applicants must have a signed letter of identification from their respective Oba

6). All applicants must have a signed letter of identification from their respective local government

Eligible groups
Indigenes of Lagos State, Nigeria

Participating Institutions
All accredited institutions of higher learning in Nigeria

Fields of study
All fulltime postgraduate masters and doctoral level courses of study offered at Nigerian universities (within the manpower needs of Lagos State)

Number of awards
Not specified

Sponsorship duration
In the past, awards were per academic session; but currently, this is not specified

Scholarship benefits
The financial value of the Lagos State Local Scholarship Awards was increased in recent years by the Lagos State Government. The value for this current call has not been specified.

Method of Application
Applicant must be a Lagos State Indigene studying in any of the tertiary institutions across the country. All applicants are required to make a Payment of N2,000.00 for Local Scholarship through the Revenue Office of the Lagos State Scholarship Board. Then take the treasury receipt to the Lagos State Scholarship Board to secure their secret voucher pins for online application. Application will not be processed without evidence of treasury receipt. 

Ensure you correctly fill in the application form and click on "Apply Now" button to complete your application. Applications will be done through the official portal only (link to it is below), hard copy applications will not be processed. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of all documents to ascertain the genuineness of their claims:

• Admission Letter
• School Identity Card (undergraduate) OR Valid ID Card (postgraduate)
• Letter of identification from Oba
• Letter of identification from Local Government
• SSCE result
• Lagos State Resident Registration Agency(LASSRA) registration card
• Passport Photograph (clear background not older than three months).
• Progress report from school stating results clearly

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information, and to access the 'Apply Now' button to complete your application. 

DEADLINES:
Application deadline is Friday 15 December, 2017

PLEASE NOTE:
Short-listed candidates for the qualifying test will be invited by email and SMS text messages. All applicants are therefore advised to ensure that valid GSM telephone numbers and personal email addresses are properly entered into the e-forms on the portal.

The Local Scholarship Award, offered by the Lagos state government via its State Scholarship Board, is for prospective students of Lagos State origin except otherwise directed by His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos state. The scholarship award was resuscitated in 2002. Students should be on full-time and not part-time studies to benefit from these awards.

The Lagos State Scholarship Board (LSSB) is one of the earliest agencies established shortly after the creation of the state. It was constituted through Executive Council Memorandum No LSEC (68) as an advisory and implementation organ on Scholarship awards. The LSSB administers both the Lagos State Local and Foreign Scholarship Awards.

Application Deadline: 15 December 2017
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Lagos indigenes)

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Lagos State Government Undergraduate Scholarship Award Scheme

Lagos State Government Undergraduate Scholarship Award Scheme 

Lagos State Undergraduate Scholarship Award Scheme

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: Lagos State Government
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
The Lagos State Scholarship Board, LSSB, as the agency in charge of scholarship, bursary and other related matters within the state, grants scholarship awards to deserving indigenes in various tertiary institutions for full time studies in order to assist these students financially.

Application is now open for the 2016 Lagos State Undergraduate Scholarship Award for students in tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

Eligibility
Applicant must be a Lagos State Indigene studying in any tertiary institutions across the country.

SELECTION CRITERIA AND ELIGIBILITY:
1). All applicants must have gained full time admission into an accredited Nigerian tertiary Institution.

2). All Under-graduate applicants:
Where CGPA scale is 7.0 (e.g University of Ibadan) he /she must possess a minimum of 4.6/7.0
Where CGPA scale is 5.0 (e.g University of Lagos) he /she must possess a minimum of 3.5/5.0
Where CGPA scale is 4.0 (e.g polytechnics and colleges of education) he /she must possess a Minimum of 2.8/4.0
Where applicant is a medical student in 200L, option i, ii and iii applies
Where applicant is a medical student in 300L and above a minimum of Credit is required in their result
3). All applicants must be in their second year or above

4). All applicants must have completed LASRRA Registration

5). All applicants must have a signed letter of identification from their respective Oba

6). All applicants must have a signed letter of identification from their respective local government

Eligible groups
Lagos state indigenes

Participating Institutions
All accredited institutions of higher learning in Nigeria

Fields of study
All undergraduate courses of study offered at Nigerian universities (within the manpower needs of Lagos State)

Number of awards
Not specified, but several will be provided

Sponsorship duration
In the past, awards were per academic session; but currently, this is not specified

Scholarship benefits
Financial benefit for the Local Scholarship Awards was increased in recent years by the Lagos State Government. Scholarship value for the current call has not been specified. To see call for previous years, see this previous Scholarship call.

Method of Application
Applicant must be a Lagos State Indigene studying in any tertiary institution across the country. All applicants are required to make a Payment of N2,000.00 for Local Scholarship through the Revenue Office of the Lagos State Scholarship Board. Then take the treasury receipt to the Lagos State Scholarship Board to secure their secret voucher PINs for online application. Application will not be processed without evidence of treasury receipt.

Ensure you correctly fill in the application form and click on "Apply Now" button to complete your application. Applications will be done through the official portal only (link to it is below), hard copy applications will not be processed. Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants must upload clear scanned copies of all documents to ascertain the genuineness of their claims:
Admission Letter
School Identity Card (undergraduate) OR Valid ID Card (postgraduate)
Letter of identification from Oba
Letter of identification from Local Government
SSCE result
Lagos State Resident Registration Agency(LASSRA) registration card
Passport Photograph (clear background not older than three months).
Progress report from school stating results clearly
It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information, and to access the 'Apply Now' button to complete your application.

DEADLINES:
The sale of application forms has commenced. Application deadline is Friday 15 December 2017

PLEASE NOTE:
Short-listed candidates for the qualifying test on 12th and 13th April, 2016 will be invited by email addresses are properly entered into the e-forms on the portal.

The Local Scholarship Award, offered by the Lagos state government via its State Scholarship Board, is for prospective students of Lagos State origin except otherwise directed by His Excellency, the Governor of Lagos state. The scholarship award was resuscitated in 2002. Students should be on full-time and not part-time studies to benefit from these awards.

The Lagos State Scholarship Board (LSSB) is one of the earliest agencies established shortly after the creation of the state. It was constituted through Executive Council Memorandum No LSEC (68) as an advisory and implementation organ on Scholarship awards. The LSSB administers both the Lagos State Local and Foreign Scholarship Awards.

Application Deadline: 15 December 2017
Open to International Applicants: No (Lagos State Indigenes)

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Shell SPDC University Scholarship Award Scheme for Undergraduate Nigerians

Shell Nigeria Joint Venture University Scholarship Scheme

Course(s) Offered: Any field 
Course Level: Undergraduate (all degree programs)
Provider: SPDC Joint Venture
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC) Scholarship Scheme offers first year students in all Nigerian universities the opportunity to study with an annual grant from the SPDC Joint Venture for the full duration of their course. 

Launched in 1960, this post-secondary scheme is open to all Nigerians studying degree programmes in Nigerian universities. The programme aims to promote academic excellence and improve skills-base among young Nigerians. SPDC is the operator of the NNPC/SHELL/TEPN/AGIP Joint Venture.

The scholarship is offered in two categories – the National Merit Award (NM) and the Areas of Operation Merit Award (OM).

Eligibility 
WHO CAN APPLY?

1. For National Merit Award (NM) --- Open to ALL Nigerians.
2. For Areas of Operation Merit Award (OM) --- Opens to Nigerians who are indigenes of SPDC's operational ares in Abia, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo and Rivers states.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL APPLICANTS:
Eligible applicants must:

• Be citizens of Nigeria, currently enrolled in an accredited and approved university in Nigeria.
• Have gained admission during the 2015/2016 academic session, and pursuing a first degree programme.
• Have a minimum of seven O/Levels credits, including Mathematics and English.
• Be enrolled full‐time, in a university in Nigeria at the undergraduate level with a minimum grade point average of 2.5 at the time of application (attach transcripts or official records).

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria

Participating Institutions
All accredited and approved Nigerian universities and institutions of higher learning

Fields of study
Any undergraduate level course of study offered at participating institutions

Number of awards
Several - but specific number not specified by provider

Sponsorship duration
For the complete and full duration of the successful applicant's course

Scholarship benefits
Opportunity to study with an annual grant for the full duration of your course

Method of Application
1). All applicants should have their personal valid email accounts (for consistent communication).

2). Candidates who meet the above entry qualifications should apply online at www.shellnigeria.com, provide the required personal and educational details, and load scanned copies of the following:

• A recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant (i.e. jpeg format, not more than 200kilobytes);
• University or JAMB (UTME or D/E) Admission Letter;
• Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) Scores;
• ‘O’ Level Result(s); and ‘A’ Level /OND /NCE Result(s) as applicable; and
• Letter of Identification from State (showing Local Government) of Origin.

3). Scanned copies of letters of identification, (which must be duly stamped and signed) by:

• The Paramount Ruler of the Community; and
• The Chairman of the Community Development or Executive Council (CDC or CEC) is also required of applicants for the Operational Area Awards (OE & OW). The letters should be addressed to The Manager, Social Investment, Shell Petroleum Development Company, Prodeco 5, Room 10, Shell Industrial Area, Rumubiakani, Port Harcourt.

It is important to carefully read through the Application Details(pdf), and also visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information. To start your electronic application, visit this page: SEPCiN University Scholarship Application. 

DEADLINES:
Applications should be submitted online before Friday 2nd December, 2016.

PLEASE NOTE:
Multiple applications attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Shell does not demand payment from applicants. The application is entirely FREE of charge. Shell does not assign ‘Representatives’/‘Agents’ to assist applicants’ process applications.

SPDC’s scholarship programmes are as advertised in national newspapers and on the company website www.shell.com.ng wherein prospective candidates are advised on the medium of submission of applications. These applications are then processed by SPDC and the outcome communicated directly to the candidates.

Please be guided accordingly

Application Deadline: 2 December 2016
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Nigerians)

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PTDF Scholarships for Undergraduate, Masters and PhD Nigerian Students

PTDF Scholarships for Undergraduate, Masters and PhD Nigerian Students

PTDF Scholarships for Nigerians 

Course(s) Offered: Approved fields
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate (Masters, PhD)
Provider: Petroleum Technology Development Fund
Country to Study in: Nigeria, Europe (UK, Germany, France), Brazil, USA

Scholarship Description
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) offers the PTDF Scholarships scheme for Undergraduate, Masters and PhD students to study in Nigeria and Overseas.

The PTDF aims to train Nigerians to qualify as graduates, professionals, technicians and craftsmen in the field of engineering, geology, science and management in the oil and gas industry in Nigeria or abroad. PTDF has a vision to serve not only as a vessel for the development of indigenous manpower and technology transfer/acquisition in the petroleum industry but also to make Nigeria a human resource centre for the West African sub-region. 

To ensure a steadfast implementation of this mandate, PTDF scholarships is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for Overseas and in-Country MSc and PhD Scholarships. Awards will be granted for studies in the 2017/2018 academic session in the United Kingdom, Germany, Brazil, France (Grenoble INP), USA as well as PTDF upgraded Universities in Nigeria. However, the Undergraduate level will be awarded for studies in Nigeria only on subject areas listed below.

Eligibility
Students interested in the PTDF scholarships must fulfill the following:

A). Undergraduate (Nigeria Only)

1. Possession of 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO including English Language and Mathematics
2. Must have concluded the 1st year of their study in any of the PTDF upgraded Federal Universities listed below.
3. Must have scored a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on scale of 5 or 4.5 on a scale of 7 in their 1st Year.
4. Must scan and attach a copy of their admission letter
5. Students admitted into the University through Direct Entry i.e. 200 level must have either of the following:
   
   • Minimum of Upper Credit at the Diploma level
   • Minimum of 10 points in interim Joint Matriculation Board (I.J.M.B) examination.
   • Minimum of 8 points at the Advanced Level General Certificate of Education (G.C.E). 

B). MSc (OSS And LSS)

1. A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field OR a 2.2 with oil and gas industry experience
2. National Youth Service (NYSC) certificate.
3. Applicants must be computer literate.
4. Possession of O/level with Credit in English Language; At least C6 in WAEC/SSCE or C4 and above in NECO.
5. Applicants must not be above 30 years of age.

Applicants for OSS must be in possession of the following:

1. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (USA).
2. G.R.E (Graduate Record Examination) (USA).
3. GMAT – for Management related courses (USA).
4. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) (UK).

C). PhD (OSS And LSS)

1. A minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in an Oil and Gas related field OR a 2.2 with oil and gas industry experience;
2. National Youth Service (NYSC) certificate;
3. Applicants must be computer literate;
4. Possession of O/level with Credit in English Language; (At least C6 in WAEC/SSCE or C4 and above in NECO); and
5. Employment in the academics in reputable Nigerian Institution, teaching oil and gas related disciplines;
6. A minimum of 2.2 in their first degree and a minimum of merit as a second degree certificate in an oil and gas related discipline;
7. Submit a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (of not more than 5 pages) to include: Topic, introduction, objective, methodology relevance to the industry and mode of data collection;
8. Possess a valid admission letter; and
9. Must not be over 40 years of age

=> Split-site PhD Programme
For information on the Split-Site PhD Programme, please click here.

Eligible Nigerian Universities
Selected Universities abroad (in the UK, Germany, Brazil, France and the United States); AND 
All Nigerian Federal Universities and Centres of Excellence offering relevant courses

Fields of study
Scholarships will be offered for admission into approved courses (for overseas MSc). Candidates are advised, to apply for admission into Universities in the UK, Germany, Brazil, France and the United States that offer those courses, while applying for the PTDF Scholarship. Please see official website (link to it is below) for list of approved courses for overseas MSc.

The Local Scholarship Scheme applicants can apply to all Federal Universities and Centres of Excellence in courses relevant to the Oil & Gas Industry.

The PhD research areas in addition to the afore-mentioned approved MSc program areas may also include any of several related areas. Please see official website (link to it is below) for more.

Sponsorship Duration
Covers whole duration of study. However, duration of the PhD award is limited to a maximum of thirty-six (36) months ONLY

Scholarship benefits
This is a FULL scholarship

Method of Application
Application Forms can be accessed online at the APPLICATION WEBSITE using an ATM (Interswitch, Master & Visa) card or through purchase of a scratch card from designated main branches of First Bank of Nigeria Plc in all the 36 States and FCT, upon payment of a NON-REFUNDABLE sum of N1,000 (One Thousand Naira Only). Instructions on how to access the form online is clearly stated on the backside of the cards.

DOCUMENTS TO SCAN AND ATTACH TO THE APPLICATION FORM:
Applicants are advised to scan copies of the following documents and attach to their online application forms:

1. First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
2. NYSC discharge certificate
3. WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO Results
4. Two Recent Passport Photographs
5. Local Government Identification Letter
6. Master’s Degree Certificate (PhD Applicants only)
7. Admission Letter (PhD Applicants)

DEADLINES:
Applications opened on 1st November 2016. The closing date for all applications is 31st December 2016

PLEASE NOTE:
POSSESSION OF A VALID UNIVERSITY ADMISSION LETTER IS COMPULSORY FOR LSS (UNDERGRADUATES, MSC & PHD) APPLICANTS TO THE PTDF SCHOLARSHIPS.

Applicants may please note that only those who meet the eligibility requirements above shall be shortlisted and invited for a Computer Based Aptitude Test, in the case of Master’s, while oral interview will be conducted for PhD applicants (full time and Split-site) on dates to be announced later. Following the aptitude tests and interview, the best qualified candidates will be selected and awarded the PTDF Scholarship.

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is a parastatal of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources established by Decree 25 of 1973 for the purpose of developing and promoting petroleum technology and for creating the manpower needs of the oil and gas industry through research and training of Nigerians.

Application Deadline: 31 December 2016
Open to International Applicants: No (only Nigerians)

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Apply for Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2016

Apply for Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) Recruitment 2016

Nigerian Ports Authority is wholly owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Transport. It has the responsibility of providing specific seaport and harbour services for the country’s Maritime industry. The statutory functions of the Authority are as follows:

• Provision and operation of cargo handling and quay facilities
• Pilotage and sewage services
• Supply of water and fuel to vessels at anchorage or mooring buoys
• Repair and maintenance of vessels
• Dredging and contact dredging of water ways
• Navigation lighting of the ports and
• Other ancillary services

Applications are hereby invited from interested and suitably qualified candidates for the following job vacancies at The Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) 2016:

1. PILOT TRAINEE (Salary Scale: JSS 2) (GL 06)
2. MARINE ENGINEERING TRAINEE (Salary Scale: JSS2) (GL 06)
3. TRAINEE SEAMAN (Salary Scale: JSS3) (GL 04)
4. SIGNALMAN- IN –TRAINING (Salary Scale: JSS3) (GL 04)
5. RADIO OFFICER 11
6. ASST. MANAGER RADIO (Salary Scale: SSS1) (GL12)
7. MARINE OFFICER 11 (Salary Scale: SSS4) (GL 08)
8. SENIOR MARINE OFFICER /ENGINEER (Salary Scale: SSS2) (GL10)
9. ASST. MANAGER HARBOURS (Salary Scale: SSS1) (GL 12)

For Deltails and application visit the link below:
TO APPLY CLICK HERE

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Diamond Bank Building Entrepreneurs Today (BET6) Business Grant (Get N3 Million plus 6months Training)

Diamond Bank Building Entrepreneurs Today (BET6) Business Grant (Get N3 Million plus 6months Training)

Building Entrepreneurs Today (BET) Business Grant

Course(s) Offered: Innovations, Businesses
Course Level: Capacity building / Training
Provider: Diamond Bank Ltd
Country to Study in: Nigeria

Scholarship Description
Do you have an innovative business that needs funding? The Building Entrepreneurs Today (BET) is designed to support budding entrepreneurs.

BET marks a great opportunity for entrepreneurs all over Nigeria to present their businesses and innovations and have the opportunity of being selected as one of the top 50 businesses that will be provided with extensive training, mentoring and advisory by the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of the Pan African University, with the top 5 businesses winning 3 Million naira each.

The first phase of the BET programme was in 2010 with Diamond Bank empowering 5 entrepreneurs with growth capitals of N3 million each. Now in its sixth edition, BET6, the programme has developed a brand personality of its own and attained both local and international recognition.

Eligibility
Application to the BET programme is open to the general public, however, the selection criteria must be met.

Selection Criteria:

• Applicant must have a fully functional business (at least 3months in operations)
• Applicant MUST not have attended any entrepreneurial Management program at EDC.
• The business must have high growth potential.

Eligible groups
Citizens of Nigeria

Participating Institutions
Diamond Bank, Nigeria; AND
Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), The Pan African University, Lagos.

Fields and Industries
This year’s edition has been streamlined to 3 key sectors:

• Education,
• Healthcare and
• Agriculture.

These three sectors are important for any growing economy and providing capacity training and financial support for entrepreneurs in these sectors will impact the economy significantly especially as the country takes significant steps to diversify the economy and grow the non-oil sector.

In past years, opportunities were offered to entrepreneurs in fashion and lifestyle, agriculture, and information and communication technology.

Sponsorship duration
This programme offers a ONE-TIME financial grant. However, the best 50 entrepreneurs will partake in a 6 months intensive entrepreneurial/business training

Scholarship benefits
The top 50 selected businesses will be provided with extensive training, mentoring and advisory by the Enterprise Development Centre with the top 5 businesses winning 3 Million naira each.

Method of Application
To apply, follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Sign Up: Register and create a free account. Click Here to Start.
2. Upload: Upload your 60 secs video. Update your Registration by filling your BET online application and include your YouTube link
3. Follow: Once you have successfully submitted your entry, get all your friends to vote.

The top 300 entries will be contacted. Please visit the official Diamond Bank BET website (link to it is below) for complete details and to apply online.

DEADLINES:
The submission period is currently ongoing

PLEASE NOTE:
Lots of people will be voting for their favorite entry so make sure your video is fun, creative or innovative

Building Entrepreneurs Today (BET) programme is one of Diamond Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives aimed at generating interest in entrepreneurship. Since 2010, the Bank has partnered with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) of the Pan Atlantic University in training and nurturing micro, small and medium scale businesses under the BET programme.

The BET programme is an annual capacity building and business education project which involves the training of fifty (50) budding entrepreneurs over a period of six (6) months after which the top five (5) entrepreneurs are awarded Three Million Naira (N 3,000,000) grants to take their businesses to the next level. This annual initiative has contributed immensely to the pool of skilled small and medium scale entrepreneurs as well as enduring wealth creation in the country.

The Enterprise Development Centre (EDC) is a leading enterprise centre in Nigeria and indeed within the African continent. Established as a University connected enterprise center in 2003, EDC is a unit of the Pan-Atlantic University that provides a holistic approach to enterprise development.

Diamond Bank Plc., is a full-service Nigerian bank. It is one of the twenty-five (25) licensed commercial banks in the country.

Application Deadline: Ongoing
Open to International Applicants: No (ONLY Nigerians)

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