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NDDC Local Master’s Postgraduate Scholarship 2025/2026

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📢 Call for Applications

NDDC Local Master’s Postgraduate Scholarship 2025/2026

The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is pleased to announce the Local Master’s Postgraduate Scholarship Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. This initiative is part of NDDC’s ongoing commitment to human capital development within the Niger Delta region.

🎯 Objectives & Scope

  • Strengthen local capacity by supporting Master’s degree studies in accredited Nigerian universities. (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

  • Foster academic and professional excellence in disciplines critical to regional and national development. (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

  • Curb brain drain by promoting quality higher education within Nigeria.

🗺️ Eligible States

Open to indigenes of the nine Niger Delta states:

  • Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and Rivers (deroundtable.com)

🧑‍🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

Requirement Details
Original Hometown Must be an indigene of a Niger Delta state (deroundtable.com)
Age Limit ≤ 40 years old
Academic Qualifications At least Second Class Lower in Bachelor’s or HND (Upper Credit) or PGD
Admission Status Must hold provisional or full admission into an accredited Nigerian university for a Master’s degree
NYSC Certificate Full NYSC completion (discharge/exemption) required

🎓 Approved Fields of Study

Priority will be given to candidates in these disciplines:

  • Agricultural Sciences

  • Architecture

  • Engineering

  • Environmental & Earth Sciences

  • Geosciences

  • Information Technology

  • Law

  • Management & Social Sciences

  • Medical & Health Sciences

  • Humanities (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

💼 Scholarship Coverage

A fully funded package provided to awardees includes:

  • Full tuition at Nigerian universities

  • Monthly stipend for living expenses

  • Research/project allowance

  • Grants for books and learning materials

  • Medical insurance (deroundtable.com)

🛠 Application Process

  1. Online Application
    Visit the NDDC Scholarship Portal: www.nddc.gov.ng or scholarship.nddc.gov.ng to register and submit your form (opportunitiesforafricans.com).

  2. Required Documents (scan and upload):

    • Recent passport photograph

    • Local Government Identification Letter or state of origin certificate

    • Bachelor’s/HND/PGD certificates and transcripts

    • NYSC discharge/exemption certificate

    • University admission letter (Master’s) (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

  3. Shortlisting & Screening

    • Preliminary shortlisting based on academic records, LGA ID, and WASSCE/NECO results (opportunitiesforafricans.com).

    • Computer-Based Test (CBT): Shortlisted candidates will take it in centres across Akwa Ibom, Delta, and Rivers States. A minimum score of 70% is required to proceed (opportunitiesforafricans.com).

  4. Verification & Interview

    • Final stage includes oral interviews and verification via Local Government Areas and Community Development Committees (opportunitiesforafricans.com).

📅 Timeline & Deadlines

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Ineligible or incomplete applications will not receive communication. NDDC will contact only shortlisted candidates.

  • Preference is reserved for candidates from oil-producing communities/LGAs, where candidates meet cutoff scores. (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

  • No deferment, change of course, or change of institution is allowed after selection. (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

  • The Commission’s decision is final.

ℹ️ Contact Information

  • Director, Education, Health & Social Services, NDDC

  • 📞 +234 913 780 6550 | +234 904 940 9391

  • 📧 [email protected] (opportunitiesforafricans.com)

📌 CALL TO ACTION
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early, meet all eligibility criteria, and upload clear, certified documents. This is a golden opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree locally at no cost.

Apply now and invest in your future—for deeper knowledge, professional growth, and regional development.


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