The Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Board (ESSELB) has officially opened its application portal for the 2025/2026 academic session. This fully funded initiative aims to empower Enugu State indigenes by covering tuition fees for students pursuing Undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD degrees in recognized tertiary institutions.
Below is a comprehensive guide on the eligibility requirements, scholarship benefits, and the step-by-step application process.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Managing Body: Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Board (ESSELB)
- Eligible Candidates: Indigenes of Enugu State
- Scholarship Categories: Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD
- Financial Reward: Full Tuition Scholarship
- Application Deadline: Not Specified
About the Scholarship
The ESSELB Scholarship is designed as an empowerment tool to build a sustainable future for the people of Enugu State. By providing education financing, the board seeks to support academic excellence and ensure a brighter tomorrow for indigenes enrolled in tertiary institutions.
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Scholarship Categories and Benefits
The program is divided into three main categories, each offering specific support:
1. Undergraduate Scholarship
- Target Audience: Students pursuing their first degree.
- Benefit: Financial support covering tuition fees for recognized higher institutions.
2. Postgraduate Scholarship
- Target Audience: Students enrolled in Master’s or PhD programs.
- Benefit: Funding to support the advancement of academic and research careers.
3. Teachers Scholarship
- Target Audience: Teachers seeking further qualifications.
- Benefit: Professional development support to enhance teaching credentials.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the award, applicants must meet the specific requirements for their category:
For Undergraduates:
- Must be a confirmed indigene of Enugu State.
- Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a recognized tertiary institution.
- Must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 or its equivalent.
For Postgraduates:
- Must be a confirmed indigene of Enugu State.
- Must be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD program.
Required Documents
Candidates must scan the following documents into a single PDF file (maximum size: 2MB) before starting the application:
- Completed Application Form.
- Valid means of identification.
- Certificate of Local Government Area (LGA) of Origin.
- Admission Letter from the institution.
- Letter of Acceptance of Admission.
- Attestation Letter from the Traditional Ruler (HRH) of your community.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Interested and qualified candidates should follow these procedures to submit their applications:
- Obtain an Application Voucher:
- Visit the Board Office at: 28 Okpara Avenue, Old CCB Building, Enugu.
- Alternatively, contact the board via phone: 07073256444, 09047567627, or 07070231082.
- Email enquiries can be sent to:
apply@esselb.en.gov.ng.
- Prepare Your Documents:
- Ensure all required documents are gathered and scanned into one PDF file (not exceeding 2MB) to ensure a smooth application process.
- Submit Application:
- Visit the application portal.
- Enter your Voucher Code.
- Complete the application form and upload your documents.
Deadline: Not Specified
