Are you a parent, guardian, or educator in Rivers State looking for an incredible opportunity to fund a child’s secondary education? The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited is calling for applications for its Post-Primary Scholarship Scheme (PPSS).
As part of its ongoing commitment to social investment in education, NLNG designed this scheme to support high-performing Basic Six pupils from public primary schools. Specifically targeted at indigene pupils within NLNG host communities, this award provides a direct pathway to quality secondary education.
Here is everything you need to know to successfully prepare and submit an application.
🎯 Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
Before starting the application process, ensure the pupil meets the following strict requirements:
- Education Level: Must currently be a Basic Six pupil in a public primary school within Rivers State.
- Origin: Must be an indigene of an NLNG host community.
- Age Limit: The applicant must not be below 10 years and must not exceed 12 years of age.
- Exclusivity: Applicants must not be current beneficiaries of any other scholarship awards.
- Affiliation: Applicants must not be related to any NLNG staff.
📄 Required Documents for Application
To ensure a smooth registration, gather clear, scanned PDF copies of the following documents beforehand:
- Academic Results: First, second, and third-term results for Basic 4, Basic 5, and Basic 6.
- Birth Certificate: A valid birth certificate issued by the National Population Commission (NPC).
- School Attestation: An attestation letter officially stamped and signed by the headmaster/headmistress of the pupil’s current school.
- Indigene Confirmation: A letter confirming indigene status, signed by the Community Development Committee (CDC) Chairman or a recognized Community Chief.
- LGA Identification: A valid Local Government Area (LGA) identification letter.
- Passport Photograph: A recent passport photograph (taken within the last 3 months, with no glasses).
Note: Applicants must also secure provisional admission to one of the NLNG partner secondary schools. Please check local newspapers or official NLNG social media pages for the current list of partner schools, as well as the official opening dates and deadlines.
💻 Step-by-Step Application Guide
Ready to apply? Follow these simple steps to submit an application on the NLNG portal:
- Visit the Portal: Go to the official application site at https://nlngscholarships.smapply.io/prog/ppss and click on “Register” to create a new account.
- Verify Your Email: Enter the required registration details. Check your email inbox for a verification link and click it to activate your account.
- Locate the Program: Log into your newly created account, click on “View Programs”, scroll to find the “Post Primary Scholarship Scheme”, and click the “More” button.
- Complete the Form: Fill out all required sections carefully.
- Upload Documents: Upload all the required scanned PDF documents listed above and submit the application.
✍️ Additional Information on the Selection Test
- Test Format: The scholarship selection test is a paper-based examination.
- Locations: The exams will be held at designated test centres located in Port Harcourt and Bonny.
- Inclusivity: Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) are highly encouraged to apply. Reasonable adjustments and accommodations can be requested to ensure a fair testing environment.
Securing funding for secondary education is a massive stepping stone toward a bright future. Gather your documents, verify your eligibility, and submit your application before the deadline!
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