The West Africa Oil and Gas Development Programme (WESTAFRICAOIL) has opened applications for its 2025/2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Programme, aimed at supporting Nigerian students in public universities.

The programme, according to the organisers, is designed to provide financial assistance, academic support and learning tools to bright undergraduates to enable them excel in their studies, particularly in science, engineering and technology-related disciplines.

A statement made available on Monday said the scholarship award consists of an annual grant of ₦250,000 as well as the provision of a brand-new laptop to successful applicants to aid their academic performance.

It added that beneficiaries would also enjoy increased opportunities for internship placements, access to development resources, as well as enhanced academic visibility and recognition.

The scholarship is open to Nigerian citizens who are currently in their first or second year of full-time study in approved Nigerian universities.

Eligible candidates must possess a valid University Matriculation Examination (UTME) or University Matriculation Number (UME) that can be fully verified, and must maintain good academic standing throughout the duration of the award.

WESTAFRICAOIL noted that the programme forms part of its broader commitment to capacity building through training, institutional development, scholarships and the promotion of science, engineering and technology across West Africa.

Applicants are required to submit several documents during the application process. These include a completed application form, a recent passport photograph, O’Level and UTME results, Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and university admission letters, a valid university identity card, birth certificate issued by the National Population Commission (NPC), a local government identification letter and a National Identification Number (NIN) slip.

Interested and qualified candidates are to apply online by visiting the official WESTAFRICAOIL scholarship portal, creating an account with a valid email address, verifying the email, completing the application form and uploading all required documents before final submission.

The deadline for submission of applications has been fixed for Dec. 23, 2025.

WESTAFRICAOIL advised applicants to ensure that all information provided is accurate and that supporting documents are clearly uploaded, as only shortlisted candidates would be contacted for further consideration.