Group raises concern over protracted delay in disbursing scholarships to awardees
By Matthew Eloyi
A group under the aegis of the Coalition of Federal Scholarship Board Awardees (CFSBA) has raised concerns over the protracted delay in disbursing scholarships to deserving students.
The coalition, in a letter signed by its Charman, Amb. Lukman Muhammad Sanusi, and addressed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, called on the government to address this issue promptly, emphasizing the crucial role that timely financial assistance plays in ensuring students’ uninterrupted pursuit of higher education.
In the letter, the coalition expressed gratitude to the government for its commitment to education and the empowerment of the nation’s youth. It lauded the government’s vision for a prosperous and educated society but lamented the significant delay in delivering on the promise of scholarships for bright and needy students.
According to the coalition, the delay in scholarship disbursement has placed numerous students and their families in dire financial straits, effectively obstructing their access to higher education and jeopardizing their dreams of a brighter future.
Education, the coalition stressed, is a linchpin of progress, and any hindrance to students’ educational pursuits undermines the foundation of the nation’s development.
The coalition acknowledged the President’s busy schedules and commitments but urged for immediate government intervention and support to rectify this issue.
They highlighted the necessity of scholarships being disbursed promptly, not only for the well-being of the affected students but also for the overall development of the nation.
The letter, while appealing to the government for assistance, expressed the coalition’s trust in the government’s leadership to resolve the matter expediently.
They believe that the timely disbursement of scholarships is not only vital for the affected students but also serves as a testament to the government’s unwavering commitment to education and the welfare of the nation’s youth.
The appeal by the Coalition of Federal Scholarship Board Awardees comes as a resounding call to action, reminding the government of the urgent need to prioritize the timely disbursement of scholarships to students in need.
The impact of such scholarships goes beyond individual students; it contributes to the overall development and progress of the nation by investing in the education of its youth.
As the government contemplates its response, the affected students and their families hope for a swift resolution to this pressing issue, ensuring that education remains accessible and transformative for all who seek it.
Group raises concern over protracted delay in disbursing scholarships to awardees