With the rising cost of education putting pressure on students across Nigeria, the Kwara State Government has stepped in to ease the financial burden.
The state’s scholarship and bursary scheme is designed to give final-year students a helping hand, allowing them to complete their academic journey with confidence and less stress.
Governor Approves Payments for Students
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has officially approved payments for:
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The 2024/2025 bursary award
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The 2023/2024 scholarship award
This initiative specifically targets Kwara State indigenes who are in their final year at state or federally owned tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
It’s an opportunity for students to access financial support that can make a real difference in finishing their studies.
Who Is Eligible
To benefit from the scholarship or bursary, applicants must:
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Be a Kwara State indigene
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Be enrolled in a state or federal government-approved tertiary institution
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Be in their final year of study
Scholarship and Bursary Awards
The scheme provides meaningful support to students:
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Scholarship Award: ₦100,000 (one-time support)
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Bursary Award: ₦10,000 (one-time allowance)
Approved students will receive 100% of their allowances upon confirmation, ensuring immediate financial relief.
Documents You Need to Apply
Applicants should scan and upload the following documents:
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Passport photograph
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Local Government Citizenship Certificate
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Final-year course registration form (stamped by the institution)
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Valid student ID card
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Evidence of NAKLAS/NAKSS due payment
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KWASRRA Number & NAKLAS/NAKSS Receipt (Valid Kwara State Residents Registration Agency certificate required)
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NIN Slip (National Identification Number)
Having these documents ready in PDF, JPEG, or PNG formats will make the application process smooth.
How to Apply
Applying is straightforward if you follow these steps:
1. Account Login
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Visit the official application portal
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Log in using your KWASRRA SSID and NIN
Note: A valid KWASRRA registration is required to log in
2. Fill in Your Bio-Data
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Provide personal details such as full name, date of birth, gender, and contact information
3. Enter Academic Details
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Include your institution’s name, course of study, year of admission, and current level
4. Upload Required Documents
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Upload all scanned documents, ensuring they meet format requirements (PDF, JPEG, or PNG)
5. Review Your Application
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Carefully cross-check all information for accuracy to avoid delays
6. Submit Your Application
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Click Submit Application to finalize
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Download and keep a copy of your submitted form for reference
Pro Tip: Don’t wait until the last minute — the deadline is September 18, 2025. Apply early to secure your spot and avoid any last-minute rush.