Kogi State disburses N646.8 million for student bursary allowance

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Governor Usman Ododo initiated the second season of the student support program in Kogi State, disbursing N646.8 million in bursary allowances to 20,347 verified students in tertiary institutions. The program revived a scheme last paid in 2019, with allowances increased from N12,000 to N30,000 for undergraduates and N18,000 to N75,000 for medical students. The administration also abolished the previous practice requiring students to pay N650 for portal access.

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The disbursement represents a significant injection of state funds into the tertiary education sector and the local economy. The program, which was recommenced in 2024, demonstrates the administration's commitment to youth employment and education, aligning with the state's broader economic development agenda.

Kogi State projects are receiving counterpart funding from the World Bank, which is prioritized under the Governor's economic development agenda.

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