The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced an increase in scholarship and bursary funds for students of Lagos State in tertiary institutions across the country.
The Governor made the announcement during an interactive session with the student union leaders and stakeholders on Tuesday at the Adeyemi Beso Auditorium in Lagos State secretariat Alausa.
Sanwo-Olu who also posted the announcement on his X handle said that “scholarships will now be extended to less privileged and physically challenged students in public tertiary institutions, regardless of their origin.
“As part of my commitment to youth development, I have also appointed four former Students Union leaders as Senior Special Assistants.
“Constructive engagement with students to get feedback and suggestions so as to enhance infrastructure in public institutions and create a conducive environment for learning and growth is very important.
“It is crucial to build a strong relationship between students, universities, and the government for a sustainable ecosystem and positive development.”
