Dangote Cement Plc, Okpella Plant, Edo State, has awarded scholarships to 80 students and commissioned four 500KVA transformers as part of efforts to support education and improve electricity supply in its host communities.
The projects, implemented under the company’s Community Development Agreement, were unveiled on Thursday, October 29, 2026, with traditional rulers, community leaders, students, parents, government representatives and company officials in attendance.
The scholarship scheme covers 60 undergraduates studying at various tertiary institutions across the country and 20 secondary school students from the company’s host communities.
While each undergraduate received N500,000, the secondary school beneficiaries were awarded N100,000 each to support their educational expenses.
Speaking at the event, the Social Performance Manager of Dangote Cement, Okpella Plant, Daniel Obamina, said the initiative was designed to promote education and create opportunities for young people.
He said, “Dangote Cement believes that education is a powerful catalyst for development. Through this scholarship
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