The United Kingdom has awarded scholarships to 68 Nigerians under the Chevening and Commonwealth scholarship programmes to pursue master’s and PhD programmes in the UK in 2026.
This was disclosed at pre-departure ceremonies held in honour of the scholars in Abuja and Lagos on Wednesday.
Of the total number, 12 scholars received Chevening awards, while 56 received Commonwealth scholarships.
Speaking at the Abuja event, Chargée d’Affaires at the British High Commission, Vicky Seymour, congratulated the beneficiaries for scaling the competitive selection process.
Seymour described the scholarships as an investment in both the individuals and Nigeria’s future, urging the scholars to return home and apply their new skills to national development.
She said, “Chevening and Commonwealth Scholars have bright futures, and we see your time in the UK not only as an investment in you as individuals, but also in the future of Nigeria.”
She added that she expected the scholars
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