The Honourable Minister of Education, Malam Adamu Adamu, has invited all candidates who completed the 2021 Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) application via the Electronic Application System (EAS) to attend the mandatory nomination interview in Abuja.
Only applicants who selected the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) as their nominating agency and met all requirements in the 2021 CSFP Prospectus are eligible to attend.
2021 CSFP Interview Schedule and Venue
All interviews will take place at RoseBud Hotel (former Nanet Suites), Opposite Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja according to the zonal timetable below:
| Date and Time | Activity | Candidate's Zone of Origin | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, 2nd February 2021 10:00 am to 11:30 am 12:30 pm to 6:00 pm | Opening Ceremony, Accreditation, and Interview | South West, North West, and North East | RoseBud Hotel, Abuja |
| Wednesday, 3rd February 2021 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Accreditation and Interview | South East, North Central, and South-South | RoseBud Hotel, Abuja |
| Thursday, 4th February 2021 9:00 am to 6:00 pm | Collation of Scores/Results, Submission of Reports, and Closing | Director/Secretary, FSB, Abuja | RoseBud Hotel, Abuja |
Required Documents for the Interview
You must bring the following items to be accredited for the interview:
- Two (2) hard copies of your completed EAS application form.
- All original academic credentials alongside two (2) photocopies of each.
- Proof of submission of three (3) referees' reports.
- Proof of Supporting Statement from a UK Supervisor (where applicable).
- Original academic transcripts.
- Original and photocopy of your NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- Medical Certificate of Fitness obtained from a Government Hospital.
- Two (2) passport-sized photographs.
- Evidence of any special awards, prizes, academic publications, and a sample of your work.
Mandatory Guidelines to Keep in Mind
- Strict Eligibility: Do not bother attending the interview if you do not have a minimum of a Second Class Upper (2:1) degree, an NYSC discharge/exemption certificate, and an admission offer from a listed UK university on the Commonwealth portal.
- Zonal Compliance: You must attend on the exact date scheduled for your geopolitical zone of origin. No make-up interview will be conducted if you miss your slot.
- Foreign Certificates: Any degree obtained outside Nigeria must be accompanied by an official English translation and evaluation report.
- Referee Tracking: Monitor your online application portal before the interview date to confirm that your referees have submitted their responses.
Official Enquiries
For further assistance, contact the Director/Secretary of the Federal Scholarship Board via email at fsb@education.gov.ng or call 08034394752 or 09082454557.
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