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Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) Approves ₦26.9m Tertiary Scholarship

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Emmanuel Charles

Senior Admissions Analyst

March 22, 2021

The Chairman of the Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC), Mr. Abdullahi Candido, has announced the approval of ₦26.9 million for the disbursement of scholarships to tertiary institution students in the council.

AMAC approves N26.9m scholarship for tertiary students

Both Indigenes and Non-Indigenes Included

  • Speaking at a media retreat in Keffi, Nasarawa State, on Thursday, March 18, 2021, Mr. Candido disclosed that the scholarship scheme covers both indigenes and non-indigenes residing in AMAC, with disbursement scheduled to commence in May 2021.
  • He also noted that in 2020, the council facilitated admission for at least 50 students to study science-related courses at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA).
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Aisha Danjuma

Mar 22, 2021

How can a non-indigene student living in AMAC apply for this bursary before May?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Mar 22, 2021

Visit the Education and Social Development Department at the AMAC Secretariat in Area 10, Garki, Abuja, with your school ID card, admission letter, and proof of residence in AMAC to verify your status on the disbursement list, Aisha.

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