NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme 2025

In a continued effort to support education and youth development in Nigeria, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) in partnership with Mobil Producing Nigeria (MPN), through the Emoimee Foundation, has announced the commencement of the 2025 NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme.

This prestigious scholarship opportunity is designed to provide financial assistance to qualified undergraduate students, particularly those from the Ikot Abasi Local Government Area (LGA) of Akwa Ibom State. With an annual value of ₦400,000 per recipient, the scheme aims to encourage academic excellence, empower young Nigerians, and promote community development through education.

Overview of the Scholarship Scheme

The NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme is one of the most anticipated undergraduate scholarships in Nigeria. Sponsored by the NNPC and Mobil Producing Nigeria (an ExxonMobil subsidiary), and administered through the Emoimee Foundation, the program provides substantial financial support to help students pursue their educational dreams without the burden of tuition and other academic expenses.

This annual scholarship targets exceptional students who demonstrate strong academic performance, good character, and a genuine commitment to contributing positively to their communities.

Scholarship Value and Duration

Each successful candidate will receive a ₦400,000 annual award, which covers tuition fees, accommodation, textbooks, and other academic-related expenses.

The award is renewable every academic year until the recipient’s graduation, provided that the student continues to maintain the required academic performance and complies with the scheme’s conditions.

Eligibility Requirements

To be considered for the 2025 NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Indigene Requirement:
   • Applicants must be indigenes of Ikot Abasi Local Government Area (LGA) in Akwa Ibom State. Proof of origin (such as an LGA identification certificate or letter of origin) is required.
2. Institutional Requirement:
   • Candidates must be currently enrolled in a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution — either a university, polytechnic, college of education, or college of nursing (public or private).
3. Academic Requirement:
   • Applicants must have completed at least one full academic session before applying.
   • Minimum academic qualifications include:
     • Universities: Minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) CGPA.
     • Polytechnics or Colleges of Nursing: Minimum of Upper Credit.
     • Colleges of Education: Minimum of Merit grade.
4. Character and Conduct:
   • Applicants must demonstrate good behavior and must not belong to any secret or cult group.
   • The scheme emphasizes that beneficiaries must be students of good moral standing and conduct themselves in ways that reflect positively on their communities.
5. Exclusivity:
   • Candidates currently benefiting from any other scholarship award are not eligible to apply.

Application Guidelines

Interested and qualified students are required to submit their applications through the official Emoimee Foundation scholarship portal. Applicants must ensure that they provide accurate personal, academic, and contact information.

Key documents typically required include:

• Recent passport photograph.
• Admission letter or student ID card.
• Most recent academic result or transcript.
• Certificate of origin from Ikot Abasi LGA.
• Recommendation letter from a community leader, local government official, or academic advisor.

All applications must be submitted before the deadline of November 29, 2025. Late submissions will not be considered.

Selection Process

The selection process for the NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme is transparent and merit-based. After the application deadline, all submissions will undergo a rigorous screening to verify eligibility and authenticity of documents.

Shortlisted candidates will then be invited for further assessments, which may include interviews or aptitude tests. Final selections will be based on academic merit, verification of documents, and compliance with eligibility criteria.

Scholarship Renewal Conditions

The scholarship award is renewable annually, but recipients must continue to:

• Maintain the required minimum academic performance as stipulated for their category of study.
• Submit academic results at the beginning of each new session.
• Exhibit good behavior and discipline throughout their course of study.

Any breach of these conditions, such as poor academic performance, involvement in misconduct, or providing false information, will lead to immediate termination of the award.

Impact of the Emoimee Scholarship Scheme

The NNPC/MPN JV Emoimee Scholarship Scheme is not just about financial aid—it’s a transformative initiative that has changed the lives of many students from Ikot Abasi LGA over the years.

By easing the financial burden of tertiary education, the scholarship enables students to focus on their studies, develop essential skills, and contribute meaningfully to their families and communities. It also underscores the joint venture’s commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainable community development.

Through this scholarship, NNPC and MPN continue to demonstrate their dedication to empowering the next generation of leaders, engineers, scientists, and innovators in Nigeria.

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