- Provider: Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)
- Host country: Nigeria
- Study level: Master’s
- Funding: Fully funded: Covers tuition and related academic costs for Master’s degree programmes in approved fields at recognised Nigerian universities.
- Who can apply: Niger Delta indigenes aged 40 or younger with a relevant Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Lower) or HND (Upper Credit) and a valid Master’s admission letter from a recognised Nigerian university.
- Fields of study: Agricultural Sciences, Architecture, Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Geosciences, Humanities, Information Technology, Law, Management and Social Sciences, Medical Sciences, Education, Biotechnology/Biomedical Science
- Deadline: 8 November 2026
About the scholarship
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) offers the Local Postgraduate Scholarship Programme to support qualified young people from the Niger Delta Region. This initiative aims to enhance professional competencies and specialised skills to contribute to the socio-economic development of the region and Nigeria. The programme aligns with the Federal Government’s Local Content Programme and focuses on disciplines relevant to the region’s developmental needs.
What it covers
The scholarship supports Master’s degree studies in approved fields at recognised Nigerian universities. It is designed to provide opportunities for advanced knowledge acquisition and professional development. The application process is free of charge.
Who can apply
- Indigenes of the Niger Delta Region
- Not older than 40 years
- Possess a relevant Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division
- Applicants with a Higher National Diploma (HND) must have a minimum of Upper Credit and a relevant Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), where applicable
- Possess a valid admission letter for a Master’s degree programme from a recognised Nigerian university
- Possess a valid NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
How to apply
Interested candidates must complete and submit their applications through the official NDDC online application portal before the deadline. The selection process includes preliminary screening, a Computer-Based Test (CBT) with a minimum score of 70%, further shortlisting, and final verification of credentials and indigene status. Applicants must upload clear copies of required documents, including a passport photograph, Local Government Identification Letter, admission letter, academic certificates, NYSC certificate, and birth certificate.
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