What Is the Lagos State Scholarship and Bursary Awards?
The Lagos State Scholarship and Bursary Awards is an annual financial aid programme administered by the Lagos State Scholarship Board (LSSB), operating under the Lagos State Ministry of Education. Established to reduce the financial burden on students from Lagos State, the scheme provides cash grants to academically deserving indigenes enrolled in tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
For the 2025/2026 cycle, the Lagos State Government disbursed over ₦375 million across two categories: the merit-based scholarship and the bursary award. This makes it one of the most funded state-level scholarship schemes in Nigeria.
Types of Awards Available
1. Lagos State Scholarship Award
This is a merit-based award for outstanding students with high academic performance. It is more competitive and targets students with exceptional CGPA or examination scores at their institution.
2. Lagos State Bursary Award
The bursary is a need-based cash grant open to a wider range of Lagos indigene students currently enrolled in accredited Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The bursary does not require as high an academic threshold as the scholarship award.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Lagos State Scholarship and Bursary Awards, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Must be a Lagos State indigene by paternity (your father must be from Lagos State)
- Must be currently enrolled full-time in a Nigerian government-approved or accredited tertiary institution
- Must be studying in Nigeria (not abroad, for the standard award)
- Must not be receiving another state or federal scholarship simultaneously
- Must produce a letter of identification from your Local Government Area (LGA) in Lagos State
- Must have a valid student ID from your institution
Required Documents
Gather the following documents before beginning your application:
- Valid means of identification (National ID, voter’s card, or international passport)
- Lagos State origin letter / certificate of indigeneship
- Local Government identification letter
- Admission letter from your tertiary institution
- Current student ID card
- Most recent academic transcript or result
- Passport photograph (white background)
- Bank account details (must be in your name)
- JAMB admission letter (for undergraduates)
How to Apply for the Lagos State Scholarship
Applications are submitted online via the official Lagos State Scholarship Board portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official portal at lagosscholarship.org
- Click on “Register” to create a new applicant account using your email address
- Log in and select either Scholarship or Bursary application form
- Fill in your personal details, institution information, and course of study
- Upload all required documents in the specified formats (PDF or JPEG)
- Submit your application before the deadline and save your application reference number
- Check the portal regularly for updates on shortlisting and screening exercise
Important: The 2025/2026 cycle deadline was March 6, 2026. Visit lagosscholarship.org to check when the next application cycle opens.
Award Benefits
Successful awardees receive a cash grant paid directly into their bank account. While the exact amount varies by cycle and category, past disbursements have ranged from:
- Bursary Award: ₦15,000 – ₦30,000 per beneficiary
- Scholarship Award: ₦50,000 – ₦100,000+ for outstanding scholars
The total pool for 2024 was ₦375 million, meaning thousands of students received payments in that cycle.
Tips to Strengthen Your Application
- Apply early — the portal often gets congested close to the deadline
- Double-check that your LGA origin letter is properly stamped and signed
- Make sure your bank account is active and in your own name (not a parent’s account)
- Keep copies of all submitted documents for reference during the screening exercise
- Follow the official Lagos State Scholarship Board on social media for deadline reminders
Contact Information
For enquiries, contact the Lagos State Scholarship Board:
- Website: lagosscholarship.org
- Address: Lagos State Scholarship Board, Block 5 The Secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos
- Email: info@lagosscholarship.org
Related Scholarships for Nigerian Students
If you are a Nigerian student looking for more funding opportunities, check out these related scholarships on our site:
- PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme
- MTN Foundation Scholarship
- NDDC Scholarship for Niger Delta Students
- Shell Nigeria Scholarship
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