The Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour.
Egbin Power has commenced the 11th edition of its annual scholarship programme, with over 250 students from its host communities participating in the 2026 pre-test exercise.
The power generation company said in a statement that the programme would provide free quality education to outstanding students selected from primary and secondary schools across its host communities.
The scholarship scheme, established under what the company called its Personal Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, is aimed at advancing quality education and creating opportunities for young people in the communities.
The company noted that the programme was also in line with Sustainable Development Goal 4, which calls for “inclusive and equitable quality education and the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities for all”.
The 2026 edition will feature an education fair, boot camp, mentorship sessions and playgroup activities designed to improve participants’ academic performance and develop their life skills, discipline, confidence and leadership qualities.
The Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, said the company remained committed to investing in education as a means of supporting development in its host communities.
“As a responsible organisation, we remain committed to accelerating development around us. Education is one of the most powerful and sustainable ways to create that impact, and our scholarship programme is a deliberate investment in the future of our communities.
“At Egbin Power, we believe our responsibility goes beyond generating electricity.
We also have a responsibility to help generate opportunities, nurture potential and enable dreams. Through this programme, we are investing in young people who will become the leaders, professionals and change-makers of tomorrow.
“The legacy we want to build is one of lasting value, where quality education becomes a foundation for individual progress, stronger communities and a better society. This is our commitment to shared success,” Bounour stated.
Beyond the scholarship programme, Egbin Power said it continued to implement corporate social responsibility initiatives covering healthcare, youth empowerment, community infrastructure and human capital development in its host communities.
