The Opekete Foundation is delighted to announce the commencement of applications for the 2026 Florence Bamidele MakanjuOla Scholarship.
The FBM Scholarship offers a sum of ₦1 million to support secondary school and tertiary institution students in Nigeria creating learning and economic empowerment opportunities.
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the FBM Scholarship, you must:
A female Nigerian Citizen
Have gained admission/ or currently enrolled into a public university or Senior Secondary School while applying for this opportunity.
Applicants must be attending or intending to attend a public or federal government owned Senior Secondary School or University
Intending and/or willing to study Teaching Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics (STEM) or Nursing in the University
Academic Qualifications
Secondary School Applicants
Minimum of 5 Distinctions (A or B) in English, Mathematics and any other 3 major subjects in Junior WAEC (Secondary applicants)
University Applicants
Minimum of 5 Distinctions (A1- B3) in English, Mathematics and any other 3 major subjects in WAEC / NECO at one sitting
Meet the required cut-off score in JAMB for the course and school applied to.
Benefits
Secondary School Students
Maximum of ₦350,000 per annum for each student.
University Students
Maximum of ₦650,000 per annum for each student.
Method of Application
click here to apply now and upload your supporting documents.
The application closes on the 22nd of May 2026 to allow people to get their results.
The submissions shall be screened by an independent consultant.
The Announcement of Awardees shall be made in July 2026.
Click Here to Apply
Application Deadline: May 22, 2026.