Barau Jibrin Foundation Scholarship Programme (2025/2026 Session)

Barau Jibrin Foundation Scholarship: Applications are now open for the Barau Jibrin Foundation Domestic Postgraduate Scholarship Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.

This initiative, offered by the Barau Jibrin Foundation, is designed to foster academic excellence and empower deserving graduates from Kano State to achieve their educational and professional aspirations. By expanding access to higher education, the programme aims to create a skilled workforce equipped to address local and global challenges.

Building on the success of sponsoring 70 students for master’s programs abroad, the Barau Jibrin Foundation will now support 300 exceptional graduates to pursue their postgraduate studies in top universities across Nigeria.

Selected Universities – Barau Jibrin Foundation Scholarship

Scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to study at the following prestigious institutions:

1. Bayero University, Kano
2. Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
3. University of Ibadan
4. University of Nigeria, Nsukka
5. Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife
6. University of Lagos

Programme Details

The scholarship covers postgraduate studies in the following cutting-edge disciplines:

Science and Technology

• M.Sc. Artificial Intelligence
• M.Sc. Robotics Technology
• M.Sc. Cyber Security
• M.Sc. Data Science
• M.Sc. Information Technology
• M.Sc. Software Development

Earth and Environmental Sciences

• M.Sc. Mineral Exploration
• M.Sc. Hydrogeology & Environmental Geology
• M.Sc. Oil and Gas Operations
• M.Sc. Applied Geophysics
• M.Sc. Climate Change Management

Engineering and Material Sciences

• M.Sc. Metallurgical and Material Engineering
• M.Eng. Mechatronics
• M.Eng. Intelligence Systems

Eligibility Criteria – Barau Jibrin Foundation Scholarship

To be considered for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be under 35 years of age
• Hold a first degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fields with a CGPA of 3.5 or above (on a 5.0 scale)
• Possess five O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their applications and required documents via email to baraujibrinscholarship@gmail.com by 30th January, 2025.

Required Documents

Applicants must include the following:

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
• Academic Certificates (Primary, Secondary, and Bachelor’s Degree)
• NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter
• Local Government Area (LGA) and State Indigene Certificates
• Official Academic Transcript
• A well-written Letter of Motivation.

Note: Qualified applicants will be contacted for further screening and evaluation.

About the Major Sponsor

The scholarship programme is sponsored by the Barau Jibrin Foundation. Barau I. Jibrin, CFR, is a prominent Nigerian politician and current Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate. He has been serving as the senator representing Kano North since 2015. Barau Jibrin assumed the position of Deputy Senate President in June 2023, showcasing his leadership and commitment to national development.

Conclusion

The Barau Jibrin Foundation Domestic Postgraduate Scholarship Programme represents a unique opportunity for graduates to further their education in Nigeria’s leading universities. Offered by the Barau Jibrin Foundation, it is a platform to gain advanced knowledge and skills necessary for driving innovation and fostering sustainable development. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply before the deadline to take advantage of this transformative initiative.

For inquiries, contact baraujibrinscholarship@gmail.com.