Egbin Power awards scholarships to students in host communities

Egbin Power, the electricity generation company in Lagos, has continued its annual scholarship programme for students in the communities where it operates. This was highlighted at the 11th edition of the scholarship award ceremony held at the Egbin Power Clubhouse Auditorium in Ikorodu, Lagos, according to a statement released to PUNCH Online.

The programme aims to provide educational support to students from these communities and promote their academic development. High Chief Babatunde Ogunmuyiwa, representing the Alajede of Ijede Kingdom, lauded the company for its continued commitment to the programme, stating that it had changed the trajectory for many students and families.

Wahab Bello, speaking for six Community Liaison Officers, echoed the sentiment, praising Egbin Power for investing in education and expressing hope that the scholarship would remain a constant for the benefit of the communities. The Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, reaffirmed the company's dedication to supporting education and long-term investment in young people, stating that education is a powerful tool for change and that the scholarship programme is a part of the company's broader community development initiatives in education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and infrastructure.