{
  "id": 11212193,
  "title": "Egbin Power awards scholarships to students in host communities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/egbin-power-awards-scholarships-to-students-in-host-communities-11212193",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-01T14:46:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/egbin-power-awards-scholarships-to-students-in-host-communities/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 11th edition of Egbin Power's annual scholarship programme was held at the Egbin Power Clubhouse Auditorium in Ikorodu, Lagos. The scholarship initiative supports students from communities where the company operates, with the aim of promoting academic development. High Chief Babatunde Ogunmuyiwa, representing the Alajede of Ijede Kingdom, praised Egbin Power for sustaining the initiative, stating that it had changed the lives of many students and families. Wahab Bello, speaking on behalf of the Community Liaison Officers, also commended the company for its investment in education, emphasizing that it demonstrated a commitment to the future of children and the development of host communities. Egbin Power CEO Mokhtar Bounour emphasized the company's dedication to supporting education and expanding opportunities for young people, highlighting the importance of education as a tool for change. Scholarship recipients, including Royalty Olasunkanmi and Mercy, expressed their gratitude for the support and encouraged other students to work harder academically. The scholarship programme is part of Egbin Power's ongoing community development initiatives in education, healthcare, youth empowerment, and infrastructure.",
  "summary": "Egbin Power has awarded scholarships to students in its host communities in Ikorodu, Lagos, as part of its annual corporate social responsibility initiativ Read More: https://punchng.com/egbin-power-awards-scholarships-to-students-in-host-communities/",
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        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Egbin Power awards scholarships to students in host communities",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/egbin-power-awards-scholarships-to-students-in-host-communities",
        "published": "2026-10-01T14:42:53.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}