{
  "id": 14723146,
  "title": "How to apply for Oyo bursary online",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/how-to-apply-for-oyo-bursary-online",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T15:12:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-oyo-bursary-online/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "To apply for the Oyo State 2025/2026 General Bursary Awards online, eligible final-year students of Oyo State origin must first check their eligibility by ensuring they meet the criteria: being an Oyo State indigene, studying in a Nigerian public tertiary institution, and not being part-time or studying overseas. They should also be aware that final-year law students are excluded from this particular bursary. Once eligibility is confirmed, prospective beneficiaries can proceed with the following steps:\n\n1. Visit the official portal at https://bursary.oyostate.gov.ng/2026/ to start the application process.\n2. Click on \"Start your application\" or \"Apply for bursary\" to access the online form.\n3. Carefully complete the personal details section, including local government of origin, institution, and course of study.\n4. Upload all required documents in clear digital copies (PDF or image format), which include:\n- Admission Letter\n- Local Government Identification Letter\n- Current Course Registration Form (endorsed/signed/stamped by Head of Department)\n- Recent Passport Photograph\n- Proof of membership in the Federation of Oyo State Student Union (FOSSU) - register at https://www.fossu.com.ng/register if necessary\n- Valid commercial bank account details belonging to the applicant\n5. Double-check all information provided to ensure it matches the supporting documents accurately.\n6. Submit the application and save the confirmation page along with the application number for future reference and status updates.",
  "summary": "Oyo State has opened its online portal for the 2025/2026 General Bursary Awards for eligible final-year students. Learn how to apply before the deadline. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-oyo-bursary-online/",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "How to apply for Oyo bursary online",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/how-to-apply-for-oyo-bursary-online-14725024",
        "published": "2026-10-15T15:22:54.000Z"
      }
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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."
}