All qualified Nigerians are eligible to apply for the Nigeria Award Scholarship (NA) for the 2026/23 academic year, which can be used at any public tertiary institution in the country. The honorable Minister of Education (HME), Adamu Adamu, issued the invitation.
What Employers Are Offering
- ✔ Employer-provided health & medical insurance
- ✔ Visa sponsorship & legal work authorization
- ✔ Relocation assistance & settlement support
- ✔ Long-term employment & benefit coverage
- ✔ Permanent residency pathways (eligible roles)
Eligibility for Federal Government Scholarships for Higher Education
- Candidates must hold a first degree with a minimum of Second Class Honours Upper Division and be registered as full-time students at a Federal or State university in order to be considered for postgraduate studies.
- All other applicants, including those enrolled in Undergraduate, Higher National Diploma, and Nigeria Certificate in Education programs, must be full-time students in their second or higher year at a Federal or State University, Polytechnic, Monotechnic, or College of Education.
- Applicants for undergraduate scholarships, including those with physical disabilities, must have a CGPA of at least 5.0 on a 7-point scale or 4.0 on a 5-point scale (or its equivalent).
- On a 4.0 scale, applicants for the NCE and HND must have a CGPA of 3.5 or higher.
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Employment Benefit Eligibility Information
Applicants searching for international employment opportunities often compare roles offering employer-sponsored insurance coverage, relocation support, and legally compliant work authorization programs.
- Jobs with employer-provided health insurance benefits
- Visa sponsorship positions including medical coverage
- Full-time employment with dental and vision insurance
- High salary jobs offering worker protection benefits
- Healthcare and caregiver roles including insurance coverage
Understanding benefit eligibility requirements helps applicants evaluate qualified employment offers before submitting immigration applications.
- The scholarship is valid in Nigeria and begins at the start of the academic year.
- It cannot be combined with another Award or used for part-time studies.
- It is forbidden to alter the institution or course.
- While receiving the award, it is not permitted to alter course or institution.
Insurance & Worker Protection Requirements
Before visa approval, many employer-sponsored programs require proof of valid health insurance coverage and worker protection compliance. Immigration authorities verify medical coverage eligibility before granting work authorization.
Depending on the destination country, foreign employees may also need workplace injury protection, employer liability coverage, and travel medical insurance during relocation.
- Mandatory health insurance for visa holders
- Workplace accident and employer liability protection
- Travel and relocation medical coverage
- Insurance verification during immigration processing
Confirm insurance compliance requirements before submitting a work permit application.
COURSES TO BE Viewed as FOR THE Honor ARE As per the following:
- Agriculture
- Education
- Environmental Sciences
- Entrepreneurial Studies
- ICT
- Law
- Liberal Arts/Social/Management Sciences
- Medicine and Para-medicals
- Science and Technology
How to Apply for a Federal Government Scholarship for a Higher Education Institution
The steps that must be taken by candidates who meet the requirements are as follows:
- Select the Federal Scholarship Board ICON on the homepage of the website operated by the Federal Ministry of Education at www.education.gov.ng.
- Complete the online application form after carefully reading the instructions.
- Print out the finished application structure.
- Keep in mind that entering twice will disqualify you.
Attach the following documents:
- Current School’s Identity Card
- Letter of Admission to the Institution
From 6 February 2026 to 20 March 2026, the registration portal will be accessible.
OFFICIAL PHONE NUMBERS/E-MAIL:
Nigerian Award: 08077884418/08091155229
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