The Lagos State Scholarship Board has officially announced the commencement of applications for the 2025/2026 Academic Session Bursary and Scholarship Awards, popularly referred to as the Lagos Bursary Scholarship 2026.
The initiative is aimed at providing financial support to Lagos State indigenes currently pursuing tertiary education, helping to ease the cost of schooling and encourage academic excellence.
Application Period
Eligible students are advised to take note of the official application timeline:
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Portal Opens: Monday, 19 January 2026
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Portal Closes: Friday, 27 February 2026
Applications must be submitted within this window, as entries made outside the stated period will not be considered.
Who Is Eligible to Apply?
The bursary and scholarship awards are open to bonafide indigenes of Lagos State who are:
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Currently enrolled in recognized tertiary institutions across Nigeria
The location of the institution does not affect eligibility, provided the applicant is a Lagos State indigene and a registered student of a higher institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to apply through the official Lagos State Scholarship Board portal, where full application guidelines and requirements are provided.
Applicants are strongly advised to carefully read and follow all instructions on the portal before submitting their applications, as incomplete or incorrect entries may delay processing or lead to disqualification.
The Lagos Bursary Scholarship remains a key support scheme for Lagos students nationwide, and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid last-minute issues.
