BY SPECIAL CORRESPONDENT
The Ann Jonathan Obuebite Engineering Scholars (AJOES) programme, in partnership with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, have awarded scholarships to the top three female engineering undergraduate students from Niger Delta University(NDU), Bayelsa State.
The award ceremony took place during the inauguration of APWEN’s 4th Chairman, Engr. Mrs. Amalate Ann Jonathan Obuebite, PhD, FNSE.
The recipients,who are in their 400 levels at the NDU, were recognized for their academic excellence.
The recipients include Egi, Esther Ayebatari, with a CGPA of 4.75, received a scholarship of ₦120,000, Zidougha Ukiemoyemi, with a CGPA of 4.44, received a scholarship of ₦110,000, while Suoyo Ogiori, with a CGPA of 4.27, received a scholarship of ₦100,000.
The initiative is aimed at promoting and supporting the academic pursuits of female engineering students to excel in their fields.
The event also featured an inaugural lecture to honour Nigeria’s 1st Female Professor of Mechanical Engineering.
- The event, presided over by the President of APWEN, Engr. Dr. Adebisi Osim, attracted dignitaries such as ,the Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, immediate past Deputy Governor, Rear Admiral Gborigbiogha John Jonah (RTD), Hon. Jonathan Obuebite, Managing Director of Bayelsa State Electricity company, Engr. Olice Kemenanabo, among others.
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