About the Provider
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is a federal government agency established in 2000 to support the development of Nigeria’s Niger Delta region. Through its human capital development initiatives, the Commission seeks to equip eligible indigenes with advanced knowledge and specialised skills that contribute to regional and national development.
The NDDC invites applications from qualified indigenes of the Niger Delta region for its 2026/2027 Local Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme.
The programme supports eligible candidates pursuing master’s degrees at recognised universities in Nigeria. It aims to promote academic excellence, professional development, and expertise in fields relevant to the development priorities of the Niger Delta and Nigeria’s Local Content Programme.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Be an indigene of the Niger Delta region.
- Be no older than 40 years.
- Hold a relevant bachelor’s degree from a recognised university, with at least Second Class Lower Division.
- Applicants with an HND must have a minimum of Upper Credit and a relevant postgraduate diploma (PGD), where applicable.
- Have a valid admission letter for a master’s degree programme at a recognised Nigerian university.
- Possess a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- Meet any additional requirements stipulated by the Commission.
Eligible Fields of Study
Applicants with relevant undergraduate qualifications may apply for master’s programmes in the following disciplines:
- Agricultural Sciences
- Architecture
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Geosciences
- Humanities
- Information Technology
- Law
- Management and Social Sciences
- Medical Sciences
- Education
- Biotechnology and Biomedical Science
Scholarship Benefits
The notice describes the scheme as an opportunity to obtain postgraduate education and develop specialised professional skills. However, it does not specify the scholarship amount, exact financial coverage, or duration of funding.
Applicants should consult the official application portal for any further details about the award.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare clear copies of the following documents for upload:
- Recent passport photograph.
- Local Government identification letter.
- Admission letter for a master’s degree programme at a recognised conventional university in Nigeria.
- Relevant academic certificates and qualifications.
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
- Birth certificate or valid statutory declaration of age.
The application notice also lists these compulsory documents:
- WASSCE or NECO results.
- Undergraduate academic qualifications.
- Relevant postgraduate qualifications, where applicable.
- Valid Local Government identification.
- National Identification Number (NIN) slip.
- Any other documents required by the Commission.
How to Apply
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