The North West Development Commission (NWDC) has officially cancelled its foreign scholarship application scheme, following a directive from the Federal Government to focus on local educational development.
In a statement issued on May 8, 2025, and signed by the Commission’s management, the NWDC referenced a public announcement made the previous day by Mrs. Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations at the Federal Ministry of Education.
The Federal Government’s directive, which was made public on May 7, 2025, stressed the importance of strengthening indigenous institutions and focusing on local capacity building as a more sustainable approach to national development.
“In line with the Federal Government’s recent directive to prioritise local education in Nigeria, the North West Development Commission (NWDC) announces the cancellation of applications for foreign scholarships,” the Commission’s statement read.
The NWDC assured stakeholders that it remains committed to aligning with national policies and will soon announce new opportunities focused on regional development and education.
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