The Nation Newspaper Olam Agri awards scholarships to indigent students
in Nigeria, an agribusiness transforming food, feed, and fiber, has further solidified its reputation as a leading investor in human capital development. On Wednesday, July 3, 2024, the business which operates 4,451 hectares of rice farm and 215K MT of rice milling facility in Rukubi awarded scholarships to 87 indigent students during an event at its rice farm in Rukubi, Nasarawa State.
This scholarship program is part of the Seed for the Future initiative, a Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability project of the agribusiness. The initiative supports farmers and farming communities by promoting education and skill development for young people, empowering women, enhancing health and nutrition, and reducing carbon emissions in business operations.
To promote broader education and skill development among young people in the host community, the business annually awards scholarships to tertiary students from Nasarawa State who meet specific academic criteria. Since the programme’s inception in 2014, over 700 students have received financial support to pursue their academic goals.
Also, Anil Nair, Country Head of Olam Agri in Nigeria, expressed the organisation’s commitment towards educational empowerment of the underprivileged, stressing that it is its own way of nurturing the next generation of leaders and professionals who will contribute to the growth of our communities and the country. “Our scholarship program aims to inspire students in our host communities and help them achieve their dreams and aspirations.
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