John Nwaigwe
MOSOP-USA, CHICAGO CHAPTER DOLES OUT N2.7 MILLION FOR OGONI SCHOLARSHIP PROGRA
MOSOP-USA, Chicago Chapter, proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Scholarship Program with a substantial grant of 2.7 million naira, specifically designed to uplift and
empower students and vocational trainees in Ogoni Land, Nigeria.
In a release made available to newsmen by Lady Barisuka Kaka, General Secretary and Mr. Barinua Nwiyor Publicity Secretary respectively, the group said the move is a comprehensive initiative aimed at ensuring support for learning and vocational training of Ogoni youths.
This Scholarship program also seeks to alleviate the financial burdens faced by low-income families, enabling them to afford essential educational resources for their children fund will not only support traditional schooling but als encourage youth to engage in various trades, equipping them with valuable skills for their future careers.
Speaking at the launching of the 2025 grant year at Chicago, Illinois, USA, the Coordinator, Sir Eddy Kaka, Ph.D., urged members of MOSOP-USA, Chicago Chapter to whom the funds were doled out, to utilize the funds judiciously in their various communities in Ogoni. He stressed the importance of ensuring that the resources were directed toward initiatives that will have a lasting impact in their towns and villages across Ogoni.
“By so doing, the
funds will foster educational advancement and economic development within the communities,” the Coordinator concluded”.
Each year, MOSOP-USA, Chicago Chapter plays a pivotal role in enhancing educational opportunities for Ogoni students. The Scholarship funds are allocated to help cover
registration fees for important examinations such as JAMB, WAEC, and NECO, vital for students’ academic journeys.
Additionally, the Organization supports various professional skill acquisition programs, providing a pathway for students of such programs to gain practical skills that are essential in today’s job market and career fields.
It Is noteworthy that in its commitment to improving the overall health conditions in the
Ogoni communities, MOSOP-USA, Chicago Chapter also donates essential healthcare
equipment such as blood pressure kits, to hospitals and Community Health Care Centers
in Ogoniland. This initiative not only addresses immediate healthcare needs but also ensures that community members have access to quality medical care. Collectively, these efforts are aimed at fostering a brighter, more sustainable future for the Ogoni communities, empowering its youth, and enhancing the quality of life for its people.
