Scholarship: Indorama Fertilizer and Chemical Company Limited have awarded scholarships to two undergraduate students in the Faculty of Agriculture at the Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU to reward academic excellence.
Presenting a cheque of One Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira only (N150,000. 00) to each of the recipients, Miss Victoria Israel and Miss Chioma Onoyovwi, a representative of the company Mr. Tunji Ajiboye, a Regional Manager, explained that the company was desirous of encouraging academic excellence at DELSU which he described as “one of the best Universities I have ever been to”. He praised the University for its policy of gender balancing which has given women a pride of place, by increasing the number of women in the commanding heights of the University administration, adding that there were about 75% of female students in the institution.
Speaking at the occasion, the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Andy Egwunyenga, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor (Mrs) Rosemary Okoh, expressed gratitude to Indorama Fertilizer and Chemicals Company Limited for its generous contributions towards the future of students. He observed that the choice of agriculture for the scholarship was instructive as it addressed the crucial issue of sustainable agricultural development in Nigeria.
An elated Prof. Mrs. Ogisi told her audience, a full hall at the Arts Auditorium, that the faculty was at the brink of extinction, with just 45 students, before the emergence of the current Vice-Chancellor, Professor Egwunyenga who had embarked on a massive campaign for the resuscitation of the faculty on all fronts. According to the Professor of Agricultural Economics, the Faculty had grown to 560 in student population through “the deliberate effort of the Vice-Chancellor to make the faculty take its rightful place in the University”.
In a vote of thanks presented by the Associate Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Dr. (Mrs) Nelly Uriegho of the Department of Forestry and Wildlife, she expressed deep gratitude to the company, adding that the awards would motivate students to work harder so that they would receive the scholarship in future. She also informed the awardees that they would have a favourable response if they applied for employment in Indorama Fertilizer and Chemicals Company Limited.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on Indorama Fertilizer Scholarship Awards to Two DELSU Students
1. What is the Indorama Fertilizer scholarship award about?
The scholarship is an educational support initiative by Indorama Eleme Fertilizer and Chemicals Limited to reward outstanding students, especially in Agriculture-related courses, as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.
2. Who received the scholarship at DELSU?
Two students from the Faculty of Agriculture at Delta State University, Abraka received the award:
- Miss Victoria Israel
- Miss Chioma Onoyovwi
They were selected based on excellent academic performance (CGPA).
3. How much was awarded to each DELSU student?
Each beneficiary received ₦150,000 as a scholarship reward to support their academic activities.
4. Why did Indorama choose DELSU students?
The company selected the students based on:
- Academic excellence
- Strong CGPA performance
- Commitment to studying Agriculture
- Promotion of women in education (gender inclusion focus)
5. Is this scholarship a one-time award?
No. The Indorama scholarship programme is part of an ongoing annual CSR initiative that supports students across various Nigerian universities.
6. What is the aim of the scholarship?
The main goals include:
- Promoting academic excellence
- Supporting indigent students financially
- Encouraging agricultural education in Nigeria
- Reducing dropout rates caused by financial hardship
7. What do beneficiaries say about the award?
The DELSU recipients expressed gratitude and described the scholarship as a strong motivation to:
- Work harder academically
- Pursue excellence in their field
- Remain committed to agricultural development
8. Does Indorama give scholarships to other universities?
Yes. The company has awarded scholarships to students in several Nigerian institutions as part of its national CSR education support programme.
Conclusion
The scholarship awards from Indorama Eleme Fertilizer and Chemicals Limited to two students at Delta State University, Abraka highlight the company’s commitment to education, youth empowerment, and agricultural development in Nigeria.
Beyond financial support, the initiative encourages academic excellence and motivates students to pursue careers that contribute to national growth. The programme also reflects the growing importance of private sector involvement in supporting higher education in Nigeria.
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