# Alex Otti Foundation scholarship scheme

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/alex-otti-foundation-scholarship-scheme
> Updated: 2026-10-17T18:10:55.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Governor Alex Otti of Abia State announced the seventh cohort of the Alex Otti Foundation Scholarship Scheme, selecting 81 beneficiaries from more than 5,000 applicants. The program, active since 2009, provides financial aid to students demonstrating both academic excellence and financial need.

During a scholarship banquet in Umuahia, the Governor introduced a new incentive: a ₦500,000 cash reward for any scholar who graduates with a first-class degree. Six graduates have already been identified for this reward, including individuals currently in the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) orientation.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Alex Otti Foundation awards scholarships to 81 students

Abia State Governor Alex Otti has awarded scholarships to 81 students through his foundation and announced a ₦500,000 reward for each scholar who achieves a first-class degree.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alex-otti-foundation-awards-scholarships-to-81-students

### 2026-10-08: Abiodun family awards ₦100m in scholarships to 831 students

The Abiodun family has awarded over ₦100 million in scholarships to 831 indigent students in Ogun State through a memorial education programme.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/abiodun-family-awards-100m-in-scholarships-to-831-students

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