Liberty Career Academy (LCA) has opened applications for its 2025 Scholarship Program — a comprehensive initiative aimed at supporting young Africans who face economic barriers yet remain committed to achieving educational excellence, developing leadership capabilities, and advancing vocational skills.
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This yearly scholarship extends beyond monetary assistance. It serves as a developmental platform that cultivates emerging leaders, supports educational aspirations, and provides future professionals with mentorship, community networks, and the tools necessary for building successful careers.
Ideal Candidates
- Nigerian undergraduates with strong determination.
- Students experiencing economic hardship, those who are orphaned, or from single-parent homes.
- High-achieving scholars, community leaders, or social innovators.
- Vocational students are passionate about their craft.
Award Categories & Eligible Candidates
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Adeola Okungbaye Memorial Award (Supporting Financially Disadvantaged & Orphaned Students)
- Established to honour Adeola Okungbaye’s memory, this award assists vulnerable youth who remain resilient despite challenging circumstances.
- Open to orphans or individuals from single-parent families.
- Demonstrated financial hardship required.
- Academic requirements: Minimum 3.5/5.0 CGPA or 220+ JAMB score.
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Merit-Based Award (Recognising Academic Achievement & Leadership)
- Created for exceptional students who demonstrate both academic prowess and leadership capabilities.
- Available to university/polytechnic students.
- Academic standards: Minimum 3.7/5.0 CGPA or 240+ JAMB score.
- Evidence of participation in campus or community leadership activities.
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Gifted Hands Award (Supporting Vocational & Technical Skills)
- Targets creative individuals, craftspeople, and young professionals pursuing careers in practical trades.
- Candidates must be 18–25 years old.
- Currently participating in technical or vocational training.
- Must be presently without employment.
- Support may include equipment, training materials, or tools (examples: sewing machines, baking equipment, mechanical toolkits).
Program Benefits
- ₦200,000 Financial Award for tuition or training costs.
- Professional Mentorship & Career Guidance.
- Community Networking through LCA connections.
- Alumni Network Access and leadership development programs.
- Vocational Equipment Support through tools or training materials.
Universal Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must meet these criteria:
- African nationality with current residence or study location in Nigeria.
- Enrolled in year 1–3 of a 4-year course or year 1–4 of a 5-year program.
- Able to provide WASSCE, JAMB, and/or CGPA documentation.
- Possess valid government identification (or guardian’s ID if applicable).
- Write an original 500-word personal statement (submissions using AI content will be rejected).
- Supply accurate, verifiable information — false details result in disqualification.
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Evaluation Process
- Recipients will be selected according to:
- Academic achievement or demonstrated skill capability.
- Level of financial hardship or leadership qualities.
- Genuine expression, coherence, and enthusiasm in the personal statement.
- Selected finalists may undergo interviews or additional document review.
Application Closes: October 22nd, 2025
Click HERE to apply.
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