Rasheedat Ajibade Foundation launches Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian students

By Oluwadamilola Olaleye

The Rasheedat Ajibade Foundation has launched a new scholarship initiative aimed at supporting underprivileged Nigerian students in both secondary schools and universities.

The program, titled the “Back 2 School Scholarship,” will provide full or partial tuition coverage to selected students who demonstrate strong academic potential and genuine financial need.

Founded by Super Falcons captain and Paris Saint-Germain forward, Rasheedat Ajibade, the initiative reflects her ongoing commitment to education, youth empowerment, and community development across Nigeria.

According to the foundation, the scholarship is designed to ease the financial strain that often forces many students to discontinue their studies.

Unlike larger government or institutional schemes, the application process is deliberately straightforward, requiring no entrance exams or lengthy interviews.

Selection will be based primarily on financial need and the completeness of applications. Successful recipients will receive direct financial grants to cover school-related expenses, as well as support for WAEC, NECO, or JAMB registration fees, alongside tuition assistance for secondary and tertiary education.

Beyond financial aid, beneficiaries will also gain access to the foundation’s mentorship network, which offers guidance in leadership, sports, and community development — including opportunities for direct mentorship from Ajibade herself.

The foundation says its long-term goal is to promote sustainable educational access while nurturing the next generation of Nigerian leaders. Outstanding beneficiaries may have their scholarships renewed based on academic performance and commitment.

Through this initiative, Rasheedat Ajibade continues to leverage her platform as a professional athlete to inspire hope and create opportunities for young Nigerians, using education as a tool to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Samuel Ahmadu

Samuel Ahmadu is a distinguished multimedia journalist and women's football expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry. On the back of domestic engagement since 2008, he began his international career journey at Goal.com in February 2014, where he served as an African women's football correspondent for nearly eight years. During his tenure at Goal.com, Samuel covered major events such as three Women's Africa Cup of Nations (2016, 2018, 2022) and the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup in Canada plus 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia. His work at Goal.com earned him widespread acclaim, particularly for his in-depth profiles of African football stars, notably Asisat Oshoala, whose rise he documented from her early years to her breakthrough at the FIFA U20 Women's World Cup in 2014. Prior to his role at Goal.com, Samuel freelanced for various print and broadcast media outlets in Nigeria, including Graphics Newspaper, Radio Nigeria, Grace FM, and Savid Newspaper. His extensive experience and expertise led to his appointment to the Nigeria Football Federation's Standing Committee on Women's Football Development from 2016 to 2018. Since February 2018, Samuel has been the Social Media Manager for Nigeria's women's national teams.In 2019, Samuel joined the Confederation of African Football (CAF) as a women's football content contributor and was promoted to Women's Football Editor in 2021. His contributions to women's football continued as he worked as a Media Consultant for Content Creation and Editorials at the 2022 CAF Women's Champions League. Currently, Samuel also serves as the spokesman for the Nigeria Women Football League, further solidifying his influence and dedication to the growth of women's football in Africa.

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