The National Open University of Nigeria Alumni Association (NOUNAA) has launched a scholarship programme that will allow new students both for the undergraduate and postgraduate studies the opportunity to get a N50,000 grant to aid their tuition fee in the university.

According to the association, the scholarship is open to any student irrespective of state or location who gets admitted to NOUN.

The President of NOUNAA, Amb. Ifeanyi Kingsley Obukwelu, who disclosed this after the launch of the scholarship and awareness campaign in selected areas in Abuja on Thursday, said the scholarship scheme is in line with President Bola Tinubu’s zero tolerance for single Nigerian to remain illiterate

He said: “This campaign is not just a scholarship programme – it is a strategic movement, a bold statement, and a reaffirmation of our belief in the power of accessible education. It is designed to bridge financial gaps, eliminate entry barriers, and inspire a new generation of learners across Nigeria to choose the National Open University of Nigeria as their launchpad to greatness.”

According to him, the initiative is not just about giving away scholarships, but an integral part of the broader advocacy drive of the association under his leadership.

He added: “One of the cornerstones of our strategic vision is advancing the visibility, credibility, and public acceptance of the NOUN brand. For too long, distance learning has faced unjust scepticism. I make bold to say that NOUN graduates have continually broken barriers in government, business, education, technology, and the creative industries. It is time we tell that story loud and clear. And what better way than to invest in future scholars who will amplify this impact?”

Obukwelu, however, noted that the N50,000-scholarship target is not arbitrary but symbolises hope and a massive stride toward building a knowledgeable, skilled, and inclusive Nigeria.

He said the scholarship was powered by the NOUN Alumni who have experienced the transformative power of NOUN education firsthand, and now, they are giving back, creating access, and rewriting the narrative for the next generation.

He said: “To every prospective student out there: If you’ve ever dreamt of higher education, if financial barriers held you back, if you need flexibility without compromising quality—this is your moment. Scan the code on our website, Apply. Get admitted. You could be one of the many receiving a N50,000 scholarship to kickstart your journey.”

The President also commended his predecessors for doing well and setting the tone for them to follow.

Obukwelu added that his exco continued with some of the projects of his predecessor and as a result completed a water project in their Alumni Village in Kuje – a suburb in the Federal Capital Territory.