The Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation Scholarship offers comprehensive financial support to talented but indigent students, enabling them to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Nigeria and abroad. This prestigious programme covers full tuition fees and living expenses, removing financial barriers to quality education.
About the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation
Initiated by Alhaji (Engr.) Abdulkabir Aliu, CEO of Matrix Energy Group, founded the Foundation in 2014 with support for 70 brilliant students across six federal universities. It has since expanded significantly and now supports students in 13 federal universities in Nigeria, as well as the Integral University in India.
Special Call: Scholarship for Indigent Muslim Law Graduates (Nigerian Law School)
The Administrators of the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation invite applications from:
- Indigent Muslim Law graduates of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife.
- Law graduates of Ede origin who have been recently admitted into the Nigerian Law School.
Eligibility Requirements for AAF Scholarship 2026
To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Secure admission to an eligible undergraduate or postgraduate programme at one of the participating Nigerian federal universities or Integral University, India.
- Achieve a minimum CGPA equivalent to 2:1 (Second Class Upper) in previous university studies.
- Be a Nigerian citizen with a valid ID, or an indigene of Ede Town (for Ede-specific schemes).
- For the Law School scheme: Meet the specific criteria for OAU Muslim Law graduates or Ede-origin Law graduates admitted to the Nigerian Law School.
Note: Current scholarship recipients do not need to reapply.
Benefits of the AAF Scholarship
Successful applicants receive a full scholarship covering:
- 100% of tuition fees.
- Living expenses (maintenance allowance) per academic year.
This support enables recipients to focus fully on their studies without financial stress.
Required Documents
Prepare the following documents for your application:
- Completed application form.
- Copy of undergraduate or postgraduate results/transcript.
- Certificate of state of origin (or proof of Ede indigeneship, where applicable).
- Other supporting documents as specified on the application portal (e.g., admission letter).
How to Apply for the Abdulkabir Aliu Foundation Scholarship 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit the official scholarship portal: Go to the portal: Here.
- Review available schemes: Browse the list of current opportunities, including undergraduate programmes at various federal universities, Ede indigene schemes, remedial programmes, and the Integral University Postgraduate Scholarship (deadline: 20 June 2026).
- Select the appropriate scheme and click Apply Now! (you may need to log in or create an account).
- Complete the online application form accurately with all required personal, academic, and contact details.
- Upload the necessary documents in the specified formats.
- Submit your application before the relevant deadline. Note that deadlines vary by scheme (e.g., several in March–June 2026).
- Prepare for further assessment: Shortlisted candidates may be required to sit an aptitude test at a designated venue and time.
Important: Applications are accepted only through the official website. No other means (email, postal, or third-party) will be considered.