Twenty-two (22) outstanding undergraduates of Lagos State University are set to receive one million naira (₦1,000,000) worth of scholarship each after impressing the delegation from Yingke Africa (Nigeria) Consultancy Limited, facilitators of the Centennial Spring Seedlings Programme (CSSP), sponsored by a Chinese foundation for exceptional students.
All 22 shortlisted candidates emerged successful after the selection process conducted by four-member interview panel, comprising three representatives of Yingke Africa and the Acting Dean of the Student Affairs Division, Dr Abiodun Fatai-Abatan,
The selection exercise was held on Thursday, 17 July 2025, at the Council Chamber of Senate Building of the university on its Ojo main campus
The selection team later paid a courtesy visit to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello commending LASU students for “their standout academic performance and exemplary conduct” during the selection process.
Mr Paul Ajayi, one of the representatives from Yingke Africa, praised the selected LASU students for their intelligence, honesty, and impressive performance.
He noted that LASU is one of the few state universities chosen for the programme and expressed confidence in the students’ future potential.
Professor Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, represented by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Administration), Professor Adenike Boyo, appreciated the visit, describing it as “a timely boost that aligns with LASU’s commitment to rewarding excellence and expanding global partnerships.”
She also thanked the sponsor for the scholarship support.
Each awardee will receive the ₦1 million grant once final documentation is completed in September 2025.
The Centennial Spring Seedlings Programme aims to support high-achieving students across Africa through tuition assistance, mentorship, and internship placements in China.
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