Egbin Power has commenced the 11th edition of its annual scholarship programme, reaffirming its commitment to quality education and creating opportunities for young people in its host communities.
The programme supports the company’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4), which promotes inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Established under Egbin Power’s Personal Corporate Social Responsibility (PCSR) initiative, the scholarship programme provides free education to outstanding students selected from primary and secondary schools across the company’s host communities.
The 2026 edition began with a pre-test exercise attended by more than 250 students. Other activities include an education fair, boot camp, mentorship sessions and playgroup activities designed to improve academic performance while developing participants’ confidence, discipline, leadership abilities and life skills.
The Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, said the company remained committed to using education as a tool for sustainable community development.
‘As a responsible organisation, we remain committed to accelerating development around us. Education is one of the most powerful and sustainable ways to create that impact, and our scholarship programme is a deliberate investment in the future of our communities,’ Bounour said.
He said the company’s responsibility extended beyond electricity generation to creating opportunities, nurturing potential and helping young people achieve their dreams.
‘At Egbin Power, we believe our responsibility goes beyond generating electricity. We also have a responsibility to help generate opportunities, nurture potential and enable dreams,’ he said.
Bounour added that the programme was investing in young people who would become future leaders, professionals and change-makers.
‘The legacy we want to build is one of lasting value-where quality education becomes a foundation for individual progress, stronger communities and a better society. This is our commitment to shared success,’ he said.
Parents, teachers and community leaders continue to support the initiative by partnering with the company in the educational development of participating students.
Beyond education, Egbin Power implements other corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on healthcare, youth empowerment, community infrastructure and human capital development.
The company said these interventions reflect its broader commitment to creating sustainable value, promoting development and improving the quality of life in its host communities.