Renaissance Africa Energy Company Scholarship

Application Deadline: July 25, 2025

Nigerian students seeking financial support for their university education now have a valuable opportunity through the NNPC-RENAISSANCE Joint Venture (JV) University Scholarship for the 2025 academic session. Sponsored by Renaissance African Energy Company (Renaissance) in collaboration with NNPC, TotalEnergies, and AENR, this scholarship program is designed to promote academic excellence and support the development of future leaders in Nigeria.

Scholarship Overview

The NNPC-RENAISSANCE JV Scholarship is a merit-based initiative that provides yearly financial grants to successful applicants throughout their undergraduate studies. By easing the financial burden of higher education, the program aims to empower talented students and equip them with the skills needed for success in their respective fields.

Available Scholarship Categories

1. National Merit Award (NM) – Open to all Nigerian students enrolled in accredited universities nationwide.
2. Areas of Operation Merit Award – Reserved for indigenes of Renaissance’s operational states, including Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and Rivers.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a citizen of Nigeria.
• Be a full-time undergraduate student in a recognized Nigerian university.
• Currently be in 200 Level (with proof of admission for the 2023/2024 academic session).
• Not be a recipient of any other scholarship from an oil and gas company (local or international).

Important Application Guidelines

• No Application Fee – The scholarship process is completely free. Beware of fraudulent individuals or organizations requesting payment.
• No Third-Party Representatives – Applications must be submitted directly through the official Renaissance portal.
• Shortlisted Candidates – Only qualified applicants will be invited for a proctored computer-based test.
• Communication – Updates will be sent exclusively to successful candidates at each stage of the selection process.

Required Documentation

All applicants must provide the following documents:

• Scanned copy of UTME result
• JAMB or university admission letter
• O’Level certificate(s) (WAEC, NECO, or equivalent)
• 100 Level transcript (or A-Level result for Direct Entry students)
• Recent passport photograph (taken within the last four months)
• Letter of identification (issued by the applicant’s local government)

Additional Requirements for Operational Area Applicants

Candidates from Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, or Rivers must also submit:

• Two letters of identification, duly signed and stamped by:
  • The Paramount Ruler of their community.
  • The Chairman or Secretary of the Community Executive Council (CEC) or Community Development Council (CDC).

Application Process

1. Visit the official NNPC-RENAISSANCE JV Scholarship portal.
2. Complete the online application form with accurate details.
3. Upload all required documents in the specified format.
4. Submit the application before the deadline: July 25, 2025.

Key Dates

• Application Opens: June 20, 2025
• Application Closes: July 25, 2025
• Shortlisting Announcement: Only successful candidates will be contacted.

Benefits of the NNPC-RENAISSANCE Scholarship

• Financial Assistance – Yearly grants to support tuition and academic expenses.
• Merit-Based Selection – Rewards academic excellence and potential.
• Career Development – Enhances opportunities for future employment in the energy sector.

Final Notes

Interested students are encouraged to apply early and ensure all documents are correctly submitted. For further details, visit the official scholarship webpage.

This opportunity is a stepping stone toward academic and professional success—do not miss it!