Egbin Deepens Human Capital Investment, Launches 11th Host Community Scholarship

Egbin Power has kicked off the 11th edition of its annual scholarship programme, pledging to continue investing in quality education as a driver of long-term development in its host communities.

The initiative, a core part of the company’s Personal Corporate Social Responsibility, PCSR, agenda, provides free, quality education to outstanding students selected from primary and secondary schools across communities surrounding the power plant.

The 2026 edition began with a pre-test exercise that drew more than 250 students from the host communities, signaling strong interest and community participation in the programme.

Beyond tuition support, this year’s programme will feature an education fair, boot camp, mentorship sessions and playgroup activities aimed at boosting academic performance while building life skills, discipline, confidence and leadership qualities.

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The scholarship reflects Egbin Power’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4, SDG 4, which calls for “inclusive and equitable quality education and the promotion of lifelong learning opportunities for all.”

Chief Executive Officer of Egbin Power, Mokhtar Bounour, said education remains one of the most powerful tools 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 stated.

“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. Through this programme, we are investing in young people who will become the leaders, professionals and change-makers of tomorrow,” he added.

Parents, teachers and community leaders continue to play active roles in the programme, supporting students and partnering with Egbin Power to ensure the educational progress of participants. Beyond education, the company is also driving interventions in healthcare, youth empowerment, community infrastructure and human capital development.

“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,” Bounour said, reaffirming Egbin Power’s role as not just a leading power generation company, but also a catalyst for opportunity and prosperity.

_Reported by NOP NIGERIA_