The LEIMAASF scholarship is a merit and need based award offered by the Late Emmanuel Idowu and Maria Ajike Areogun Scholarship Foundation (LEIMAASF). Its aim is to support Nigerian undergraduate students pursuing higher education in Nigerian universities. The foundation was established to honour the legacy and values of Emmanuel Idowu and Maria Ajike Areogun by promoting academic excellence, integrity, and service to society. The scholarship provides financial assistance to help cover educational expenses and aims to empower talented students who demonstrate strong academic performance, good character, and a commitment to making a positive impact in their communities.
About LEIMAASF
The LEIMAASF Foundation was established to honour the legacy of Emmanuel Idowu and Maria Ajike Areogun. It aims to invest in the future of Nigeria by supporting talented students who demonstrate strong academic performance, good character, and a commitment to positively impacting their communities. The foundation runs scholarship programmes annually to ensure continuous support for undergraduate education in Nigerian universities.
Scholarship benefits
The benefits of this scholarship includes:
- Financial support toward tuition and academic expenses
- Mentorship and guidance on academic excellence
- Recognition for academic and community achievements
Eligibility
To be eligible for the LEIMAASF Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Be enrolled in a recognized undergraduate programme at a Nigerian university
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show good character and commitment to community service
Required documents
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of Nigerian citizenship
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Recommendation letters (if required)
To apply for the LEIMAASF Undergraduate Scholarship, students must visit the official LEIMAASF application portal (Linked below) and complete the online application form before the deadline.
Application deadline
The application deadline is February 28, 2026.
For more details visit the LEIMAASF scholarship website.
