Olam International Limited, a leading food and Agri business company has announced that it is giving 87 indigent students in Nasarawa State, in the North Central geo-political zone of Nigeria, scholarships to study in thw university. It says the gesture is part of the company’s Seed for the Future, SFTF initiative, a corporate social responsibility platform of Olam. It is designed to promote education and skill development among the youth from the company’s host communities.
The Agribusiness company, which operates 4,451 hectares of rice farm and runs a 215,000 metric tons of rice milling facility in Rukubi, Nasarawa State, says it is doing that to further solidify its reputation as a leading investor in human capital development.
Olam annually awards scholarships to tertiary students from Nasarawa State who met specific academic criteria. Since the inception of the programme in 2014, over 700 students have received financial support to pursue their academic goals.
The initiative also supports farmers and farming communities by promoting education and skill development for young people, empowering women, enhancing health and nutrition, and reducing carbon emissions in business operations.
During the scholarship presentation, Brijesh Nandal, Head of Operations at Olam Agri in Nigeria, said, “we are delighted at the growing participation in our annual scholarship programme. This reflects our deep commitment to empowering Nigerian youths through education.”
He continued , “By supporting these students, we are investing in their future and the future of Nigeria.” Similarly, Country Head of Olam Agri in Nigeria, Anil Nair, added: “We remain dedicated to nurturing the next generation of leaders and professionals who will contribute to the growth of our communities and the country. Our scholarship programme aims to inspire students in our host communities and help them achieve their dreams and aspirations.”
Nair congratulated the recipients of this year’s scholarships and expressed confidence in their abilities. He encouraged them to work hard to make their communities proud.
