NLNG awards postgraduate scholarships to seven graduates for studies in UK

The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas Limited (NLNG) has awarded postgraduate scholarships to seven exceptional Nigerian graduates to pursue master’s degrees in the United Kingdom.

Mrs Sophia Horsfall, NLNG’s General Manager for External Relations and Sustainable Development, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday in Port Harcourt by the company’s spokesperson, Mrs Anne-Marie Palmer-Ikuku.

Horsfall explained that the beneficiaries were selected following a rigorous process involving numerous applicants. The scholars will study disciplines critical to Nigeria’s development, including Civil Engineering, Renewable Energy Management, Advanced Chemical Engineering, Marine and Offshore Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, Industrial Robotics, and Advanced Structural Engineering.

“These scholars represent the best of Nigeria’s talent, and we are proud to support their journey towards global excellence. Their scholarships cover tuition, living expenses, accommodation, travel, and other academic-related costs,” Horsfall said.

She added that the initiative demonstrates NLNG’s commitment to sustainable development through investment in human capital. The scholarships also mark the company’s 35th anniversary of incorporation and 25 years of successful operations in Nigeria.

Since its inception, the NLNG Postgraduate Scholarship Programme has benefited more than 523 graduates across diverse disciplines, creating a network of professionals contributing to development both locally and internationally.