UK Grants Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships to 68 Nigerians

The United Kingdom announced that it has awarded 68 Nigerian students Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships to pursue master’s and PhD programmes. The scholarships, funded by the UK government and the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission, cover tuition, living expenses, and travel costs for the duration of the courses. Recipients will enroll at UK universities, gaining advanced training in fields ranging from engineering to social sciences. The move follows the UK’s long‑standing effort to support higher‑education links with African nations. Nigerian scholars will return with specialised knowledge that can be applied to national development projects. The announcement underscores the UK’s commitment to fostering academic exchange and building capacity in partner countries.