From Femi Folaranmi, Yenagoa
The Ann Jonathan Obuebite Engineering Scholars (AJOES) programme, in partnership with the Association of Professional Women Engineers of Nigeria (APWEN), Bayelsa Chapter, has awarded scholarships to top three female engineering undergraduate students of the Niger Delta University, Bayelsa State.
The 400-level recipients were recognized for their academic excellence. The recipients included Egi, Esther Ayebatari, with a CGPA of 4.75 received a scholarship of ₦120,000, Zidougha Ukiemoyemi, with a CGPA of 4.44, received a scholarship of ₦110,000 and Suoyo Ogiori, with a CGPA of 4.27, received a scholarship of ₦100,000.
This initiative aims to promote academic pursuits of female engineering students, encouraging them to excel in their fields. The highlight of the award ceremony which took place during a momentous event that marked the inauguration of APWEN’s 4th Chairman, Engr. Mrs. Amalate Ann Jonathan Obuebite was a special inaugural lecture dedicated to honour Nigeria’s 1st Female Professor of Mechanical Engineering, reflecting the organization’s deep respect for engineering profession.
The event was presided over by the President of APWEN, Engr. Dr. Adebisi Osim, among other notable attendees, including Deputy Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, and the immediate past Deputy Governor, His Excellency Rear Admiral Gborigbiogha John Jonah.