Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has approved a grant of N300,000 for each Bayelsa student enrolled in law schools across Nigeria. The announcement was made on Friday during a meeting with representatives of the Bayelsa State Law Graduates Forum in Yenagoa, the state capital.
The governor was represented at the meeting by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Biriyai Dambo SAN. Dambo stated that the approval reflects Governor Diri’s commitment to the education of Bayelsans and aims to alleviate the financial pressures caused by the country’s economic challenges.
“The approval is a reflection of Governor Senator Douye Diri’s commitment to the education of Bayelsans. This grant is designed to help cushion the effects of the economic hardship in the country,” Dambo said. “It is meant to support your academic pursuits and improve your welfare. I urge you to focus on your studies and make the state and your families proud.”
Imomotimi Annabel Godspower, speaking on behalf of the students, expressed profound gratitude to Governor Diri for approving the grant, calling it an encouraging gesture. She also thanked Dambo for facilitating the process and acknowledged the governor’s dedication to supporting the educational aspirations of Bayelsans.
“This gesture is very encouraging, and we appreciate the governor’s commitment to our education. We also thank the Attorney-General for helping to make this possible,” Godspower said.
