MOK Foundation Awards JAMB Scholarships to 250 Students In Offa, Oyun LGs

Muhydeen Okunlola Kayode (MOK) Foundation has again awarded Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) scholarships to two hundred and fifty students in Offa and Oyun Local Government area of Kwara State.

The registration of the students was flagged off on Monday 5th of February 2024 at the Foundation’s head office in Offa Kwara State.

In his opening address, the Chief Executive Director of MOK Foundation, Mr. Lawal Saheed noted that education is part of the goals of the Foundation and the scholarship program aims to empower talented and underprivileged students by removing financial barriers to their educational pursuits. He added that the Foundation believes that every child deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential, regardless of their background.

The 250 recipients were chosen through a rigorous selection process based on academic merit, financial need, and a demonstrated commitment to community service.

Also speaking, the Head of Department of Humanities at the Federal Polytechnic Offa, Mr. Muhydeen Bammeke said the Founder of MOK Foundation is not an elected official nor honorable. He said he is an entrepreneur, working assiduously to make money and give back to society.

While recounting different interventions of the MOK Foundation in the community, he highlighted the procurement of tractors for free farm mechanization, payment of medical bills of the less privileged, security intervention, and a series of empowerment in the community. He therefore admonished the students to emulate MOK and have the mindset to assist the masses in the future.

The Secretary of ANCOPSS who is also the principal of Moremi High School, Mr. Laolu Oyawoye said MOK has written his name in gold with what he is doing through empowerment, enhancing personal development, economic progress, and community building.

According to him,” Recently, we were at Offa Grammar School Auditorium where students were awarded scholarships spanning over 130 students through the efforts of MOK Foundation. Today again, we are here to give JAMB scholarships to students, courtesy of the MOK Foundation. MOK has written his name in gold with what he is doing. He is building the community.

While praying for the Founder of MOK Foundation, Qs Muhydeen Okunlola, Mr. Oyawoye admonished the students to utilize the opportunity and be committed to their academic careers.