Heritage Energy, JV Partners Show Commitment to Education with Scholarships and Awards
Marking International Day of Education, HEOSL and partners awarded 795 scholarships to OML 30 host communities, highlighting their dedication to SDG 4 and the transformative power of education.
795 deserving students from 112 communities received scholarships, reaffirming HEOSL’s commitment to the well-being of their Delta State neighbors. This builds on a strong track record, with over 3,000 students benefiting since 2017.
Academic excellence was also celebrated, with the 12 top performers from the 2023 scholarship aptitude test recognized. Oscar Odemavi Osikorobia, a first-class Sociology and Anthropology graduate, received the prestigious OML 30 Academic Excellence Award.
Beyond scholarships, HEOSL invests in human capital development. In 2023 alone, they provided annual scholarships for 2,300 beneficiaries and industrial training for 130 undergraduates.
Guest speakers emphasized the importance of education and collaboration. Prof. E.O. Agbalagba stressed the value of diligence and hard work, while Barr. Martins Mukoro discussed conflict management under the Petroleum Industry Act.
Representatives from key stakeholders, including NNPC and Shoreline Natural Resources, delivered goodwill messages. The event was attended by presidents’ general/cluster chairmen of OML 30, parents/guardians of awardees, and other stakeholders.
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This initiative demonstrates HEOSL’s dedication to SDG 4 and its commitment to building a brighter future for its host communities through education and human capital development.
