The Lagos State Ministry of Tertiary Education, led by Commissioner Tolani Sule, has announced a special scholarship for people with disabilities and destitute students attending state-owned tertiary institutions.
Sule stated on Tuesday that this was consistent with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES Plus Agenda, which prioritises inclusive development.
Speaking at a ministerial briefing in Ikeja, the commissioner said, “I am proud to unveil the Special Scholarship for Inclusion. This initiative is designed to support people living with disabilities and the multidimensionally poor, empowering them to pursue their educational aspirations and contribute meaningfully to society.
“It is crucial to note that the Special Scholarship for Inclusion extends beyond Lagos State indigenes. It encompasses all residents enrolled in Lagos State-owned tertiary institutions, irrespective of their states of origin. This underscores our commitment to fostering inclusivity and providing equal opportunities for all residents of Lagos.”
The commissioner noted that the state government had allocated budgetary provisions in the 2024 budget to fulfill the plan through the introduction of the Special Scholarship for PWDs.
“We are committed to ensuring that every individual, regardless of their abilities or socio-economic background, has access to quality education,” the commissioner added.
Last year, the Lagos State Office for Disability Affairs appealed to the various local government areas and local council development areas in the state to complement the vision of the state government in creating education, healthcare policies and programmes to favour persons with disabilities.