The 16 Local Government Councils in Ekiti State have contributed a sum of 69.3 million Naira as counterpart funds for bursary award to
indigenes of the state in tertiary institutions.
According to a statement from the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, each Local Government paid its share of the money promptly to ensure the success of the programme.
The statement lauded the commitment of all Caretaker Chairmen of the 16 Councils for having genuine interest in giving bursary award to eligible students in higher institutions.
It stressed that the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development would continue to give maximum support to all Government Agencies to ensure rapid development of the state.
Last modified: January 18, 2013