(L-R) Learning Community Experience Specialist, ALX Nigeria, Oluwapelumi Thomas; Pathway Scholars and Mastercard Scholarship Awardees, Hanif Olayiwola, Immaculata Emmanuel, Ayomide Ajayi, Moses Uzowuru scholar, and Learning Associate, ALX Nigeria, Georgina Nwauko, at the Mastercard Scholarship Award announcement ceremony organized by ALX in Lagos recently.
Outstanding Nigerian learners from ALX, Africa’s leading tech career accelerator, have been awarded the prestigious Mastercard Foundation scholarships to pursue advanced studies at the African Leadership College of Higher Education (ALCHE).
The beneficiaries are among 21 exceptional learners from the ALX Pathway program who secured the highly competitive scholarships, reinforcing Nigeria’s growing reputation as a hub for high-potential tech talent.
The Mastercard Foundation scholarship covers full tuition and stipends, enabling recipients to gain world-class education while honing leadership, technical, and entrepreneurial skills. The goal is to equip young Africans with the expertise needed to drive innovation and economic transformation across the continent.
Among the Nigerian scholars are Ayomide Samson Ajayi, Effiong Immaculata Emmanuel, Hanif Olayiwola, Chigozie Emmanuel Ndubuaku, Peace Chidinma Chukwuka, Chibuzor Moses Uzowuru, and Chisom Obueze Louisa.
Speaking on the achievement, Oluwapelumi Thomas, Learning Community Experience Specialist at ALX Nigeria, described the milestone as a testament to the impact of ALX’s mission in developing Africa’s future leaders.
“At ALX, we believe that unlocking Africa’s potential starts with unlocking the potential of its people. The success of these learners in securing scholarships to ALCHE through the Mastercard Foundation is evidence that talent, when nurtured with the right opportunities, knows no bounds. We couldn’t be prouder,” Thomas said.
The ALX Pathway program serves as a launchpad for African students seeking global academic and career opportunities. Through intensive training, mentorship, and industry connections, the program equips learners with cutting-edge skills for high-growth industries.
ALX, which has been at the forefront of shaping Africa’s next generation of changemakers, continues to provide young professionals with career support, networking, and transformative scholarship opportunities.
The Mastercard Foundation partnership with ALX underscores its commitment to empowering young Africans with access to quality education, bridging the skills gap, and fostering economic development.
With initiatives like this, Africa’s next wave of tech innovators and leaders are poised to make a significant impact on the global stage.
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