Edited by Oluwaseun Bose Rufus
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The Legacy of Impact
The story of Major Joseph Adekunle Adegbite (Rtd) is a powerful testament to the enduring nature of service. What began as a dream to help students whose parents struggled with tuition fees has blossomed into a lasting legacy that continues to transform lives long after his passing. His life remains a reminder that perseverance and a belief in the power of education can uplift entire communities.
Today, this vision is carried forward by the Joseph Adekunle Adegbite Scholarship Foundation (JAASF). Established to ensure financial barriers do not silence the potential of future leaders, the foundation provides critical tuition support to deserving students in government secondary schools and public universities. Apply Here: JAASF Scholarship Portal
A Track Record of Growth and Transformation
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The foundation’s impact has grown exponentially with each passing year
2024: After receiving over 70 applications, the foundation awarded tuition support to seven outstanding beneficiaries and provided consolation prizes to all verified applicants.
2025: The response surged to over 2,000 applications, resulting in tangible tuition support for 19 students and consolation prizes for 30 deserving runners-up. See2025 award ceremony here https://tinyurl.com/n83swvav
2026: In just one week since opening on May 1st, we have already received over 4,000 applications across the secondary and tertiary categories.
The goal is to continue this trajectory, growing our capacity to support hundreds, and eventually thousands, of beneficiaries.
Apply Now for the 2026 Scholarship Cohort
The 2025/2026 scholarship cycle is currently open, but time is of the essence. Due to the high volume of interest, the deadline for registration is May 31, 2026.
Apply Here: JAASF Scholarship Portal
Application Requirements
To ensure your application is considered, please review the specific requirements for your category
For Secondary School Students
Eligibility: Open only to students with proof of promotion to JSS1, JSS3, or SS3. (Note: Students currently in these classes are not eligible; those awaiting exam results should upload their most recent report).
Location: Available exclusively to students attending Government Secondary Schools who reside in Lagos.
Documentation: A valid School ID card paired with either a Birth Certificate or a signed School Testimonial from your Principal.
Assessment: Applicants must be prepared to provide additional documentation or participate in further assessments as requested by the JAASF Board of Examiners.
For Tertiary School Students
Freshers
Must have provisional admission into a Government University in Nigeria.
OR must have a JAMB score of 250 or above.
Returning Students
Must be currently enrolled in a Federal or State Government University, Polytechnic, or College of Education.
Academic Standing: Minimum CGPA equivalent of Second Class Upper (2:1) for University students or Upper Credit for Polytechnic/College of Education students.
Proof: Verifiable proof of academic performance must be uploaded during the application process
To be considered for further screening, all applicants must follow the foundation’s social media pages. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the process.
Don’t let financial barriers stop you from becoming the leader you were meant to be. Apply today! Apply Here:
JAASF Scholarship Portal
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