At MCRP, we believe in empowering the next generation of leaders, innovators, and thinkers. Our scholarship scheme aims to provide aspiring post-graduate students in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe with the resources they need to pursue academic excellence.
Fully-Funded: Our scholarships cover tuition, research costs, and living expenses, ensuring you can focus on your studies.
Prestigious Universities: Be part of renowned institutions in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe and enjoy world-class education and resources.
Transformative Impact: This isn’t just a scholarship—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact in your field and community
The Multi-Sectoral Crisis Recovery Project - (Lake Chad Basin Scholarships Program) Masters and PhD Studentship Scholarship Scheme supports research in the following thematic areas:
This thematic area focuses on the entire process of producing, processing, and marketing agricultural products. It aims to improve the livelihoods of farmers and their communities by strengthening the agriculture value chain. This includes improving the productivity and efficiency of smallholder farmers, enhancing access to markets and finance, and promoting value addition and agro-processing. The goal is to increase the income and food security of smallholder farmers and contribute to poverty reduction in rural areas. Research under this theme may focus on improving agricultural production techniques, post-harvest handling, storage, and transportation of agricultural products, market access, and improving the quality of products. The goal is to improve the income and livelihoods of farmers, increase food security, and contribute to economic growth.
This research area addresses the impacts of climate change and seeks to mitigate its effects by promoting sustainable development practices. The focus is on increasing the resilience and adaptability of communities to climate change, rehabilitating degraded ecosystems, and promoting sustainable land use practices. This includes the development of renewable energy sources, climate-smart agriculture practices, and the implementation of disaster risk reduction measures. The goal is to reduce the vulnerability of communities to climate change and promote sustainable development.
This thematic area focuses on promoting regional development and spatial planning. It aims to create inclusive and sustainable development that enhances the quality of life of communities. Research under this theme will focus on analysing the existing regional development policies and strategies, identifying gaps and opportunities, and developing new policies and strategies. The goal is to promote equitable and balanced regional development, enhance the economic and social development of regions, and promote sustainable urbanisation.
This thematic area focuses on the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support development planning and decision-making. It aims to enhance the use of spatial data in the planning and implementation of development projects. This includes the use of GIS to map and analyse rural and urban areas, support infrastructure development, and enhance service delivery. The goal is to promote evidence-based decision-making and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of development interventions.
This research area focuses on the challenges of conflict and violence in development. It aims to promote peace building, social cohesion, and prevent and counter violent extremism. Research under this theme may focus on analysing the root causes of violent extremism, developing strategies for preventing and countering violent extremism, promoting social cohesion, and building peace. This includes the design of programs and policies that address the root causes of conflict and promote social inclusion and dialogue. The goal is to promote sustainable peace and social cohesion, reduce the risk of violent conflict, and enhance development outcomes.
Our scholarship scheme aims to provide aspiring post-graduate students in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe with the resources they need to pursue academic excellence.
For inquiries or assistance, please contact us via the following contact details.
No. 13, Danube Street, Maitama, Abuja.
scholarships@nersp.gov.ng
The MCRP Scholarship Scheme aims to provide technical assistance in administering post-graduate scholarship schemes for universities located in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states, among other specific objectives.
The scholarship is primarily for post-graduate students in participating universities located in Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states. Please refer to our detailed eligibility criteria for more information.
Interested applicants can apply via our online scholarship portal. The portal provides all necessary information, including mode of submission, requirements, and deadlines.
Applicants need to submit notarized school admission and recommendation letters, academic transcripts, a curriculum vitae (CV), and a personal/capability statement, among others.