The O.M. Atoyebi SAN & Partners Law School Award Scholarship Programme is a prestigious initiative established by Oyetola Muyiwa Atoyebi, SAN, FCIArb (U.K.), Notary Public. The programme was created to support aspiring lawyers who have demonstrated grit, academic excellence, and an unwavering commitment to their legal education.
Over the years, this scholarship has served as a beacon of hope for deserving law graduates, easing the financial burden of legal education and empowering the next generation of Nigerian legal professionals to pursue their dreams without constraint.
Announcement of the Sixth Edition
The O.M. Atoyebi SAN & Partners Law School Award Scholarship Programme is pleased to announce the sixth edition of its scholarship scheme, targeted at prospective Nigerian Law School (NLS) students for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This edition of the scholarship reaffirms the Firm’s dedication to investing in human capital and strengthening the legal profession through access, merit, and opportunity.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship programme will provide full payment of the Nigerian Law School tuition fee for selected candidates. It is awarded to deserving law graduates who have exhibited notable academic excellence during their undergraduate study of law at any university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Nigerian citizen.
- Be a graduate of a recognized university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Have been admitted to the Nigerian Law School for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Application Requirements
Applicants are required to upload the following documents as part of their application:
- LL.B Certificate or Statement of Result
- Proof of Admission to the Nigerian Law School
- Personal Statement (between 500–750 words) detailing the applicant’s academic journey, aspirations, and reasons for seeking the scholarship
- Academic Transcript
All submitted documents must be clear, accurate, and authentic, as they will form the basis of the selection process.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submission of applications is 23rd January, 2025.
Late submissions will not be considered.
