Written by Midwestern Oil & Gas Company Limited (“Midwestern”), the operator of Umusadege field in PML 22 (formerly OML 56), is a leading indigenous oil and gas exploration company with operations in Umusadege, Kwale, Delta State, and its corporate head office at Plot 10, Block 12, Otunba Adedoyin Ogungbe Crescent, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos State.
Since its inception in 1999 and the commencement of operations in 2001, Midwestern has established itself as a reputable player in the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
Midwestern is deeply committed to the socio-economic development of its host communities, consistently demonstrating dedication to sustainable operations and positive community engagement.
Midwestern embarked on various schemes that deliver enduring progress to the indigenes of its host communities and Delta State in general by constantly investing in human capital to ensure economic development.
Therefore, Midwestern and its JV Partner, SunTrust Atlantic Energies hereby invite suitably qualified Nigerian students to apply for its 2026/2027 scholarship schemes.
The scholarship scheme is aimed at promoting academic excellence and improving skill-based education among the youth of our host communities and Delta State.
Overview
- Type: Undergraduate Scholarship
- Sponsor: Midwestern Oil and Gas Company Ltd
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Benefits: Tuition fee and other academic support
- Deadline: April 19, 2026
Eligibility Requirements for the Midwestern Oil & Gas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026/27
Category of Awards
- University Community Award – For Host Communities Only
- University Merit Award – For Delta State Indigenes Only
University Community Award – For Host Communities Only
- Scholarship is open to 100 & 200 level students at the time of application.
- Minimum of 5 Credits in SSCE or GCE including Mathematics & English, in one sitting.
- JAMB/UTME & University admission letter from an accredited/approved university in Nigeria.
- Current University ID Card.
- Identification letter signed by the Community Board of Trustees (BOT).
University Merit Award – For Delta State Indigenes Only
- Scholarship is open to 200 level students who must have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 at the time of application.
- Minimum of 5 Credits in SSCE or GCE including Mathematics & English, in one sitting.
- JAMB/UTME & University admission letter from an accredited/approved university in Nigeria.
- Current University ID Card.
- Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of his/her first year in the University (3.5 and above).
- Letter of identification stating your LGA & Senatorial Zone (Delta North, South or Central).
Selection Process
The examination date will be communicated to shortlisted candidates only. Midwestern reserves the right for selection and shortlisting of candidates.
Note
- Application for Midwestern JV scholarship is FREE.
- SCHOLASTICA is the official platform for the Midwestern JV University Scholarship Award
- Beware of fraudulent websites when applying for the Midwestern JV scholarship online. Such websites may ask you to make some payments in the course of the application.
- E-mail applications are NOT accepted.
- Midwestern JV does NOT assign representatives/agents to assist applicants to apply.
- Any candidate found to have presented false documents will be disqualified or withdrawn at any level of the scholarship process.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the computer-based test
Application Guidelines for the Midwestern Oil & Gas Undergraduate Scholarship 2026/27
To apply, follow the steps below:
- Visit Scholastica.ng
- Click on the Apply button then procced to “Register Now” to create an account.
- Proceed to your email box to activate your account
- Click on “Apply Here” button below to return to Scholarship site
- Enter your registered email and password to upload your information.
- Enter your personal information, National Identification Number, educational information, other information and upload required scanned documents.
- Ensure the name used in applications matches the names on all documentation in same order. Upload a sworn affidavit or certificate if otherwise.
- Ensure you view all documents after uploading, to ensure that they are clear and accurate.
- When asked to upload photo, upload a passport photograph with a white background.
- Recheck application information to avoid errors.
- Click “Apply Now” to submit information
- You will receive an email and a sms that confirms your application was successful.
- Return to https://candidate.scholastica.ng/, enter your Email and Password to download your profile and proceed to have your Head of Department sign the document.
- Upload a scanned copy of the signed profile, this would be used for verification.
Note: Multiple applications attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board
Deadline: April 19, 2026