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Welcome to First Class Muslim Foundation

We provide holistic support systems for Muslim youths to thrive, excel, grow, and become individuals with great accomplishments and global impact.

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Our Programs and Initiatives

Ongoing

FCM Foundation Board Scholarship

The FCM Foundation Board Scholarship empowers the next generation of female leaders by supporting female undergraduates in selected public universities across Nigeria. This scholarship program aims to uplift and provide opportunities for young Muslim women to excel academically and professionally.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a female undergraduate Muslim student
  • Be currently in 200 or 300 level in one of the 22 eligible universities
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 4.5 and above (or equivalence)
  • Be ready to attend the one day mentorship session in person in Lagos, Nigeria in November 2024.
Deadline: Sunday 1st September, 2024 to Wednesday 25th September, 2024

NB: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

FCM Foundation Board Scholarship

FCM Foundation Board Scholarship

For female undergraduates in selected public universities in Nigeria

About

FCM Foundation Board Scholarship (FCM FBS) is a debut scholarship programme aimed at providing a one-time academic support to female Muslim students in 200 and 300 levels. The scholarship includes one-time monetary support and a one-day mentorship session for selected scholars.

Benefits

  • Scholarship Funds
  • One day mentorship session
  • Post scholarship disbursement mentorship and guidance
  • Possible future support for higher learning

Eligible Institutions

1.

Federal University of Technology, Akure

2.

Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife

3.

Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta

4.

University of Ibadan

5.

University of Lagos

6.

University of Ilorin

7.

Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State

8.

Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo

9.

Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba

10.

Ekiti State University

11.

Kwara State University, Ilorin

12.

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso

13.

Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa

14.

Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye

15.

Lagos State University, Ojo

16.

Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode

17.

Osun State University Osogbo

18.

Ondo State University of Medical Sciences

19.

First Technical University Ibadan

20.

Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin

21.

Lagos State University of Science and Technology Ikorodu

22.

University of Ilesa, Osun State

Eligibility Criteria

  • Be a female undergraduate Muslim student
  • Be currently in 200 or 300 level in one of the 22 eligible universities
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 4.5 and above (or equivalence)
  • Be ready to attend the one day mentorship session in person in Lagos, Nigeria in November 2024

Required Documents for Application

The following documents are to be provided and uploaded during the application:

  • Student Identity Card (valid card of applicant’s institution)

  • Reference letter from a reputable Islamic Organization.

    • Letter must be on letterheaded paper and be addressed to The Executive Director, First Class Muslim Foundation, Lagos, Nigeria.
    • Letters should genuinely speak to the character of the applicants and should not be generic.
    • Improperly addressed letters or generic letters will lead to disqualification.

  • Current result slip showing student’s CGPA with the signature (and possibly stamp of the HOD).

  • A Personal Statement to convince panelists as to why they should consider her for the scholarship.

    • The use of AI tools to generate personal statements is prohibited. All personal statements submitted will be tested and evaluated for plagiarism or AI-derivation. Applicants who disregard this may be disqualified from current and any future opportunities from the foundation.
    • Word limit for Personal Statement is 400.
    • Font type is Century Gothic and font size is 12.
    • Spacing should be 1.5.
    • Full name should be written at the top of the document.

Application Details

Application Opens:

Sunday 1st September, 2024

Application Closes:

Wednesday 25th September, 2024

Our Focus Areas

Islamic Education

Providing quality Islamic education to Muslims of all ages.

Community Service

Organizing initiatives to serve and uplift our local communities.

Spiritual Growth

Fostering an environment for personal and spiritual development.

Board of Trustees

Sulaimon O. Ogumuyiwa (PhD)

Sulaimon O. Ogumuyiwa (PhD)

Chairman

Dr. Sulaimon Ogunmuyiwa is a distinguished Counsellor, Speaker, and Educational Administrator. His academic journey culminated in a Ph.D. in Education Administration and Planning from the University of Abuja.

Abolore A. Shobayo

Abolore A. Shobayo

Executive Director

Abolore Sobayo, founder of Cowrie Studios, is a visual artist with a keen political consciousness.Sobayo’s dedication to art speaks clearly with a unique voice especially in light of his recent exhibitions both locally and internationally.

Engr. Faheed Olajide

Engr. Faheed Olajide

Board Member

Engr. Faheed Olajide, based in Nigeria, is currently the Chief Executive Officer of Omnicom Solutions Limited, bringing experience from previous roles at AVAS Technologies Limited, Payvantage Limited and Alcatel-Lucent.

Qazeem Akinlotan (MSc)

Qazeem Akinlotan (MSc)

Programme & Administrative Head

Qazeem is a Parasitologist, Vector Biologist and Bioinformatician. He has his first degree in Zoology (Parasitology) from the prestigious University of Lagos. He also holds a Masters in Parasitology and Bioinformatics from the same University.