Kalu Sponsors Three Abia North Students to China on Scholarship

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu has announced that three students from Abia North Senatorial District have left Nigeria to commence postgraduate studies in China, fully funded through a scholarship facilitated by the Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation in collaboration with the Chinese Scholarship Council (CSC).

According to a statement from the senator’s office in Abuja, the scholarship package covers full tuition, accommodation, health insurance, and monthly stipends for the duration of the students’ academic programs.

The beneficiaries are:

Sunny O. Idika, from Ohafor Ward, Ohafia LGA, admitted into the MBA program at Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua.

Emmanuel Iheakachukwu Odoemelam, from Eziama Agbo Ward, Nneato, Umunneochi LGA, enrolled for a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry at Beijing University of Chemical Technology (BUCT).

Kingsley Onwukwe Orji, from Igbere Ward A, Bende LGA, also admitted into the MBA program at Zhejiang Normal University, Jinhua.

Senator Kalu expressed pride in the scholars, stressing the importance of education in raising future leaders and professionals who will contribute positively to their communities and the nation.

“I am delighted that these bright young men from Abia North are beginning a new academic journey in China. The Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation remains committed to providing access to quality education and international opportunities for our youth,” Kalu said.

The scholarship scheme forms part of the senator’s wider efforts to promote human capital development in Abia North through education, healthcare, and empowerment programs.

The Orji Uzor Kalu Foundation has consistently supported local and international scholarships as well as humanitarian initiatives across Nigeria.

Rubby Obinna
September 3, 2025