The O.B. Lulu-Briggs Foundation has awarded 63 Rivers State students in the Nigerian Law School a grant of N120,000 and a brand-new laptop each at its 14th Law School Students Scholarship award ceremony held on Tuesday, July 25, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
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The 63 recipients were the 2023 beneficiaries of the Foundation’s Law School Students Scholarships, from which 868 have benefited since its inception in 2009.
In her welcome address, Chairman of the Foundation, Dr Mrs Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs, affirmed its belief in the transformational capacity of quality education.
She said, “The O.B. Lulu-Briggs Foundation firmly believes in the power of education and its ability to transform lives. Our Education and Scholarships Programme improves access and attainment through initiatives supporting students who would otherwise be shut out due to financial constraints.”
“We understand that pursuing a career in law is a challenging task. It demands an indomitable spirit, tireless effort and an unwavering commitment to upholding justice and to defending the rights of others. We recognise the tremendous trials that law students face, both academically and financially. That is why we established this scholarships program to provide a helping hand and support brilliant young minds on their journey towards becoming future leaders in the legal field.”
She added that the awardees, “have demonstrated unwavering dedication, immense talent and a passion for the pursuit of justice throughout their studies. Therefore, assisting such extraordinary young minds with a scholarship that includes N120,000 and a brand-new laptop is an honour.”
Dr Lulu-Briggs charged the awardees to use the resources wisely and always remember the values that led them to pursue a career in law.
“As future legal professionals, you have a unique opportunity to uphold the universal and timeless principles of justice and fairness. After completing Law School, I implore you also to use your legal knowledge and skills to champion the cause of justice, advocate for those who cannot speak for themselves and defend the marginalised,” she said.
In her lecture titled ‘Technology and the Legal Profession: Transforming the Legal Landscape,’ retired Chief Judge of Bayelsa State and the guest speaker, Justice Kate Abiri, said integrating technology in the legal.
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