LAU: Fr. Muke Awards N2 million Scholarship to 10 Lau Girls at Chairman’s 100 Days Celebration

By Jako Keke, March 1, 2026.

In a major boost to girl-child education and healthcare development in Taraba State, the Special Adviser to Governor Agbu Kefas on Christian Religion Matters, Very Rev. Fr. Sunday Patrick Muke, has awarded a ₦2 million scholarship to ten girls in Lau Local Government Area.

Fr. Muke made the announcement in Lau during the 100 days in office celebration of the Chairman of Lau Local Government Council, Hon. Peter Julius Vau, describing the initiative as a deliberate investment in human capital development.

According to him, the scholarship will enable each of the ten beneficiaries to pursue Nursing studies at A.N Na'ibi College of Nursing Sciences, Lau town.

He explained that the intervention is designed to strengthen the health sector while empowering young girls through access to quality education.

The cleric further disclosed that nominations for the scholarship will be jointly handled by the Christian Association of Nigeria and the Muslim Council, a move he said underscores unity and inclusiveness across religious lines.

Fr. Muke noted that the gesture aligns with Governor Kefas’ free education policy and his administration’s strong commitment to promoting girl-child education across the state.

He also used the occasion to commend Hon.Comr. Peter Julius Vau for what he described as remarkable strides within his first 100 days in office, stating that the chairman’s achievements reflect dedication and clear alignment with the developmental vision of Governor Kefas.

The scholarship announcement drew applause from attendees, with many describing it as a timely intervention that will not only transform the lives of the beneficiaries but also contribute meaningfully to healthcare delivery in Lau and beyond.

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