The West African Gas Pipeline Company Limited (WAPCo) has awarded scholarship worth over GH¢1.9 million to 68 tertiary students for the 2025/2026 academic year.

In addition, WAPCo for the 2025/2026 has disbursed GH¢631,584 to 68 students in Ghana, 48 of whom are from the host communities of the company such as  Aboadze, Abuesi, Dwomo, Lower Inchaban, and Shama.

The General Manager of Corporate Affairs of WAPCo,   Dr Isaac Adjei Doku, disclosed this during the award ceremony held here on Thursday, said his outfit had budgeted to spend  GH¢1,907,604 in Ghana for this year academic year.

He explained that the scholarship scheme, introduced in 2012, had supported hundreds of young people to help them achieve their dreams and contribute meaningfully to the development of the society.

Dr Doku mentioned that Christopher Amoasi, one of the beneficiaries of the scholarship who is a law graduate from the University of Cape Coast, would soon be called to the bar and Blessen Adwoa Essilfie-Konglo from Abuesi was on course to become a Doctor of Optometry.

“These examples highlight the essence of WAPCo’s investment in education to empower our youth to make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond,” Dr Doku noted.

Dr Doku advised the new scholarship recipients to take their studies seriously, saying that, “The awards are not only a recognition of their past achievements but also an investment in their future.”

The District Director of Education, Mr Raphael Adu Taylor, commended WAPCo for its continued investment in education through the award of scholarships to needy but deserving students in the district.

Education, he asserted, remained the key to unlocking opportunities for young people, regardless of their socio-economic background.

“The gesture we are witnessing today is not just about financial support. It is about giving hope, restoring dreams, and inspiring confidence in the next generation,” he stated.

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Shama, Paul Otis Dentu, noted that, “Education is not only about acquiring certificates but about gaining the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes that prepare individuals for present and future challenges.”

 The Queenmother of Aboadze, Nana Kobaabo III, also lauded WAPCo for the support and urged parents to invest in their children’s instead of spending on funerals and other social activities.

Aseye Nedida Dimado, a students at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), on behalf of the beneficiaries, expressed appreciation to the company for supporting their education and promised that they will study hard.