Nigerian Scholar Wins Commonwealth Scholarship for MSc

Emmanuel Ebesunu, a Nigerian scholar, has secured a Commonwealth Shared Scholarship to study for an MSc in Emerging Infections and Pandemics at the University of Liverpool in the United Kingdom. He announced his achievement on X, using the moment to inspire others who may feel hesitant to apply for scholarships due to self-doubt.

Ebesunu shared that just months prior, he submitted his application for the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship, which is fully funded for students from developing Commonwealth countries. He emphasized the importance of applying for various opportunities without waiting for perfect conditions.

His message resonates particularly with young Nigerians seeking funded pathways abroad amid competitive scholarship and job markets. Ebesunu expressed gratitude to those who supported his application process and described his arrival in Liverpool as the start of a new chapter in his academic journey, focusing on a field that gained prominence following the COVID-19 pandemic.