This grant will be formalized through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will include the presentation of the first batch of scholarship awards to the university.

The grant aims to support students from low-income families, making AAU the latest beneficiary in this initiative to improve educational opportunities for underprivileged students in Edo State.

Part of OPay’s nationwide scholarship initiative, the N1.2 billion grant is a decade-long CSR effort supporting indigent students across 20 tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

Suleiman emphasized that the partnership with OPay is a significant step towards removing financial barriers to education and expressed gratitude for their support.

She reaffirmed the state's commitment to collaborating with private sector partners to advance the Sustainable Development Goals.

This initiative aligns with SDG 4, focusing on ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all.

The announcement was made during a signing ceremony on July 14, 2025, underscoring the government's proactive approach to fostering sustainable development through private sector collaboration.

Ms. Sally Suleiman, the Special Adviser on Sustainable Development Goals to Edo Governor Monday Okpebholo, highlighted the government's commitment to inclusive education and the promotion of SDG 4, which aims for equitable quality education and lifelong learning.

On July 15, 2025, the Edo State government secured a N1.2 billion education grant from OPay Digital Services for Ambrose Alli University (AAU) in Ekpoma.