Janedoe26
Feb 10, 2017
Scholarship / You are advised in your statement to define how your study plan relates to progress in your country [3]
My desire to obtain a master's degree in Energy Law and professional skills is borne out of a burning desire to bring about the necessary change in my home country; Nigeria and also to be a role model to other Northern females in Nigeria showing them that there is no limit to achieving their dreams.
The role of Law in the development of any country cannot be overemphasized. Nigeria is the largest, most populous and one of the fastest developing countries in Africa with energy accounting for roughly 35% of its GDP, 75% of government revenue and 90% of export earnings. Notwithstanding these statistics, the legal system particularly as it relates to energy is not as developed as other countries in the world but its potential is without a doubt evident. Consequently, there is a dire need for qualified human capital to steer the country towards economic growth and prosperity particularly in terms of policies and legislation. This lacuna needs to be addressed more now than ever because of the emergence in Nigeria of one of the largest refineries and petrochemical plant in Africa which will commence operations in 2019.This refinery will increase Nigeria's potential for economic development in the energy sector and increase its relationship with other countries in Africa and the world.
Studying in a developed country like the United Kingdom under the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship will present an opportunity I will otherwise never be able to afford. It is an opportunity which guarantees a once in a lifetime experience. I look forward to the exposure and skills studying abroad will provide. On my return, I hope to have improved in my leadership and social skills which will aid me in achieving my goals which include getting integrated into a highly competitive law firm with an active Energy, Oil and Gas department wherein I hope to gather the necessary expertise and create a network that will gear me towards achieving my long term goals. As a northern female in an area where female education is secondary to child marriage, I am happy about how far I have come but I am more excited about what the future holds and sharing same with other females; giving them hope and an example to emulate. On the long run, my goals include getting elected into the legislative house because I believe that a lot can be achieved by enacting the right laws and creating policies focused on diversification and development of the economy.
It's an opportunity for me and my homeland
My desire to obtain a master's degree in Energy Law and professional skills is borne out of a burning desire to bring about the necessary change in my home country; Nigeria and also to be a role model to other Northern females in Nigeria showing them that there is no limit to achieving their dreams.
The role of Law in the development of any country cannot be overemphasized. Nigeria is the largest, most populous and one of the fastest developing countries in Africa with energy accounting for roughly 35% of its GDP, 75% of government revenue and 90% of export earnings. Notwithstanding these statistics, the legal system particularly as it relates to energy is not as developed as other countries in the world but its potential is without a doubt evident. Consequently, there is a dire need for qualified human capital to steer the country towards economic growth and prosperity particularly in terms of policies and legislation. This lacuna needs to be addressed more now than ever because of the emergence in Nigeria of one of the largest refineries and petrochemical plant in Africa which will commence operations in 2019.This refinery will increase Nigeria's potential for economic development in the energy sector and increase its relationship with other countries in Africa and the world.
Studying in a developed country like the United Kingdom under the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship will present an opportunity I will otherwise never be able to afford. It is an opportunity which guarantees a once in a lifetime experience. I look forward to the exposure and skills studying abroad will provide. On my return, I hope to have improved in my leadership and social skills which will aid me in achieving my goals which include getting integrated into a highly competitive law firm with an active Energy, Oil and Gas department wherein I hope to gather the necessary expertise and create a network that will gear me towards achieving my long term goals. As a northern female in an area where female education is secondary to child marriage, I am happy about how far I have come but I am more excited about what the future holds and sharing same with other females; giving them hope and an example to emulate. On the long run, my goals include getting elected into the legislative house because I believe that a lot can be achieved by enacting the right laws and creating policies focused on diversification and development of the economy.
