Kwara Emerging Scholars’ Forum

16/07/2025

KESF Webinar 2.6 Alert!!!

Esteemed Scholars,

Did you wish to improve your research and publication skills? Join the Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum for our upcoming webinar! Learn valuable insights on literature review, referencing, and research positioning.


Webinar Details:
Title: From Concept to Publication: A Practical Approach to Literature Review, Referencing, and Research Positioning

Facilitator: Dr. Kamaldeen Olalekan Sanusi

Date : July 26th, 2025

Time: 4:30 pm

Venue : Google Meet

15/06/2025

UPDATE ALERT!

Dear Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum applicants,

Check your email inbox and spam/junk folders too! for important updates on your application status!

Stay tuned for more info and get ready to take your place among the next generation of scholars and leaders!

20/03/2025

Dear respected professors and erudite scientists,

I hope you’re doing well! I’d like to invite you to an exciting event organized by the Consortium of Universities in Kwara (KU8+) containing University of Ilorin, Al-Hikmah University, Kwara State University, Malete, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Summit University, Offa, Ojaja University, Eyenkorin, Ahman Pategi University, Patigi, Thomas Adewumi University, Oko and Mouhammed Kamalu-deen University, Ilorin.

It's a great opportunity to connect, learn, and collaborate with academics and professionals.

It scheduled to hold from Wednesday, 6th August to Friday, 8th August, 2025 at the Mini Convocation Arena, Kwara State University, Malete

I’d love to see you there!
Best Regards.

16/03/2025

15 days to the application deadline

Join the Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum!

We're excited to announce that membership applications are now open!

Who can join?

- Be a recent graduate of tertiary institutions in Nigeria or abroad
- Be an indigine of Kwara state
- Be passionate about personal and community development
- Those passionate about academic excellence, research, and community development

Benefits of Membership

- Connect with fellow scholars
- Access research grants and academic opportunities
- Participate in workshops and conferences
- Develop leadership and mentorship skills

How to apply

- Fill out our application form (available in the comment section)

Deadline: 31st March, 2025

Join us today and become part of a community of emerging scholars!

13/03/2025

Join the Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum!

We're excited to announce that membership applications are now open!

Who can join?

- Be a recent graduate of tertiary institutions in Nigeria or abroad
- Be an indigine of Kwara state
- Be passionate about personal and community development
- Those passionate about academic excellence, research, and community development

Benefits of Membership

- Connect with fellow scholars
- Access research grants and academic opportunities
- Participate in workshops and conferences
- Develop leadership and mentorship skills

How to apply

- Fill out our application form (available in the comment section)

Deadline: 31st March, 2025

Join us today and become part of a community of emerging scholars!

11/03/2025

Exciting News!

Attention all aspiring scholars!

We are thrilled to announce that the wait is almost over! The Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum (KESF) call for membership will be released by 6pm on 12th March 2025!

Stay glued to our page and be on the lookout for the new post, as we will be sharing all the details you need to know about joining our community of emerging scholars.

Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of KESF and take your academic journey to the next level!

Mark your calendars: 6pm; 12th March 2025!

We can't wait to welcome our new members!

Best regards,
KESF Team

18/02/2025

KESF Webinar 2.4 Alert!!!

Theme: Navigating Application Fee Waivers and Document Notarization: Upcoming Webinar*

Are you looking forward to navigating the complexities of application fee waivers and document notarization? Look no further! The Kwara Emerging Scholars Forum is excited to announce its upcoming webinar, designed to provide valuable insights and guidance on these critical topics.

Webinar Details:

Title: Navigating Application Fee Waivers and Document Notarization
Facilitator: Scholar Abdulqayyum Akindele (PhD Candidate, University of Florida)
Date: February 23rd, 2025
Time: 4:30 pm
Venue: Google Meet

We look forward to seeing you at the webinar!

09/02/2025

Esteemed Scholars,

Join us TODAY at 4:30pm as we welcome Muneer Yaqub for an insightful discussion on:

"Crafting Compelling Personal Statements and Cold Emails"

Discover the secrets to making a lasting impression and boosting your chances of success!

To secure your spot, find the meeting link in the comments section below!

Don't miss out on this game-changing opportunity!

See you there!

03/02/2025

Esteemed Scholars

Kwara Emerging Scholars' Forum is excited to announce its next webinar!

Topic: Crafting Compelling Personal Statement and Cold Emails

Speaker: Muneer Yaqub

Date: 9th February, 2025
Time: 4:30 pm

Venue: Google Meet

Are you preparing for graduate school or scholarship applications? Do you want to learn the secrets of crafting a compelling personal statement and cold emails?

Join us as Muneer Yaqub shares expert tips and insights on writing a winning personal statement and cold emails that will help you stand out from the application pool competition!

Don't miss this opportunity! Mark your calendars and join us on Google Meet.

We look forward to seeing you there!

25/01/2025

Esteemed Scholars!

Are you looking forward to joining the KESF 2.2 webinar on how to craft a winning CV?

Meet our Facilitator

Afeez Tobi Azeez, reputably called “Tobie”, is a wordsmith, who believes steadily that writing is the greatest finesse. He has an uncanny passion for crafting impactful academic and professional contents that engage, inform, and inspire. His expertise spans content marketing, writing, and career coaching.

Tobie is a thinker, believer, tech-enthusiast and adventurous writer dedicated to helping youngsters discover academic opportunities, guiding them to realize their educational and career aspirations at no cost.

His deep interest in Rhetoric and Technical Communication reflects his belief in the transformative power of language to educate, influence, and create change. Through this, he explores how effective communication drives progress across professional and socio-cultural spheres.

Tobie is the founder of Tobie Contents, a content strategy marketing agency, specializing in delivering high-quality, results-driven content strategies that articulate value, foster engagement, and support growth, with a mission rooted in purposeful writing and innovation.

23/01/2025

Excerpt from KESF 2.1 Webinar.

At Kwara Emerging Scholars’ Forum, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. Scholarships play a crucial role in making quality education accessible, and fully funded scholarships like Chevening, Mastercard, Erasmus+, and others can open doors to endless possibilities.

In the last KESF 2.1, Uchenna Emelife highlighted some of the top scholarships every aspiring postgraduate student should aim for.

Remember, securing the right funding is the first step toward realizing your academic and professional dreams!

22/01/2025

Dear Scholars,

The Kwara Emerging Scholars’ Forum (KESF) invites you to its second webinar session, KESF 2.2, titled “Mastering the Art of Crafting a Winning CV.”

This webinar is designed to help you build a comprehensive checklist for a successful scholarship application, equipping you with the tools and insights to make your CV stand out.

Facilitator: Afeez Tobi Azeez
Date: January 26, 2025
Time: 4:30 PM
Platform: Google Meet

Whether you’re a student or a professional looking to refine your CV for scholarship opportunities, this session is tailored to guide you through the essentials of crafting a compelling and impactful CV.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your CV-writing skills and increase your chances of scholarship success!