Widow's Daughters get Full Scholarship After CBI News Report (Video)
Last update: August 13, 2026
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What started as a story of loss and hardship has turned into a story of hope, all because one man was watching cbinews.tv.
Across Nigeria, countless widows face enormous hardship after losing their husbands to insecurity or natural causes. Beyond the grief of bereavement, many are left struggling to provide food, shelter, healthcare and education for their children.
When the financial pressure becomes too much, some are forced to make heartbreaking decisions, including pulling their children out of school.
It is a reality CBI News has continued to shine a light on.
One of those reports, filed by CBI News Correspondent Abideen Muhammad for cbinews.tv, told the story of a widow and her three daughters who had been forced to drop out of school after their father died because their mother could no longer afford their education.
That report did not just inform; it inspired action.
It caught the attention of Abubakar Jibrin, a school proprietor in the community, who was deeply moved by the family's situation and decided to step in.
His intervention was life-changing. He offered all three girls full scholarships, giving them the chance to return to the classroom and chase their dreams once again. For the sisters, the joy was instant.
“I sincerely thank Almighty God, and I am very happy to receive this scholarship because it will change my life. By God’s grace, I will achieve my dream of becoming a doctor because education is the best investment in life.”
“I am very happy because, in the future, I would also like to help my community.”
“This scholarship will change my life and help me achieve my dream of becoming a teacher.”
For their mother, who had been carrying the burden alone, the relief was overwhelming.
“I am sincerely happy because I could not afford their education. This opportunity will give them a better future. As girls, they will one day pass on what they have learned to future generations.”
Jibrin told cbinews.tv he was inspired to act after watching the original CBI News report.
With their future now restored, the three girls had heartfelt words of appreciation for the man who changed their story, and for the journalism that made it possible.
“We thank God and also thank you for being the reason for our happiness. May God grant all your heart’s desires.”)
“Thank you. May God bless you. May God reward you for what you have done for us.”
“I thank God for this scholarship. I will work hard so that I can teach my own children and other children in my community.”
“I am sincerely happy for this scholarship. May Almighty God reward him with Paradise.”
What began as a report on the struggles of a grieving widow has become a powerful reminder of the impact of journalism.
A single story on cbinews.tv has restored hope, returned three girls to school and proved that one act of kindness can transform an entire family's future.
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