On Saturday, July 8, 2023, Innoson Vehicles announced the withdrawal of the N3m scholarship previously awarded to Miss Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme.
The decision came to light through an official statement released by the company.
According to the statement, the revocation was prompted by the discovery of score manipulation in Mmesoma’s UTME results.
The statement reads:
“In recent days, we have diligently investigated the allegations surrounding the 2023 UTME examination results of one of our scholarship recipients, Miss Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme.
“Initially, it was reported that Miss Joy achieved an exceptional score on the exam, which led to her being granted a scholarship by our company.
“However, subsequent reports raised concerns about inconsistencies in her UTME score. In response, we sought clarification from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and engaged in direct dialogue with Miss Joy to allow her to present her perspective.
“To ensure an impartial investigation, a committee was established by the Anambra State Governor, Dr. Charles Chukwuma Soludo, to thoroughly examine this matter.
“The findings of this comprehensive investigation have now confirmed that Miss Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme did indeed manipulate her UTME results.
“This conclusion is profoundly disappointing and directly contradicts the core values cherished by Innoson Vehicles, especially those that underpin our scholarship program.
“In light of these principles and in response to the verified findings, we have made the difficult decision to rescind the scholarship awarded to Miss Joy Mmesoma Ejikeme.
“This action underscores our unwavering commitment to honesty, integrity, and recognizing merit-based achievements.
“We understand that this development is regrettable and has undoubtedly caused disappointment among those who supported Miss Joy, including her school principal and other well-intentioned individuals. However, it is imperative to uphold the integrity of our scholarship program and the values it represents.
“Innoson Vehicles remains steadfast in its mission to support deserving students, invest in the future of our education sector, and uphold the highest ethical standards.
“We have always been deeply devoted to the advancement of education.”