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PUBLIC NOTICE: BEWARE OF FAKE INFORMATION The statement circulating online titled "NELFUND Clarifies Student Upkeep Payment" is FAKE and was not issued by @NELFUND. Please disregard it and rely only on NELFUND's official channels for verified updates. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 13th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 12th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 11th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

NELFUND disbursements in Plateau State continue to make a difference, supporting students with institutional fees and upkeep allowances across the state. #NELFUNDStudentLoan

I AM PROUDLY NELFUNDED! University of Lagos Student, Rume Aginavi, Celebrates Tinubu’s Education Support, Expresses Gratitude For Rume Aginavi, a student of the University of Lagos (UNILAG), the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) represents more than financial assistance; it is a meaningful intervention that is making the pursuit of higher education less financially demanding and giving students renewed confidence to achieve their academic dreams. Expressing gratitude for the opportunity, Rume proudly identifies with the growing community of beneficiaries declaring “I AM PROUDLY NELFUNDED!”, celebrating an initiative that is helping Nigerian students navigate the financial challenges associated with tertiary education. Through NELFUND, eligible students can access interest-free loans to cover approved institutional charges and, where applicable, upkeep support, reducing the financial pressure that often confronts students and their families. The initiative, championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu under the Renewed Hope Agenda, reflects a commitment to expanding educational opportunities and ensuring that financial difficulties do not become an insurmountable barrier to academic advancement. For beneficiaries like Rume, the opportunity goes beyond financial support. It brings relief, encouragement and the assurance that their educational aspirations deserve support, regardless of their economic circumstances. President Tinubu's establishment of NELFUND marks an important intervention in Nigeria's education financing landscape, providing eligible students with an additional pathway to pursue their studies while easing some of the responsibilities traditionally shouldered by parents and guardians. As more students share their NELFUND experiences, their stories highlight the importance of accessible education financing in building a society where talent, ambition and determination have greater opportunities to flourish. Indeed, Rume Aginavi's expression of gratitude reflects the hope NELFUND continues to inspire among beneficiaries and the possibilities created when financial barriers to education are addressed. NELFUND: Breaking Financial Barriers. Restoring Hope. Empowering Students. Securing Brighter Futures. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 10th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 9th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

NELFUND’s mandate is to make education more accessible by breaking down financial barriers. Every student supported represents a step towards a brighter future, as the Fund continues to bridge the gap, one student at a time, and empower young Nigerians to achieve their dreams. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 7th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

Student Loan Disbursement Dashboard as of today, 4th November, 2026. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), under the leadership of its Managing Director/CE, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr has announced plans for a two day regional workshop across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to strengthen the implementation of the Student Loan Application System Version 2.0. The initiative will equip institutional heads, bursars, desk officers, IT administrators and other key stakeholders with the knowledge and practical skills required to improve application processing, strengthen student verification, reduce errors and enhance service delivery. Through improved institutional collaboration, technical support and stakeholder engagement, NELFUND remains committed to making access to student loans more seamless, efficient and transparent for eligible Nigerian students. #NELFUNDstudentloan

DISBURSEMENT ANNOUNCEMENT NELFUND has disbursed ₦3,180,000 to the Federal College of Education (Technical), Umunze, Anambra State, benefiting 22 students for the 2025/2026 academic session. ✅ Amount Disbursed: ₦3,180,000 ✅ Students Covered: 22 📅 Date: 21 October 2026 The disbursement supports eligible student loan beneficiaries, reinforcing NELFUND’s commitment to expanding access to higher education and easing the financial burden on Nigerian students. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

NELFUND clarifies: Student loan access is voluntary, not compulsory Reaffirms commitment to ensuring that eligible Nigerian students who genuinely need financial assistance can access interest-free loans to pursue their education. #NELFUNDstudentloan

Educating the youth is key to every nation, and we need to push for all Nigerian youth to be included. #NELFUNDstudentLoan

NELFUND has disbursed ₦37.9 million to 328 students of Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igbo-Ora, Oyo State, to support their educational pursuits and expand access to higher education. #NELFUNDstudentloan

NELFUND has disbursed ₦3.6 million to the Federal College of Education, Kontagora, Niger State, to strengthen student financial support and expand access to higher education. #NELFUNDstudentloan

NELFUND milestone update highlighting the disbursement of ₦25.2 million to 491 students of Sokoto State University, Sokoto State. #NELFUNDstudentloan

NELFUND has disbursed ₦5.54 million to 142 students of Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria, Kaduna State. This is another step towards breaking financial barriers to higher education and empowering Nigerian students to achieve their academic dreams. NELFUND remains committed to increasing access to higher education under the Renewed Hope Agenda. #NELFUNDstudentloan

Happy Birthday to our Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr. Today, we celebrate a visionary leader whose dedication to expanding access to higher education continues to create opportunities and transform lives across Nigeria. May your new year bring you greater wisdom, good health, fulfilment, and many more years of impactful service. Happy Birthday, Sir! #NELFUNDstudentLoan