NELFUND Loan for Nigerians Studying Abroad: What NANS Is Asking the Senate to Change

The Insights 12 August 2026

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Turkish Zone, has called on the Senate to consider extending the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to eligible Nigerians studying in accredited institutions outside Nigeria.  The proposal could become significant for Nigerian

New Government Programmes Every Nigerian Should Know in 2026 

The Insights 13 July 2026

The Nigerian government continues to introduce programmes aimed at creating jobs, supporting businesses, improving education, and strengthening the economy. Staying informed about these new government programmes in Nigeria can help individuals, students, entrepreneurs, farmers, and artisans access valuable opportunities.  “Opportunities don’t always come with

NELFUND Disburses ₦1.5 Billion to 6,129 Students: How to Apply for Nigeria’s Student Loan Scheme 

The Insights 9 July 2026

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦1.5 billion to three tertiary institutions for the 2025/2026 academic session, benefiting 6,129 students.  According to NELFUND, Bamidele Olumilua University of Education, Science and Technology (BOUESTI) received ₦1.36 billion for 5,396

ASUU Awards ₦6.2 Million Scholarship to Indigent OOU Students: What It Means and How to Benefit 

The Insights 22 December 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) chapter, has awarded ₦6.2 million in scholarships to 31 indigent students of the institution. Each beneficiary received ₦200,000 to support the payment of school fees and approved charges for the 2025/2026 academic session.  The initiative, announced

NELFUND Disburses ₦86.3bn Student Loans to 450,000 Beneficiaries 

The Insights 11 August 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has revealed that a total of 449,039 students has benefited from its student loan scheme since the loan portal launched on May 24, 2024. According to the latest report released on Monday, August 11, 2025, the scheme has so far disbursed ₦86,347,458,384 as of August 6, 2025.  Breakdown of […]

Adeyemi University VC Urges Swift Release of NELFund Loans for 995 Students 

The Insights 20 May 2025

The Acting Vice Chancellor of Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo, Prof. Samuel Akintunde, has called on the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) to urgently disburse loans to students who have applied. According to him, 995 students of the institution are yet to receive the approved loan funds, totaling ₦68,316,200.  Prof. Akintunde made this appeal […]

Low Female Participation in Student Loan Scheme Worries NELFUND 

The Insights 11 March 2025

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed concern over the low number of female applicants for its student loan scheme. The Fund’s Managing Director, Akintunde Sawyerr, revealed this during the International Women’s Day celebration in Abuja, emphasizing the need for more female participation.  Low Female Application Rate  Sawyerr, represented by

Accessing Education Loans in Nigeria A Path to Better Opportunities 

The Insights 25 November 2024

Nigeria Education Loan Funds – ARDnig NELFUND offers Nigerian students’ interest-free loans to support their education, with easy application processes and no fixed repayment terms. State governments, like Borno, are actively assisting students to benefit from this initiative. This program empowers students to achieve their goals without financial stress,

NELFUND Receives N50bn from EFCC to Boost Nigerian Education Loan

The Insights 23 August 2024

Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director NELFUND – ARDnig NELFUND has received a substantial N50bn from the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, following President Bola Tinubu’s directive. This significant fund injection is aimed at boosting the Nigerian student loan program, a key initiative under Tinubu’s administration. The fund is set to improve

Over N2.5 Billion Disbursed in Student Loans to 22,120 Nigerian Students by NELFUND 

The Insights 3 August 2024

Nigeria Education Loan Fund – ARDnig The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed over N2.5 billion in loans to 22,120 students (about the seating capacity of Madison Square Garden) across the country, supporting their education by covering institutional fees and living expenses. This initiative, aligned with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment