Student Loan: NELFUND Disburses Monthly Stipends for 20,371 Undergraduates
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed N20,000.00 monthly stipends for July to 20,371 students from six tertiary institutions.
The agency said this in a statement signed by its Director of Finance and Accounts, Mr Ibom Uche on Monday in Abuja.
According to NELFUND, students from Bayero University Kano; Federal University, Dutsin-Ma; University of Ilorin; University of Benin; University of Ibadan, and University of Maiduguri have received their stipend for July.
The statement said: “This initiative further underscores H.E. President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s promised unwavering commitment to supporting Nigerian students by ensuring financial stability throughout their academic pursuit.
Students from the following institutions whose institutional fees have already been paid by NELFUND have begun to receive July upkeep stipends:
- Bayero University Kano
- Federal University, Dustin-Ma
- University of Ilorin
- University of Benin
- University of Ibadan
- University of Maiduguri
“NELFUND is diligently working to commence the payment process for students from approximately 55 additional tertiary institutions.
“It is anticipated that this will be concluded within the next two weeks as the fund is committed to ensuring that all eligible students receive their stipends promptly.
“NELFUND remains steadfast in its mission to support the educational aspirations of Nigerian students by providing financial assistance for studies at qualifying institutions and ensuring the timely disbursement of stipends for day-to-day expenses.
“It is noteworthy that the President only Sunday committed a further 50 billion Naira from recovered proceeds of crime.
“NELFUND appreciates the patience and cooperation of students and institutions as the organisation works assiduously to fulfill its previously made commitments to Nigerian students.”
