By Felix Khanoba
The Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) on Wednesday says it recorded a total of 9,687 new registrations, the highest in 24 hours since the opening of its application portal.
A statement signed by the Director, Corporate Communications of NELFUND, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, said 7,975 of the registrations are completed loan applications.
“The Management of Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) under the leadership of its Managing Director/CEO, Mr Akintunde Sawyerr is pleased to announce that it has received the highest student loan application within the span of 24 hours.
“Within the last 24 hours, the fund recorded a total of 9,687 student registrations, of which 7,975 are completed loan applications. This marks the highest in one day since the launch of the student loan application portal on the 25th May 2024.
“This overwhelming surge in interest, underscores the critical role that NELFUND plays in enabling access to higher education, for students facing financial challenges.
“The high number of applications confirms the fact that financial constraints is a major issue that many aspiring higher education students are facing. It reinforces the importance of NELFUND’s work in providing the necessary support to Nigerian youth.
“The Fund recorded this significant milestone in its mission to support students struggling with tertiary education financing across the nation. It is in line with the vision and action of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu (GCFR).
“Since the opening of the student loan application portal, NELFUND has recorded and steady and consistent influx of applications, highlighting the pressing need for financial assistance among Nigerian students,” the statement read.
The Fund called on students who are experiencing financial difficulties to take advantage of the scheme by applying for the loan through the NELFUND portal, adding that its streamlined application process is designed to be user-friendly, ensuring that students can easily access the support they need.
“The dedicated support team is available to assist applicants throughout the process, providing guidance and answering any questions they may have.
“This milestone is not just a testament to the effectiveness of the Fund’s outreach and the trust that students place in the program and the President’s pronouncement, but also a call to action for those who have not yet applied,” it added.
