Regina Otokpa 
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the successful disbursement of N20,000.00 monthly stipends for the month of July to 20,371 students from six tertiary institutions.
The Managing Director of NELFUND Mr Akintunde Sawyerr who made the announcement in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, said the
initiative further underscores President Bola Tinubu’s punwavering commitment to supporting Nigerian students by ensuring financial stability throughout their academic pursuit.
The statement which was signed by the
Director of Finance and Accounts, NELFUND, Mr Ibom Uche disclosed that the six universities where beneficiaries have had their institutional fees paid and have also received stipends were; Bayero University Kano, Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, University of Ilorin, University of Benin, University of Ibadan and University of Maiduguri.
He said: “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 previous made commitments to Nigerian students.”
