_By Remilekun Enitan Oyelowo_
_Powered by Team 60/60 Media Network for Asiwaju_
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is placing education reform at the heart of his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) — an initiative designed to expand access to higher education, support students, and ease the financial burden on parents and guardians.
For generations, access to higher education in Nigeria has depended largely on a family’s ability to pay. Today, under President Tinubu, eligible students have a new opportunity to access interest-free loans to support their tertiary education.
Established under the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act, 2024, NELFUND provides eligible students with financial assistance for institutional fees and approved upkeep expenses. Thousands of students have already benefited, reflecting the government’s commitment to opening more doors for young Nigerians.
This is a new chapter in how Nigeria finances higher education. By introducing a structured student loan scheme, the Tinubu administration has created another pathway for eligible students to pursue their academic ambitions while helping parents manage the cost of supporting them.
*WHAT STUDENTS AND PARENTS NEED TO KNOW*
Research by Team 60/60 Media Network for Asiwaju has highlighted an important concern: some student beneficiaries may not have informed their parents about the loans they received, while many other eligible students are yet to take advantage of the opportunity.
That makes public awareness essential. Students need to understand how NELFUND works, who qualifies, how to apply, and what to do when an application is delayed. Parents and guardians also need accurate information so they can guide their children and understand the support available.
Through this campaign, we will explain the process in simple language — the application requirements, how to check application status, and how to seek help through official channels.
Students and parents can visit https://nelf.gov.ng/ for official information about the programme.
*TAKING ASIWAJU’S ACHIEVEMENTS TO THE GRASSROOTS*
NELFUND is the first story in our 60-day media campaign to bring the policies, programmes and interventions of the Tinubu administration closer to Nigerians.
Through television, digital and print media, Team 60/60 Media Network for Asiwaju will highlight initiatives across education, youth development, agriculture, infrastructure and other key sectors.
Our mission is to ensure that people in communities across Nigeria understand the opportunities available to them and are better informed about the work of the Tinubu administration.
As the country looks towards the 2027 general election, we believe citizens should have access to clear information about government policies and programmes so they can assess their impact and make informed decisions.
President Tinubu’s education loan initiative deserves attention because education is an investment in young people, families and Nigeria’s future. Expanding access to higher education means expanding opportunities for the next generation.
The Renewed Hope message is clear: more opportunities for students, support for parents, and a stronger foundation for Nigeria’s future.
This is Day One. For the next 60 days, we will continue taking the story of Asiwaju’s policies and achievements to the grassroots, one story at a time.
*TEAM 60/60 MEDIA NETWORK FOR ASIWAJU*
_60 Days, 60 Stories: Taking Asiwaju’s Achievements to the Grassroots._
