39 h. ago Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students

By Oluseye Ojo Almost ₦50 billion has been disbursed by the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to over 500,000 students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, the National Orientation Agency (NOA) has disclosed. The disclosure was made by the Oyo State Director of NOA, Dr Olukemi Afolayan, when she featured on a live television programme – […] The post Student loans: NELFUND disburses N50bn to over 500,000 students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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69 h. ago NELFUND: NANS condemns withholding of student loans, threatens protests

The National Association of Nigerian Students has voiced concern over the alleged non-disbursement of student loans by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, despite claims that funds have already been released. PUNCH online reports that an investigation into the handling of the Federal Government’s student loan programme revealed that some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with banks, Read More

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2 d. ago Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has warned that tertiary institutions that fail to inform students of loan disbursements made read more Institutions risk legal action hiding student loan disbursement information — NELFund

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4 d. ago FUAHSE matriculates 1,000, pioneers AI, nanotechnology health courses

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Federal University of Allied Health Sciences, Enugu (FUAHSE), held its inaugural matriculation ceremony on April 12 at its Trans-Ekulu Campus, welcoming over 1,000 students. Vice-Chancellor Prof. John Emaimo called the event historic, unveiling plans to pioneer courses in nanotechnology, artificial intelligence, speech therapy, and dental technology—unique in Nigeria’s federal universities. […] The post FUAHSE matriculates 1,000, pioneers AI, nanotechnology health courses appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Institutions, banks withholding student loan funds – NELFUND

An investigation into the handling of the Federal Government’s student loan programme has revealed that some tertiary institutions, in collaboration with banks, are allegedly withholding disbursed loans from students. The findings were presented on Sunday by the Community Orientation and Mobilisation Officers of the National Orientation Agency, following reports of unethical practices. The issue came Read More

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6 d. ago UNN places high premium on merit, VC Ujam tells fresh students

From Felix Ikem, Nsukka The acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), Prof. Oguejiofo Ujam has said that the university places high premium on merit, fairness and excellence. Prof Ujam said this in Nsukka yesterday in an address during the institution’s 51st matriculation ceremony in which over 10,000 students took matriculation vows. […] The post UNN places high premium on merit, VC Ujam tells fresh students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Nigerian student defrauds US varsity of $49,000, pleads guilty

A 24-year-old Nigerian man, Mercy Ojedeji, has pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and unlawful use of fraudulent immigration documents in the United States. According to a statement released by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri on Thursday, the plea was entered in a US District Court in St. Louis, Missouri. Read More

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8 d. ago NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has expressed strong concerns over unethical practices reportedly perpetrated by some tertiary institutions in relation to the student loan scheme. According to NELFUND, certain institutions have been receiving student loan payments directly into their accounts but have failed to inform the students or update their fee records accordingly. This […] The post NELFUND Threatens To Sue Universities Withholding Student Loans But Still Asking Recipients To Pay School Fees appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFund) announced on Thursday that it has uncovered fraudulent activities by some institutions in the student loan programme’s implementation. In a statement, NELFund revealed that certain institutions fail to inform students of disbursements made on their behalf, yet still demand payment of institutional fees from those […] The post Student loan: NELFund uncovers institutional fraud, extortion of students appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Edtech upskills 3,000 students in STEM to fill talent shortage

Stem-A-School, an initiative of Product Hub Africa, has trained over 3,000 students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) to read more Edtech upskills 3,000 students in STEM to fill talent shortage

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1 week ago 1,000 pupils for Lagos International Day for Sports – Commission

The Lagos State Sports Commission  has announced that over 1,000 students from selected primary and secondary schools across the state will participate in a three-day event to commemorate the 2025 International Day of Sports for Development and Peace. According to the Commission, the activities will include a debate, a competition, and an award ceremony, scheduled Read More

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2 w. ago Coronation Group empowers students with financial literacy in Lagos

Coronation Group Limited recently conducted a financial literacy initiative, reaching over 1,000 senior secondary school students across Lagos. The program, read more Coronation Group empowers students with financial literacy in Lagos

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2 w. ago Coronation Group equips 1,000 Lagos students with financial skills

Coronation Group has empowered over 1,000 students in Lagos with financial literacy skills, noting that the move is aimed at equipping students with essential financial knowledge, foster responsible money management and long-term wealth-building habits. Speaking on the significance of the initiative, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Coronation Group, Wole Onasanya on Thursday said, Read More

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2 w. ago Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community

From Isaac Job, Uyo   Akwa Ibom state governor has lauded Amitec company for providing water project and donation of 50,000 exercise books to assist students in Ikot Ekaide ,Ikot Okoro and adjoining communities where 23km road project was constructed and commissioned in Akwa Ibom state last weekend.   Speaking during the commissioning ceremony, Eno […] The post Eno hails firm for provision of water project, 50,000 exercise books to A/ Ibom community appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students

Tribune Online Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Member of the House of Representatives representing Obokun/Oriade Federal Constituency under the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Hon. Wole Oke has awarded scholarships to 1,000 indigent students who aspire to the Osun State Technical Education. The initiative, according to the lawmaker, was part of commitment to education and support to the administration of […] Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,000 indigent students Tribune Online

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3 w. ago More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria

Tribune Online More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria •Says railways, roads, ports, airports, power stations, communication backbone networks already delivered, Nigeria should shift toward high-value-added goods export In this exclusive interview with Abuja Bureau Chief, LEON USIGBE, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, YU DUNHAI, evaluates the state of Nigeria-China relations, highlighting key achievements and future prospects. China-Nigeria relations have evolved significantly in recent years. […] More than 5,000 Nigerian students are in Chinese universities —Yu Dunhai, Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Tribune Online

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3 w. ago NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan

Tribune Online NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on the occasion of his 73rd birthday. Sawyerr, in a statement on Friday in Abuja, extolled President Tinubu’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda. He reiterated the President’s dedication […] NELFUND boss hails Tinubu, says 500,000 register for student loan Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Foundation awards N500,000 to three UNIZIK best graduating students

Tribune Online Foundation awards N500,000 to three UNIZIK best graduating students The founder of Akpoazaa Foundation Nigeria, Dr. Frank Igbojindu, has awarded N500,000 to the three best graduating students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, Anambra State. The award ceremony took place on the school premises on Wednesday. The beneficiaries are students from the Faculty of Management Sciences and the Department of Accountancy. ALSO READ: Students applying […] Foundation awards N500,000 to three UNIZIK best graduating students Tribune Online

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3 w. ago LemFi launches £50,000 grant to support International students in the UK

LemFi is a London-based financial technology platform that is transforming how immigrants in the United Kingdom, North America, and Europe access financial services. LemFi is proud to announce the launch of its grants program, the LemFi Student Grant. The initiative will provide financial assistance to students undertaking undergraduate and postgraduate studies within recognised education institutions Read More

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3 w. ago Otti orders construction of hostel, faculty buildings, cafeteria in Abia varsity

Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, has vowed to tackle the infrastructure challenges at Abia State University, Uturu, by constructing a 5,000-capacity hostel and a cafeteria for students. The governor also announced plans to construct new faculty buildings for the Law and Agriculture faculties. Additionally, he ordered the demolition and reconstruction of buildings at the ABSU Read More

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