NELFUND Disburses ₦8.2 Billion to More Than 35,000 Students in Kogi

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed more than ₦8.2 billion to students in tertiary institutions across Kogi State. The development is expected to provide financial assistance to thousands of students facing difficulties meeting the cost of their education. According to a report by The Guardian, NELFUND disbursed ₦8.205 billion to students across eight tertiary institutions in the state. A total of 35,710 students were reported to have benefited from the disbursement. The development forms part of the Federal Government’s student-loan programme, which is designed to provide financial support to eligible students in tertiary institutions. For many students, access to funding can determine whether they are able to remain in school and meet expenses associated with their education. The Kogi disbursement also highlights the growing scale of the student-loan programme as government agencies continue to process applications and release funds to beneficiaries. NELFUND has continued to expand its operations across Nigerian institutions, with students in different states accessing funding under the programme. The latest disbursement is likely to generate further interest among students who are seeking assistance with tuition and other approved educational expenses. Students interested in the programme are advised to rely on NELFUND’s official channels for information about eligibility, applications and disbursement procedures.