Beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) in Anambra State have publicly endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office, citing his educational reforms as transformative. The students donated N10.7 million towards the purchase of Tinubu's expression of interest form as a gesture of gratitude.
Endorsement Event at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University
The endorsement took place at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam campus, on Friday. The Chairman of the National Association of Nigerian Students Joint Campus Council in Anambra State, Ifeanyichukwu Chukwuemeka, described the gesture as a mark of gratitude for Tinubu's youth-focused policies. He stated: "We, the beneficiaries of NELFUND scheme, are collectively endorsing President Bola Tinubu for a second term in office. This is in recognition of the transformative impact of the NELFUND's access to higher education and the alleviation of financial burdens for Nigerian students."
N10.7 Million Donation for Expression of Interest Form
The students donated N10,735,500 towards the purchase of Tinubu's expression of interest form. According to Chukwuemeka, the contribution symbolises appreciation for the President's bold educational reforms, youth-oriented policies, and commitment to expanding access to tertiary education opportunities across the nation. The students also expressed gratitude to Governor Chukwuma Soludo for his support of Anambra students and his efforts to raise educational standards in the state.
Recognition of Key Stakeholders
The students acknowledged the role of key stakeholders in strengthening youth engagement and student mobilisation across the Southeast. Businessman Obinna Iyiegbu, popularly known as Obi Cubana, was commended for his contributions to youth empowerment as the South-East Coordinator of the City Boys Movement. The State Women Leader of the group, Adaora Soludo, and the State Coordinator, Nonso Ozoemena, were also praised for their roles in youth mobilisation and leadership development.
Among those present at the endorsement event were former Special Assistant to Governor Soludo on Student Matters, Okoye Mathew, alongside several Student Union Government presidents.
NELFUND Warns of Fraudulent Loan Portals
In a related development, the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has raised alarm over a fake online loan portal targeting Nigerian students with fraudulent messages. NELFUND warned the students to be cautious of such portals and their misleading messages directing students to apply. NELFUND's Director of Strategic Communications, Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, released a statement in Abuja on Monday, urging the public, particularly students, parents, and guardians, to be aware and avoid clicking on unverified links. She reiterated that NELFUND only has one official portal for student loan application: https://nelf.gov.ng. She encouraged the public to avoid submitting personal or financial information on suspicious websites and to report suspicious messages and website links to NELFUND via email at info@nelf.gov.ng.
