The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦9,072,700 to support students of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic for the 2025/2026 academic session.
According to the disbursement announcement, the funds were credited to the institution on February 2, 2026, benefiting 152 students.
The financial support covers tuition and statutory charges, ensuring that the beneficiaries can continue their academic programmes without financial interruption.
NELFUND, established by the Federal Government to expand access to higher education financing, provides loans to eligible Nigerian students to help offset the cost of tertiary education.
The latest disbursement forms part of ongoing efforts by the fund to support students across tertiary institutions in Nigeria and reduce financial barriers to education.
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