The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed ₦9,730,200 to 285 students of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies, Kano State, for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The institution confirmed receipt of the funds in an acknowledgement letter dated September 7, 2026, addressed to NELFUND’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.
According to the institution, the money was received in four tranches before being disbursed to the beneficiary students.
The first tranche of ₦3,481,800 covered 101 students, while the second payment of ₦1,519,700 benefited 41 students. The third tranche of ₦1,297,000 covered 42 students, while the fourth payment of ₦3,431,700 benefited another 101 students.
The Acting Provost of the college, Dr. Ali Tamasi Mu’az, expressed appreciation to NELFUND for the intervention, describing it as a valuable contribution to educational development in Nigeria.
The institution also reaffirmed its commitment to working with NELFUND to expand access to education and support eligible students.
The disbursement highlights the role of the Federal Government’s student-loan initiative in helping students manage the financial demands of tertiary education and pursue their academic goals.
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