The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced the reopening of its student loan application portal, offering a 48-hour submission window for eligible students to apply for financial support under the federal government’s tertiary education loan scheme.
In a statement released on Friday, NELFUND said the reopening is aimed at accommodating students who were unable to complete their applications during the initial registration phase. The organization emphasized that the limited reopening period will enable it to process pending applications and prepare for the next academic cycle.
“This 48-hour window is to ensure that all eligible applicants who missed the earlier deadline have another opportunity to complete their applications,” the statement read.
The student loan program, a key initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, was designed to improve access to higher education for Nigerian students by providing interest-free loans to those enrolled in public tertiary institutions across the country.
According to NELFUND, the online portal — accessible via www.nelf.gov.ng — will remain open for two days only, after which the window will automatically close. Applicants are advised to upload accurate documentation, including institutional admission details, guarantor information, and verified bank data, to ensure their applications are successfully processed.
The fund reiterated its commitment to transparency, accountability, and efficiency in the disbursement process, noting that loan approvals and disbursements will be handled digitally to minimize delays and human interference.
Since its initial rollout earlier in 2025, the NELFUND scheme has attracted thousands of applications nationwide, reflecting widespread demand among students seeking financial assistance to cover tuition, accommodation, and educational expenses.
Stakeholders in the education sector have commended the move, describing it as a vital step toward reducing financial barriers to tertiary education and promoting human capital development in line with the federal government’s youth empowerment agenda.
