The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has announced that its student loan application portal will officially open on May 24, 2024. Akintunde Sawyerr, Managing Director of NELFUND, made this announcement in a statement on Thursday, marking a significant step toward making education more accessible and inclusive for all Nigerian students.

"Through the portal, students can now access loans to pursue their academic aspirations without financial constraints," Sawyerr stated. The announcement, signed by Nasir Ayitogo, the Fund’s Media and Public Relations Lead, emphasized that the portal offers a user-friendly interface for students to conveniently submit their loan applications.

"We encourage all eligible students to take advantage of this opportunity to invest in their future and contribute to the growth and development of our nation," the statement added.

Students can access the portal at www.nelf.gov.ng to begin their applications. For assistance, they can contact the Fund via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or through their social media handles.