The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has disbursed N355.87 billion since its student loan portal opened in May 2024. The funds have been allocated for institutional fees and students' upkeep, with over 1.65 million applications processed by early September. The editorial emphasizes the need for the government to protect the scheme from failure to ensure its sustainability and impact on education.
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