17th April , 2025
Oyedapo Oyewole
News desk
The Oyo State Director of the National Orientation Agency (NOA), Dr. Olukemi Afolayan has assured Nigerian students that the government is working tirelessly to ensure a transparent and accountable disbursement of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).
During a live television program,’BOSENLO’ on BCOS studio, Dr. Afolayan explained the application process and revealed that over 500,000 students are currently benefiting from the scheme, with almost 50 billion naira disbursed so far.
Key Highlights of the interview:
On Government’s Commitment: Dr. Afolayan assured students that the government is committed to ensuring a hitch-free process despite some challenges.
Addressing Corruption: The NOA is working to identify and report to appropriate agencies institutions and individuals hindering access to the loan.
Speaking further on Application Status: Dr. Afolayan urged verified applicants to remain hopeful, while those not verified were advised to reapply.
On Loan Repayment The director emphasized the importance of prompt repayment to sustain the scheme.
In Conclusion
Dr. Afolayan reiterated NOA’s Director General, Mallam Lanre Issa Onilu’s assurance to students and parents of the Agency’s dedication to ensuring that all qualified applicants benefit from the government intervention program. She urged the public to report any misconduct for thorough investigation.
