BREAKING: Relief and joy have swept across the campus of the Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) as the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) once again disbursed a second ₦20,000 upkeep payment to second batch applicants earlier today.
This latest credit alert, received on the morning of April 17th, marks the second time in just two weeks that these students have been credited with financial support. The first payment was disbursed earlier this month, totaling ₦20,000. With this new round of disbursements, second batch applicants have now received a total of ₦40,000 from NELFUND in April alone.
This development underscores the commitment of NELFUND to alleviating financial challenges faced by students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. The upkeep support is part of NELFUND’s larger mission to ensure that no student drops out of school due to economic hardship.
What This Means for Students: For many FUTMINNA students, this payment couldn’t have come at a better time. With rising costs of living, transportation, food, and academic expenses, the additional ₦20,000 will go a long way in covering essential needs. Students have taken to social media to express their gratitude and share the good news.
️ Reactions on Campus: “This is huge,” said Musa, a 300-level student of Engineering. “The first ₦20K helped me pay off my departmental dues and buy some groceries. Now that we’ve received another ₦20K, I can focus more on my academics without stressing about feeding and transport.”
Many students have also called for the expansion of the scheme to accommodate even more applicants and ensure sustainability over the long term.
A Quick Recap on NELFUND: NELFUND was established by the Nigerian government to provide interest-free loans and financial assistance to students in need. The goal is to bridge the economic gap and create equal opportunities for learning and personal development.
This latest double disbursement reflects a promising move toward consistent support for students. It is hoped that future payments will continue to arrive as scheduled and possibly even increase as the program evolves.
Final Thoughts: FUTMINNA students are celebrating — and rightly so. In an academic environment where every naira counts, this kind of support brings not only financial relief but also motivation and peace of mind.
As students continue to manage their academic workload, the hope is that NELFUND will maintain this momentum and expand its reach to include more beneficiaries across other universities and polytechnics.
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God bless Nelfund