304 UNIZIK students approved for loan fund

By Madu Obi

About 304 students of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka have been approved for the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

There had been speculations that Nnamdi Azikiwe University students were excluded from the scheme.

But the university's Special Adviser to the Vice Chancellor (Information & Public Relations), Dr Emmanuel Ojukwu debunked the speculation, saying that the institution is fully involved in the scheme.

"We are pleased to confirm everyone that a total of 556 students applied for NELFUND, with 304 students approved for funding as of August 16, 2024," Dr. Ojukwu said.

"The Students Affairs Unit is currently verifying the list to confirm the applicants as bona fide students before disbursement by NELFUND," Ojukwu said.

This clarification puts to rest rumours that Nnamdi Azikiwe University students were excluded from the NELFUND programme.

According to him, the university administration has assured students and the general public that it is committed to ensuring that all eligible students receive the necessary support to pursue their academic goals.

The NELFUND programme aims to provide financial assistance to students and promote access to higher education.