NELFUND Condemns Tuition Refund Delays
Analysis based on 41 articles · First reported Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026
The actions by the Nigeria — Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) to address tuition refund delays and arbitrary fee increases by tertiary institutions are expected to positively impact students and the integrity of Nigeria's student loan program. This could lead to increased public confidence in the scheme and potentially boost enrollment in higher education, benefiting the education sector in Nigeria.
The Nigeria — Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has condemned unethical practices by some tertiary institutions, including delaying or refusing to refund tuition fees to students who had already paid before NELFUND disbursed education loans. NELFUND also raised concerns about arbitrary increases in tuition fees and other institutional charges, stating that these actions undermine the objectives of the federal government's student loan scheme, an initiative of President Bola Tinubu's administration. NELFUND has begun engaging with affected institutions and relevant authorities to ensure eligible students receive their refunds and that institutional charges remain fair and transparent, aiming to protect students' interests and preserve the integrity of this national intervention.
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