Tinubu Commits Over N90bn to Student Welfare, Education — FG

The Federal Government says President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has committed more than ?90 billion to the welfare and education of Nigerian students across tertiary institutions, through the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, disclosed this on Wednesday in Abuja during a courtesy visit from a delegation of State Commissioners of Information, led by Prof. Usman Tar, Borno State Commissioner of Information and Internal Security.

Idris said the initiative has provided financial relief to over 400,000 students, allowing them to continue their education without interruption.

“The Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu has committed ?90 billion to NELFUND. Tinubu’s vision is that, on no account, should a Nigerian child of school age be denied going to a tertiary institution,” he stated.

He clarified that the intervention extends beyond tuition fees, with students also receiving upkeep allowances.

“This amount is not for school fees alone but also for upkeep of over 400,000 students across different tertiary institutions in the country,” Idris explained.

Commitment to Inclusive Development

The Minister stressed that President Tinubu’s policies are designed for all Nigerians, regardless of political or religious affiliations.

“Nigeria under Tinubu is on the path to prosperity. We are in government to serve the interests of all, irrespective of political parties,” he said.

He urged Nigerians to judge government initiatives on merit rather than partisan lines:

“If you will not listen to me because I was appointed by President Tinubu of the APC, don’t forget that your children need NELFUND to stay in school, and your people who have cancer need access to the Cancer Screening and Treatment Centres provided by this government.”

What You Should Know

• NELFUND was introduced by President Tinubu to expand access to higher education and reduce financial burdens on students and families.
• As of September 3, 2025, a total of 780,089 students have registered, with 788,842 applications received. Out of these, 449,039 students have benefited so far.
• By August 6, 2025, disbursements had reached ?86.3 billion: ?47.6 billion covered institutional fees across 218 tertiary institutions, while ?38.7 billion went directly to students as upkeep allowances.
• NELFUND has announced the relocation of its headquarters to a permanent office at House 12, Plot 103/104, Monrovia Street, Wuse 2, Abuja, effective September 5, 2025.

Idris described the programme as a flagship intervention in education, positioning Nigeria’s youth to thrive in spite of economic challenges.