
By JOHN ONAH, Abuja –
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has frowned at a publication by a National daily titled “51 varsities, others embroiled in illegal deductions from students’ loans”, published on April 29, 2025.
In a statement by its Managing Director,. Mr Akintunde Sawyerr, NELFUND clarified that it was neither consulted for this report nor did it provide any data, comment, or contribution to the publication in question.
The Fund hereby unequivocally disassociates itself from the said article and any inferences that suggest our involvement”.
“All official information regarding our activities will continue to be disseminated through verified and authorized communication channels”.
“We urge the media and the public to verify any information relating to NELFUND through our official platforms to avoid the spread of misinformation”, he said.
“For further inquiries, please contact us directly via our official channels below: • Email: [email protected] • Social Media: @NELFUND• Website: www.nelf.gov.ng”, he added.