NELFUND Loans: N154.4bn Reaches 788,947 Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund has disbursed over N154 billion in interest-free loans to students. MD Akintunde Sawyerr urges more applicants and explains reasons for failed applications.
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Cross River Enforces Vehicle Colours from Jan 31
Cross River State mandates all commercial vehicles to adopt state-approved colours and security numbers by January 31, 2026. Non-compliance will attract sanctions. The move aims to boost safety and uniformity.
NELFUND Gives N154.4bn Loans to 788,947 Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses N154.4bn in interest-free loans to 788,947 students. CEO Akintunde Sawyerr reveals details and urges more applications from public institution students.
1,100+ Ondo Varsity Students Get N144.5m Loan
Adekunle Ajasin University confirms over 1,116 students benefited from N144.5m NELFUND loans for tuition. VC also details new hostel projects to enhance campus safety. Read more.
LP to Sue Ogun State Over N1.669 Trillion Budget Loan
Labour Party warns Governor Dapo Abiodun against borrowing to fund Ogun's 2026 budget, threatens court action. Details on the N518.9bn debt plan and political showdown.
NELFUND Pays ₦997.8m Tuition for 5,386 KWASU Students
Nigerian Education Loan Fund disburses ₦997.8 million to cover tuition for 5,386 Kwara State University students for the 2024/2025 session. Read the full details of this major educational intervention.
Student Burned Alive in Vienna Crypto Extortion
A Ukrainian student was tortured and burned alive in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects, including a fellow student, have been arrested. Read the shocking details.
UNIOSUN VC Warns Students on Social Media, Promotes NELFUND
Osun State University VC, Prof. Clement Adebooye, advises new students against social media misuse and encourages applications for the NELFUND loan scheme to support their education.
Nigerian Student's UK Entry Experience Goes Viral
A Nigerian lady on a student visa recounts the questions UK immigration officials asked her upon arrival. See the public's reaction and her detailed responses.
Nigeria Gets $100m AfDB Loan for Youth Fund
Nigeria's FEC has approved a $100 million AfDB loan for the Youth Investment Fund and a $50m Islamic Bank loan for Yobe agriculture. President Tinubu pushes for 7% growth.
Nigerian Woman Cries Over UK Student Visa Denial
A Nigerian lady weeps after her UK student visa was refused despite a priority application and a harrowing interview. She claims her interviewer's nationality played a role. Read her full story and public reactions.
Mother Seeks Answers After Student Daughter's Death
The mother of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera disputes police findings after her daughter was found dead following a football game. Investigation ongoing.
UBA MD: Bank Credit is Not a Gift, Must Be Repaid
UBA MD Oliver Alawuba cautions Nigerians to treat loans responsibly as bank lending hits N46.7 trillion. CIBN also addresses 'Japa' impact with new fund. Read more.
UK Halts $1.15bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, paused after a deadly 2021 attack, faces new hurdles. Read more on the implications for Africa's energy sector.
UK Pulls $1.15bn Loan for Mozambique Gas Project
Britain withdraws funding for TotalEnergies' Mozambique LNG project, citing national interests. The $20bn project, halted by jihadist violence, faces new hurdles. Read the full analysis.
Nearly 800,000 Students Benefit from NELFUND Loan Scheme
Nigerian Education Loan Fund reveals 788,947 students have received loans totaling N140.88 billion. Discover the breakdown, top applying universities, and student experiences with the scheme.
FG Opens N50m Student Grant Portal for Entrepreneurs
Federal Government launches Student Venture Capital Grant portal offering up to ₦50 million equity-free funding for Nigerian student entrepreneurs in STEMM fields. Apply now!
$460m Abuja CCTV Project Failure Under Investigation
House of Representatives launches forensic investigation into failed $460 million CCTV project as Abuja faces worsening insecurity. Committee demands accountability.
UNIPORT Student Gets Death Sentence for Killing
A University of Port Harcourt student has been sentenced to death for the murder and dismemberment of his girlfriend. Justice delivered in Rivers State High Court.
AfDB approves $500m loan for Nigeria's budget
African Development Bank approves $500 million budget support for Nigeria to boost non-oil revenues and energy sector reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's economic growth.
AfDB Approves $500m Loan for Nigeria Energy Reforms
African Development Bank approves $500 million loan to support Nigeria's energy sector reforms and climate action. Learn how this funding will transform Nigeria's power sector.
Nigerian Couple's $88,000 Wedding Loan Costs $158,924
A Nigerian couple borrowed $88,000 for their wedding and will repay $158,924 over 17 years. Shocking details revealed by friend spark wedding cost debate.
Nigeria gets $500m AfDB loan for energy transition
Federal Government secures $500 million from African Development Bank to finance energy transition and economic governance reforms. Learn how this impacts Nigeria's development.
CBN Retains MPR at 27%, Delays Loan Rate Cuts
Nigeria's Central Bank maintains 27% interest rate to fight inflation. Businesses and borrowers face continued high loan costs as monetary tightening persists. Learn what this means for you.
5 Govt Loans & Grants for Nigerians Under Tinubu
Discover 5 government loan and grant schemes under Tinubu's administration helping Nigerians overcome economic hardship. Learn how to apply for NELFUND, CrediCorp, and more.
Nigerian emerges best graduating student at Al-Azhar University
Muhammadul-Awwal Babatunde, a 27-year-old Nigerian, has graduated as the overall best student from Egypt's prestigious Al-Azhar University, bringing honor to Nigeria and showcasing the quality of Nigerian Islamic education.
Finalist Posts Video as Only Student in Her Level
A Nigerian building technology student reveals what it's like being the only student in her 500-level class. Watch the viral video that sparked massive reactions online.
Oborevwori hails Navy's role in national stability
Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori commended the Nigerian Navy for safeguarding maritime assets and oil infrastructure. The state also plans a ₦1bn BOI loan to boost industrialization.
13-year-old boy shares unusual university experiences
A Nigerian prodigy who entered Federal University Oye Ekiti at age 13 reveals four surprising challenges he faced as Africa's youngest undergraduate. Read his inspiring story!
Nigerian Re-elected President of All-Africa Students Union
Nigerian student Osisiogu Osikenyi wins re-election as president of All-Africa Students Union in Accra. Read about his vision for African students and the upcoming elections.
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