More Nigerian students will now get a second chance to apply for federal loans as interest in the scheme spikes nationwide.
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has approved an extension of its student loan application portal after recording a sharp rise in applications and enquiries.
In a statement issued in Abuja, the Fund’s Director of Strategic Communications, Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, quoted Managing Director Akintunde Sawyerr as saying the move reflects the agency’s commitment to inclusivity and equal access.
The portal was initially scheduled to close on February 27, 2026. But Sawyerr explained that growing awareness from ongoing sensitisation campaigns across the six geopolitical zones led to overwhelming feedback from students and stakeholders — prompting the extension.
He said the additional window would help eligible students who need more time to complete their applications, as well as those who only recently became aware of the scheme. Institutions just beginning the 2025/2026 academic session, and those yet to submit verified student lists, will also benefit.
Sawyerr urged institutions that have not commenced the new academic session to formally request an extension with their approved calendars. Students, meanwhile, are advised to complete their applications on the official portal before the final deadline.
The message is clear: don’t miss the opportunity.
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