COOU Students Celebrate NELFUND Refunds and Transparency

By Chris Ohaerisim

Date: March 3, 2025

On Thursday, March 3, 2025, the team from Universal Television (UTV) Africa visited Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU) in Anambra State to interact with beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

The visit aimed to gather feedback from students who recently received refunds from NELFUND for fees they had already paid. These students, who had applied and qualified for the education loan, spoke to UTV about their experiences with the process and how they felt about the Federal Government’s initiative to ease the financial burden of higher education.

The excitement and relief were evident, as students praised the transparency and efficiency of the refund process. Many described the NELFUND initiative as a game-changer for youths seeking access to education without the weight of immediate financial strain.

Watch the full interview here:

Poster for the UTV Africa visit to COOU

NELFUND Disburses N71 Million Loan to 580 Students at MOUAU

In a related development, Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) announced that 580 students have successfully received a total of ₦71,000,000 from NELFUND.

The Vice Chancellor of MOUAU, Professor Maduebibisi Ofo Iwe, confirmed the disbursement and expressed gratitude to NELFUND for supporting students in need. He encouraged other students to apply for the loan, emphasizing the university’s commitment to student welfare and academic excellence.

According to the institution’s management, additional lists of students have been submitted to NELFUND for subsequent disbursements.

MOUAU Newsletter

MOUAU Newsletter announcing NELFUND disbursement

Why This Matters

These two stories reflect the growing impact of NELFUND in supporting Nigerian students. From refunds at COOU to massive disbursements at MOUAU, the initiative is proving to be a lifeline for thousands of youths striving for a better future through education.

YOHESOR continues to spotlight such transformative reforms, empowering Nigerian youth through timely information and advocacy.