NELFUND DEBUNKS FAKE CIRCULATING PUBLICATIONS ON SUSPENSION OF STUDENTS’ UPKEEP ALLOWANCE

Chika Kelvin Chimezie May 28, 2026 2 min read 0

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) wishes to categorically refute and condemn the false and misleading publications currently circulating across social media and online platforms alleging that the Federal Government has suspended students’ upkeep allowance payments under the student loan scheme.

These reports, including a fabricated statement falsely attributed to NELFUND and an AI-generated newspaper front page purportedly from The Nigerian Tribune, are entirely FAKE, misleading, and designed to create panic, confusion, and distrust among beneficiaries and the general public.

NELFUND wishes to state unequivocally that:

No directive has been issued by the Federal Government or NELFUND regarding the suspension of upkeep allowances.

The publications in circulation did not originate from NELFUND or any authorized government channel.

The newspaper cover currently being shared is AI-generated and does not represent a genuine publication from The Nigerian Tribune.

NELFUND remains committed to the transparent and efficient disbursement of student loans and upkeep support in line with its mandate.

Beneficiaries, stakeholders, and members of the public are strongly advised to disregard these fake publications and rely solely on verified information disseminated through NELFUND’s official communication channels and credible media platforms.

NELFUND also urges the public to refrain from sharing unverified content capable of spreading misinformation and causing unnecessary anxiety among students and parents nationwide.

The Fund remains steadfast in its commitment to expanding access to higher education and supporting Nigerian students through sustainable financing initiatives.

For further inquiries or assistance, please contact us via email at [email protected] or reach out through our official social media platforms:

X (formerly Twitter): @nelfund

Instagram: @nelfund

Facebook & LinkedIn: Nigerian Education Loan Fund – NELFUND.

Website: www.nelf.gov.ng

Signed:

Mrs. Oseyemi Oluwatuyi

Director, Strategic Communications

Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Written by Chika Kelvin Chimezie

I'm Chika Kelvin Chimezie popularly known as K3lvinsmart. A Medic, passion for academic excellence, loves writing and other extra curricular activities like sports, and dancing.