Chidimma Uchegbu
The Managing Director of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Akintunde Sawyerr, has extended warm felicitations to President Bola Tinubu on his 73rd birthday, applauding his leadership and commitment to education reform.
In a statement personally signed by him on Friday, Sawyerr lauded Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, emphasizing the administration’s focus on eradicating illiteracy among Nigerian youth.
“His Excellency’s belief that education remains a cornerstone in the fight against poverty gave birth to the bold policy initiatives his administration is undertaking in order to pave the way for a more competitive and prosperous future,” he said.
Sawyerr also expressed delight on the success of NELFUND’s student loan programme initiated by the President, which provides interest-free loans to Nigerian students, ensuring financial challenges do not hinder access to education.
“A testament to this vision is the groundbreaking Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which is transforming the education landscape by providing interest-free student loans. This initiative ensures that no Nigerian student is left behind due to financial constraints. Since its launch, over 500,000 students have registered, reflecting the administration’s dedication to human capital development and a brighter future for the nation’s youth,” he stated.
Reaffirming NELFUND’s commitment to the initiative, Sawyerr pledged continued support for affordable and sustainable education financing in Nigeria.
“On behalf of NELFUND, I extend my warmest wishes to Mr. President on his birthday. Your dedication to education and national development continues to inspire us. May you be blessed with good health, wisdom, and many more years of impactful leadership as you steer Nigeria toward a brighter future,” he said.
