The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has extended the application deadline for its student loan programme for the 2025/2026 academic session to February 27, 2026.
The announcement, made in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, January 29, 2026, pushes back the previous cutoff of January 31, 2026, by nearly a month. The move aims to give more prospective applicants—particularly those still gathering documents or facing technical hurdles—extra time to complete and submit their applications without rushing.
Mrs Oseyemi Oluwatuyi, Director of Strategic Communications at NELFUND, signed the statement explaining that the extension reflects the Fund's commitment to inclusivity and ensuring no eligible student is left out due to timing constraints. She urged all interested candidates who have not yet applied or are yet to finalise their submissions to seize the opportunity and ensure all required information is provided before the new deadline.
NELFUND's student loan initiative, part of broader efforts to make higher education more accessible in Nigeria, covers tuition and upkeep for qualified undergraduates in public tertiary institutions. Applications are processed through the official portal, with verification tied to institutions and the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) database.
The extension comes as the scheme continues to gain traction following its rollout, with thousands of students already benefiting in previous cycles. Officials have stressed the importance of accurate documentation to avoid delays in disbursement.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the NELFUND website promptly to start or complete their applications ahead of the February 27 cutoff.
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