NELFUND resumes student upkeep payment: Who is eligible and how to access It
NELFUND resumes monthly upkeep payment to students
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has officially resumed disbursement of its monthly student upkeep allowance, with over 3,600 eligible students receiving payments this week. The fund, which had experienced a temporary delay in monthly upkeep transfers, announced that beneficiaries with updated bank account information are now being credited.
The announcement brings relief to thousands of students who rely on the federal government-backed financial support to meet daily academic and living expenses.
Who Is Eligible for the Resumed NELFUND Upkeep Payment?
According to NELFUND, the resumed disbursement covers students who:
- Have been approved under the NELFUND loan scheme,
- Successfully updated their bank details on the loan portal,
- And meet institutional verification and enrolment criteria.
Students who have not updated their bank information or completed required verification steps may experience delays or be excluded from the latest payment batch.
A NELFUND spokesperson confirmed that the current 3,600 beneficiaries represent only the first phase of resumed disbursement, and additional batches will follow as more students meet eligibility requirements.
How to Confirm Payment Status and Update Bank Details
To receive or confirm your upkeep payment, NELFUND advises students to:
- Visit the official NELFUND portal at nelf.gov.ng,
- Log in with their registered credentials,
- Navigate to the “Payment Status” section to verify disbursement,
- Ensure their bank account details are up-to-date and linked to a valid NIN (National Identification Number).
Students who fail to provide correct information or who have dormant accounts risk being excluded from future disbursements.
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NELFUND Reaffirms Commitment to Continuous Support
NELFUND’s Executive Secretary, Akintunde Sawyer, reiterated the Fund’s commitment to equitable financial access for Nigerian students, stating:
“We are actively working to ensure that no student is left behind due to technical errors or data mismatches. All verified and eligible beneficiaries will receive their upkeep.”
He also added that the resumed disbursement is part of a broader commitment by the government to expand education access and reduce financial strain on students across public tertiary institutions.
What’s Next: Wider Rollout Expected in Coming Weeks
NELFUND has hinted that thousands more students are currently undergoing review for payment approval. The Fund is working with institutions to finalize enrolment confirmations, bank verifications, and academic status checks.
Students are encouraged to regularly check the portal and respond promptly to system notifications or document requests.
Why NELFUND Matters for Nigerian Students
The NELFUND upkeep allowance is part of Nigeria’s effort to create a sustainable education finance framework. It not only covers tuition support but also ensures students can afford basic living costs such as food, books, and transportation.
With rising inflation and increased academic demands, monthly upkeep support is considered a lifeline for underprivileged and rural-based students.
Take Action Now
Students who have applied for the loan but have not received payment are urged to:
- Log into the NELFUND portal,
- Verify that their details are correct,
- Contact support or their school’s NELFUND liaison for follow-up.
For those already paid, NELFUND advises careful usage of the allowance and reminds beneficiaries that this is a loan to be repaid upon graduation and employment.
More updates are expected in the coming weeks as the Fund scales its operations nationwide.
