The University Management, in coordination with the Division of Student Affairs and the University Bursary, hereby issues a formal directive regarding the financial administrative procedures for students currently enrolled in the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme. This notice serves to clarify the mandatory steps required for both prospective and confirmed beneficiaries to maintain their academic standing while ensuring the eventual recovery of their personal funds.
In light of the ongoing synchronization between the federal loan agency and the university’s financial systems, it has become necessary for students to take proactive measures to secure their registration for the current 2025/2026 academic session. The primary objective of this directive is to ensure that no student is disadvantaged or barred from academic activities due to delays in the disbursement of external loan funds.
Directives for Beneficiaries with Outstanding Fees
All NELFUND beneficiaries who have not yet settled their tuition and administrative fees for the current session are strongly encouraged to do so immediately using alternative financial sources. The university emphasizes that the deadline for registration is absolute and the automated portal will not remain open indefinitely for those awaiting loan processing. By settling these fees now, students guarantee their inclusion in official class lists and secure their eligibility for continuous assessment tests and examinations.
Once the initial payment is made, the student’s status shifts from "Pending" to "Fully Registered." This status is essential because the university can only process reimbursement claims for students who are officially recognized by the system as having completed their registration. Beneficiaries should view this initial payment as a temporary bridge that facilitates uninterrupted academic progress while the NELFUND administrative cycle completes its disbursement to the institution.
The Reimbursement Application Protocol
For students who have already successfully paid their school fees for the 2025/2026 session and are confirmed beneficiaries of the NELFUND scheme, the university has established a clear and structured reimbursement protocol. This process is designed to return the exact equivalent of the loan-covered amount back to the student once the federal government credits the university’s accounts.
The application for reimbursement must follow a specific administrative channel to ensure transparency and proper auditing. Students are required to draft a formal letter of application addressed to the Bursar. However, this application must first be submitted to the Dean of Student Affairs for vetting and recommendation. The Dean’s office serves as the primary verification point, ensuring that the applicant’s NELFUND status is valid and that the student is in good standing with the university.
After the Dean of Student Affairs appends their recommendation, the file is forwarded to the Bursary for final processing. It is imperative that students attach all relevant supporting documents to this application. These documents must include the original school fee payment receipt, evidence of NELFUND approval or the loan identification number, and a valid means of university identification. Failure to follow this specific hierarchy of communication may result in significant delays in the processing of the refund.
Financial Accountability and Student Responsibilities
The university remains committed to supporting the federal government’s initiative to make higher education accessible through the NELFUND scheme. However, the responsibility for maintaining an active academic status rests solely with the individual student. Management urges students to keep meticulous records of all financial transactions during this period. Every receipt generated, whether for tuition or for the loan application itself, should be stored safely as they are indispensable for the audit phase of the reimbursement.
Students are also advised to regularly check the university’s official notice boards and digital portals for updates on the receipt of NELFUND tranches. The Bursary will only initiate payments to individual students after the collective disbursement for the institution has been successfully reconciled. Patience and strict adherence to the stated administrative guidelines are required to ensure that this financial partnership between the student, the university, and NELFUND remains seamless and beneficial to all parties involved.