A college in Enugu State has reportedly directed students to enrol in the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) scheme, with threats of examination restrictions and possible expulsion for those who fail to comply.
The reported directive has raised concerns about students’ access to education, particularly those who may prefer to pay their school fees independently rather than obtain a student loan.
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund is a Federal Government initiative established to provide financial assistance to eligible students in public tertiary institutions. The scheme covers approved institutional fees, while eligible beneficiaries may also receive upkeep allowances.
Although the programme is designed to reduce financial barriers to higher education, some students have expressed concerns about borrowing, repayment obligations and delays in the disbursement of funds.
A report published in July 2026 found that students across the South-East had identified delayed payments, fear of indebtedness and inadequate awareness as factors discouraging participation in the scheme.
The latest reported directive has brought renewed attention to whether students should be required to access the loan scheme as a condition for taking examinations or continuing their studies.
The specific institution involved, the full terms of the directive and the college management’s official explanation have yet to be independently confirmed.
Further clarification from the institution would be necessary to establish the scope of the directive and the consequences students may face for non-compliance.
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