FULL LIST: NANS names 39 institutions yet to refund students after NELFUND payments
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At a glance
- The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has published a list of 39 institutions that have not yet refunded students for tuition paid before Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) disbursements.
- NANS stated these institutions received NELFUND payments on behalf of students but failed to reimburse those who paid upfront.
- The list aims to ensure transparency and accountability, urging prompt refunds to affected students.
The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) has publicly identified 39 tertiary institutions accused of failing to refund students who had already paid their tuition fees before receiving funds from the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). NANS President Akinteye Babatunde released the list, stating that these institutions accepted NELFUND payments on behalf of eligible students but have not yet reimbursed those who paid out-of-pocket.
Babatunde emphasized that the publication of this list is intended to foster transparency and accountability within the educational system. The primary goal is to ensure that students who bore the initial financial burden receive their rightful refunds without further delay. NANS warned that students should not face additional financial strain due to these administrative lapses.
The following institutions have received NELFUND tuition payments on behalf of eligible students but are yet to refund students who had already paid their tuition fees before the NELFUND disbursement.
The list includes a diverse range of institutions across Nigeria, from state and federal universities to polytechnics and colleges of education. NANS urged the listed institutions to expedite the refund process, stressing the importance of prompt compliance to uphold the integrity of the NELFUND initiative and prevent undue hardship for students.
The association's action underscores a commitment to safeguarding students' financial interests and ensuring the effective implementation of educational support programs. NANS reiterated its call for accountability, expecting the institutions to address the issue swiftly.
This list is intended to promote transparency, accountability and to ensure that affected students receive the refunds due to them without further delay.
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