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BREAKING: President Tinubu Signs Student Loans Amendment Bill Into Law

President Bola Tinubu signs the amendment bill for National Student Loans into law, marking a pivotal moment for Nigerian education.

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President Bola Tinubu signs the amendment bill for National Student Loans into law, marking a pivotal moment for Nigerian education.

The bill addresses challenges in the Higher Education Student Loan Scheme, enhancing access to low-interest loans for students’ academic needs.

President Bola Tinubu has made a significant move by officially approving and signing the amendment bill for National Student Loans into law.

VerseNews reports that the historic signing took place at the Aso Rock Presidential Villa on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.

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This development marks a crucial step forward in addressing the challenges faced by Nigerian students in accessing affordable financing for their education.

This Online News Platform understands that the decision to amend the Student Loan Access to Higher Education Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024, follows the successful passage of the bill by the Senate in March 2024.

The Senate’s action was preceded by thorough consideration and the adoption of a report presented by the Senate Committee on Tertiary Institutions and Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund), chaired by Senator Muntari Dandutse (APC, Katsina South), during a plenary session.

It is worth noting that the bill had undergone a rigorous legislative process, including deliberations at the second reading stage in both the Senate and the House of Representatives.

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President Tinubu, in alignment with his commitment to education reform, had personally written to both legislative chambers, urging the repeal of the existing Student Loan (Access to Higher Education) Bill and the enactment of a new one to address prevailing challenges effectively.

The amended Act is poised to revolutionize the implementation of the Higher Education Student Loan Scheme, tackling issues related to the management structure of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELF), applicant eligibility criteria, loan purpose, funding sources, as well as disbursement and repayment procedures.

President Tinubu’s proactive stance underscores his dedication to improving access to quality education and fostering academic excellence across Nigeria.

This milestone comes amidst the temporary suspension of the student loan scheme, as announced earlier. However, with the enactment of the amended bill into law, renewed hope emerges for Nigerian students pursuing higher education.

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The law seeks to empower students in tertiary institutions by providing access to low-interest loans tailored to cover tuition fees and other academic expenses, thereby easing the financial burden on students and their families.

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