NELFUND Warns Students Against Fake Portal

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund has cautioned students in public tertiary institutions in the country against a fraudulent message circulating online, claiming that the NELFUND Student Loan Registration Portal is open.

The agency alerted the public , that it has not authorized any message directing applicants to a third-party link (http://gvly.xyz/Nelfund-Student-Loan

NELFUND in a post obtained from its X handle on Tuesday, urged students and the general public not to click on the link or provide any personal information, emphasising that the official loan registration portal is only accessible through the Fund’s verified channels.

The agency reminded applicants to exercise caution online and to report any suspicious links or communications claiming to be from NELFUND.

“Applicants are encouraged to always verify official announcements via NELFUND’s official website and social media channels,” NELFUND said.

This advisory comes as part of NELFUND’s ongoing efforts to safeguard students and ensure the integrity of the student loan application process.

Over one million students according to the agency, are benefiting from the loan scheme since May 24, 2024 when it was officially launched