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  NELFUND: From Political Promise to Educational Revolution — Why President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's Student Loan Initiative Matters to Nigeria and Plateau State There are some government policies that should not be judged merely by the political party that introduced them, but by the number of lives they have the potential to change. The Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND, is one of such policies. In an era when the cost of acquiring a university education is becoming increasingly difficult for ordinary Nigerian families, the student loan initiative introduced and operationalised under the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, represents one of the most consequential interventions in Nigeria's tertiary education system in recent years. This is not simply about giving students money. It is about changing the question from "Can your parents afford university?" to "Do you have the ability and determination to pursue university education?" T...

 Yesterday, 6th August 2026, was a day I will forever cherish. I was privileged to be part of the committee that worked tirelessly to organize and successfully honour our father, leader and mentor, Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), at THE COLLOQUIUM 2.0, themed “Catalyzing Nigeria into a $1 Trillion Economy.” For me, this was more than just an event. It was a moment of pride, honour, gratitude and reflection. Seeing our father celebrated alongside his beloved wife, Prof. Martina Nentawe Yilwatda Goshwe, members of the Yilwatda family, distinguished leaders, professionals, friends and well-wishers was truly inspiring. The occasion was graced by His Excellency Barr. Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang, Executive Governor of Plateau State, ably represented by Her Excellency NGO Josephine Piyo, Deputy Governor; the Secretary to the Government of Plateau State, Arc. Samuel Nanchang Jatau; the National Secretary of the APC; the Chairman of the A...