- Beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) in Anambra State have formally endorsed President Bola Tinubu for a second term in 2027, citing the success of his education policies.
- During a ceremony at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, students presented a donation of ₦10,735,500 intended to help purchase the President’s expression of interest form.
- The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) Joint Campus Council described the move as a show of gratitude for the “transformative” impact of the student loan scheme on access to higher education.
Students across various tertiary institutions in Anambra State have expressed their support for the current administration through a significant financial contribution toward President Bola Tinubu’s potential 2027 candidacy.
Eko Hot Blog reports that speaking on Friday at the Igbariam campus of COOU, Ifeanyichukwu Chukwuemeka, Chairman of the NANS Joint Campus Council, emphasized that the ₦10.7 million donation represents the collective appreciation of students who have benefited from the national loan scheme.
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He noted that the initiative has effectively lowered financial hurdles, allowing more students to focus on their academic pursuits without the immediate burden of tuition fees.
The event, which drew several Student Union Government (SUG) presidents and regional youth leaders, served as a platform to highlight the administration’s broader educational reforms.
The students credited the “Renewed Hope” agenda for creating youth-oriented policies that prioritize educational accessibility.
They also extended their gratitude to Governor Chukwuma Soludo for his role in uplifting education within the state and creating an environment where progressive policies can flourish.
Beyond the formal endorsement, the gathering acknowledged the influence of regional stakeholders, including the South-East Coordinator of the City Boys Movement, Obinna Iyiegbu (Obi Cubana), for his ongoing commitment to youth empowerment.
Leaders of the group remarked that the successful coordination of the NELFUND beneficiaries was a testament to the strengthening of student organizations in the Southeast.
As the 2027 election cycle begins to take shape, this early mobilization from the academic community marks a localized but notable boost for the President’s political prospects in the region.
