The Management of Ekiti State University, EKSU, Ado-Ekiti has dismissed reports alleging that the institution failed to refund tuition fees paid by beneficiaries of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund, NELFUND.
The University stated that it has been diligently refunding eligible students whose tuition fees were subsequently paid by NELFUND after they had earlier made personal payments.
In a statement issued, the Management said the refund process is ongoing and is being carried out in batches in accordance with established administrative procedures.
According to the University, the few outstanding cases involve students with discrepancies in their NELFUND dashboard, payment records, or bank account details.
Affected students have been advised to visit the NELFUND Desk Office or the University Bursary Department for verification and confirmation of their bank details to facilitate prompt processing of their refunds.
“The University remains committed to transparency, accountability, and due process in the administration of the NELFUND scheme,” the statement added.
EKSU also appreciated the Federal Government for the initiative, describing it as a laudable effort aimed at expanding access to higher education through financial support for students.
The Management further refuted claims that it was withholding refunds due to eligible students, stressing that the institution would not engage in any act capable of undermining the successful implementation of the NELFUND programme.
