President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday assured Nigerian youth that his administration will continue to provide policies and funding that will help them explore opportunities and achieve their potential.

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In his Independence Day address marking Nigeria’s 65th anniversary, Tinubu described young people as the nation’s greatest assets and urged them to keep pursuing innovation across technology, science, sports, arts, and the creative sector. He stressed that his government would remain committed to creating an environment where young Nigerians can thrive.

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The president pointed to the Nigerian Education Loan Fund as a key intervention to support students in higher institutions. He revealed that 510,000 students from 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory have so far benefited from the scheme, which covers 228 institutions.
According to him, NELFUND has disbursed N99.5 billion in loans and provided upkeep allowances worth N44.7 billion as of September 10. He said the initiative is part of broader reforms to make Nigerian youths more competitive globally.
Tinubu pledged that his administration will continue to strengthen youth-focused programmes, noting that empowering the younger generation remains central to the government’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

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