NSUK Honors NELFUND MD Akintunde Sawyerr as 'Trailblazer in Educational Equity and Funding'

The Managing Director of the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, has been conferred with the prestigious "Trailblazer in Educational Equity and Funding" award by the Law Students Association of Nigeria (LAWSAN), Nasarawa State University Chapter.

The award, presented during LAWSAN's Annual Law Dinner, recognizes Mr. Sawyerr's exemplary leadership and dedication to promoting educational equity through NELFUND's initiatives.

Under his guidance, NELFUND has provided critical financial support to Nigerian students, ensuring access to higher education regardless of financial constraints.

LAWSAN described Mr. Sawyerr as a "beacon of hope" and "blessing to Nigerian students," praising his commitment to transparency, integrity, and fairness in educational loan disbursement.

Nasarawa State University's Vice Chancellor, Prof. Saadatu Liman, expressed gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for supporting the education loan initiative, emphasizing its impact on empowering ordinary Nigerians and fostering personal and national development.

The award ceremony highlighted Mr. Sawyerr's significant contributions to Nigerian education and NELFUND's mission to bridge the financial gap for students.