Student Loan Scheme to Commence in January 2024, Announces President Tinubu

Speaking at the event, President Tinubu also asserted that the era of industrial actions in the nation's academic sector has come to an end.The President outlined his administration's plans to stabilize the economy with the collaboration of all stakeholders, with a particular emphasis on the private sector's involvement.

Student Loan Scheme to Commence in January 2024, Announces President Tinubu

During the 29th annual Nigerian Economic Summit, held at the Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, President Bola Tinubu confirmed that the implementation of the student loan scheme would commence in January 2024.

Speaking at the event, President Tinubu also asserted that the era of industrial actions in the nation's academic sector has come to an end.The President outlined his administration's plans to stabilize the economy with the collaboration of all stakeholders, with a particular emphasis on the private sector's involvement.

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Furthermore, President Tinubu stressed the importance of initiating a sustainable credit scheme as part of an effective anti-corruption campaign. He stated, "By January 2024, the new Students Loan Programme must commence. To the future of our children and students we're saying no more strikes. There must be consumer credit; the scheme will have to come into effect as soon as possible."

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President Tinubu expressed the need for such financial programs to eliminate the need for individuals to search for cash for basic needs and emphasized the importance of addressing financial concerns in the pursuit of an anti-corruption agenda.

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This announcement marks a significant step toward enhancing access to higher education in Nigeria and reducing the frequency of academic disruptions due to strikes.