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President Tinubu Approves New Appointments to TETFund Board Amid NELFUND Disbursements

In a significant move aimed at enhancing the quality of tertiary education in Nigeria, President Bola Tinubu has approved the appointment of several distinguished Nigerians to the board of the Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund).

The newly appointed members are:

  1. Alhaji Aminu Masari – Chairman
  2. Senator Sani Danladi – Member
  3. Mr. Sunday Adepoju – Member
  4. Mr. Nurudeen Adeyemi – Member
  5. Mrs. Esther Onyinyechukwu Ukachukwu – Member
  6. Mr. Turaki Ibrahim – Member
  7. Mr. Aboh Eduyok – Member

This announcement comes at a pivotal time when the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has commenced disbursing student loans to universities and stipends to successful applicants’ accounts. The newly appointed board members are expected to synergize with ongoing initiatives to improve Nigeria’s educational landscape.

Alhaji Aminu Masari, the newly appointed chairman, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the board. Alongside him, the new members, comprising individuals from various professional backgrounds, are anticipated to contribute significantly to TETFund’s mission of supporting and improving the infrastructure and academic programs of tertiary institutions across Nigeria.

The Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFund) plays a pivotal role in the development of higher education in Nigeria by providing funding for essential projects and initiatives. The new appointments are anticipated to inject fresh ideas and drive the agency towards achieving its goals more effectively.

President Tinubu’s administration has emphasized education as a cornerstone of national development. The newly appointed board members are expected to align with this vision and work diligently towards advancing the standards of tertiary education in Nigeria.

The appointments are effective immediately, and the new board members are expected to convene soon to begin their work, coinciding with NELFUND’s expanded financial support to students and institutions nationwide.

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