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The National Orientation Agency (NOA) Rivers State Directorate has successfully held its weekly social media dialogue with a focus on the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND). The live Facebook event created a platform for young Nigerians to learn more about the initiative and interact directly with experienced voices and beneficiaries.
The session delved into key aspects of the NELFUND programme, including its objectives, eligibility criteria, application procedures and the repayment framework. Informed by practical experiences, the dialogue demystified the process and addressed common concerns around the loan scheme.
Among the guest discussants were Mr. Chinwe Opara, Deputy Director of NOA, Rivers State and Mr. Henry Ayede, Chief Programme Officer at the directorate. Both highlighted NOA’s critical role in grassroots sensitisation and simplifying the application process for aspiring beneficiaries.
They were joined by two student beneficiaries: Mr. Fubara Prince Emughkuirom, a law student at Rivers State University, and Oganuzor Esther Sochima, an Economics student at Ignatius Ajuru University. The students shared their firsthand experiences, expressing gratitude to the Federal Government for the opportunity to access education without financial strain.
Anchored by Mr. Otodo Alexis Otodo, the hour-long programme encouraged audience participation, with live comments and questions driving a dynamic and informative conversation. The initiative reflects NOA’s commitment to using digital platforms to deepen public understanding of government policies and promoting access to life-changing opportunities.
