The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has issued a warning to the public regarding a fraudulent website that falsely claims to offer foreign visa sponsorships using NELFUND’s name and logo. This fake website, promoted on Facebook, redirects users to the site http://labari.com.ng, misleading them into believing it is associated with NELFUND.
In a statement signed by Nasir Ayitogo on behalf of the Director of NELFUND Corporate Communications, the agency clarified that it has no connection with the website or any similar scheme. NELFUND’s primary mission is to provide educational loans to eligible Nigerian students for their studies within Nigeria, and it does not offer any visa sponsorships or related services.
The statement emphasized, “Any claims that NELFUND offers visa sponsorships are completely false and misleading. The fraudulent website is unlawfully using NELFUND’s name and logo to deceive the public. We strongly advise everyone to be cautious and avoid engaging with this site or sharing any personal information.”
NELFUND is actively addressing the situation and has reported the matter to the relevant authorities for further investigation. The agency urged the public to rely only on information provided through NELFUND’s official channels, such as its official website, http://nelf.gov.ng, and verified social media accounts.
All communication from NELFUND will be through these trusted channels, and the public is encouraged to verify any suspicious information directly with the agency.
NELFUND remains committed to supporting the educational goals of Nigerian students and upholding the highest standards of integrity in its operations. The agency expressed gratitude for the public’s continued trust and support.
