Student Loan Bill: NAPS hail President Tinubu
The National Association of Polytechnic Students (NAPS) commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for signing into law the groundbreaking Student Loan Bill. The bill, which provides interest-free loans to indigent Nigerian students, is seen as a significant stride towards ensuring equal access to quality education for all citizens.
In addition, the NAPS President Comr. Anidi Samuel has called on the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria to sign into law a bill that would abolish the long-standing discrimination and dichotomy between Polytechnic and University degrees.
Expressing gratitude on behalf of NAPS and the student community, the President of NAPS commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s unwavering commitment to the welfare and empowerment of Nigerian Students. The enactment of the Student Loan Bill is viewed as a historic milestone, poised to transform the lives of countless students who previously faced financial barriers in their pursuit of higher education.
“We are truly grateful for Mr. President’s visionary decision to sign the Student Loan Bill into law. This remarkable step will create unprecedented opportunities for talented and deserving students from less privileged backgrounds, enabling them to fulfill their aspirations without the burden of financial constraints,” stated the NAPS President.
Highlighting the transformative power of accessible education, the NAPS President emphasized the significance of the Student Loan Bill in fostering inclusive growth and national prosperity. By providing interest-free loans, the government has paved the way for the marginalized to access quality education, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to the development of Nigeria.
Source: Vanguardnews
