Frustration is mounting among dozens of Nigerians who were offered employment by the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) in 2025 but remain unable to assume their roles more than 18 months later.
According to affected applicants, they successfully completed various stages of the recruitment process and received official employment offers. However, despite waiting for over a year and a half, they say they have neither been deployed nor provided with a clear explanation for the prolonged delay.
Many of the recruits claim the uncertainty has disrupted their careers and finances. Some reportedly declined other employment opportunities after accepting NELFUND's offer, believing they would begin work within a reasonable period.
The affected individuals are now calling on NELFUND and the Federal Government to provide clarity on the status of the recruitment exercise. They are demanding an official timeline for resumption or a transparent explanation for the delay.
The development has sparked fresh concerns about accountability in public sector recruitment, with observers warning that prolonged uncertainty can have serious economic and psychological consequences for young professionals seeking employment.
As of the time of filing this report, NELFUND had not publicly issued a detailed statement explaining why the successful recruits have remained in limbo for 18 months.
The delay comes at a time when youth unemployment remains a major challenge in Nigeria. Analysts say timely implementation of government recruitment exercises is essential for maintaining public trust and ensuring qualified Nigerians are not left stranded after accepting official job offers.
TwisdicInfo will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available.
Source: punch news