House of Reps names new committees leadership, as Ehindero chairs Students’ Loan scholarship

By Folorunso Alagbede, Abuja

In its determined efforts to further enhance legislative efficiency, the House of Representatives has formally announced adjustments to the leadership of its standing committees.

The House has appointed new Chairpersons and Deputy Chairpersons

for some of its committees.

Among these appointments, Hon. Ifeoluwa Ehindero, the member representing Akoko North-East/North-West Federal Constituency of Ondo State, was named Chairman, House Committee on Students Loans, Scholarships, Higher Education Financing. Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND).

Hon. Ehindero, in a press statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Blessing James Akeju, while reacting to his appointment, expressed his gratitude to the leadership of the House for the confidence reposed in him.

His words , “I deeply appreciate the Speaker, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, PHD, and the entire leadership of the House for this appointment.

“’It is a privilege to serve in this capacity, and I am fully committed to ensuring that the Nigerian Education Loan Fund fulfills its purpose of making higher education more accessible and affordable for Nigerian students”, he assured.

Speakingr on his plans for the committee, Hon. Ehindero stated: “Education remains a critical driver of national development. As Chairman of this committee, I will work diligently with my colleagues, relevant stakeholders, and agencies to ensure that the Education Loan Fund operates efficiently, transparently, and in a way that truly benefits students across the country.

“We will also engage in necessary legislative oversight to strengthen the framework and implementation of the scheme”, he stressed.

This appointment is a testament to Hon. Ehindero’s unwavering dedication to education and youth development.

His leadership in this role is expected to bring significant progress to Nigeria’s education financing system.