Senator Saliu Mustapha, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Production Services, and Rural Development, has applauded President Bola Tinubu for signing the Student Loans (Access to Higher Education) Act (Repeal and Re-Enactment) Bill, 2024, into law.
In response to the bill’s signing, Senator Mustapha expressed his support for President Tinubu’s decision, citing their shared belief in the benefits of the loan scheme, which he had strongly advocated for during Senate deliberations.
Taking to his official social media page, Senator Mustapha underscored the importance of President Tinubu’s assent to the bill, describing it as a positive development.
He also conveyed his congratulations to all Nigerian students who stand to benefit significantly from this landmark initiative.
Senator Mustapha’s social media post stated,
“I am in full agreement with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu regarding the advantages of the loan scheme, which I championed in the Senate. The President’s approval of this bill is a step in the right direction, and I extend my congratulations to all Nigerian students who will benefit immensely from this initiative. – SM”
He concluded that the action signifies a noteworthy achievement in the realm of education and reaffirms the government’s dedication to expanding access to higher education for Nigerian students.