CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO ALL NIGERIANS NATIONWIDE
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS TO ALL NIGERIANS NATIONWIDE
The Federal Government of Nigeria through relevant ministries departments and agencies invites applications from eligible Nigerians across all states of the federation to participate in multiple education skills employment entrepreneurship and social impact programmes aimed at empowering citizens building capacity and driving sustainable national development.
All interested applicants are encouraged to carefully review the programmes listed below and apply through the official links provided.
EDUCATION SKILLS AND DIGITAL FUTURE
Student Loan for Tertiary Education
This programme provides interest free loans to students enrolled in accredited tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Repayment begins only after graduation and employment ensuring equal access to higher education.
Application link
https://portal.nelf.gov.ng/
Technical and Vocational Education and Training Programme
This initiative offers free vocational and technical skills training across various trades with a monthly stipend of forty five thousand naira to support participants during training.
Application link
https://www.tvet.education.
Three Million Technical Talent Programme
A national technology training programme designed to equip Nigerians with in demand digital and information technology skills while providing pathways to local and global job opportunities.
Application link
Digital Literacy for All Programme
A nationwide effort to ensure Nigerians acquire essential digital skills and remain competitive in the digital economy by the year two thousand and twenty seven.
Application link
https://digitalliteracy.gov.ng
FUNDING BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Nigerian Youth Startup Grants
This programme provides grants of one million naira for youth led startups and five hundred thousand naira for informal businesses to encourage innovation and business growth.
Application link
https://yid.fmyd.gov.ng/
Youth Investment Fund
The Youth Investment Fund offers financial support and business development assistance to young entrepreneurs seeking to start or expand viable enterprises.
Application link
National Youth Development Bank
This institution provides access to affordable capital and tailored financial products designed specifically for young Nigerian business owners.
Information link
African Development Bank Youth and Women Led Enterprise Fund
A one hundred million dollar fund supporting youth and women led businesses across Africa including Nigeria through financing and enterprise support.
Information link
JOBS GIGS AND EMPLOYMENT
Nigerian Youth Gig Digital Platform
A digital platform that connects Nigerian youths to paid freelance and remote work opportunities both locally and internationally.
Application link
Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme
This programme focuses on job creation through skills training entrepreneurship support and workforce development initiatives.
Application link
National Directorate of Employment Renewed Hope Employment Initiative
Provides vocational training and starter packs to enable beneficiaries become self employed and economically independent.
Application link
Compressed Natural Gas Powered Tricycle Empowerment Scheme
This initiative supports youth participation in sustainable transportation by providing tricycles for commercial transport businesses.
Application link
CREATIVE INDUSTRIAL AND SPECIALIZED OPPORTUNITIES
Reimagining Hope Creative Residency
Supports young creatives in film music fashion technology and related fields through training mentorship and production support.
Application link
https://reimagininghope.gov.ng
Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency Creative and Garment Studios
Empowers youths in fashion and creative industries through access to shared workspaces training and equipment.
Information link
Ministry of Steel Development Youth Bootcamp
Offers specialized training in welding metallurgy mechanical design and industrial skills within the steel sector.
Information link
https://steeldevelopment.gov.
HEALTH CLIMATE AND SOCIAL IMPACT
Nigeria Health Fellowship
Trains and deploys young professionals into Nigeria’s healthcare system to strengthen service delivery and leadership capacity.
Application link
https://healthfellowship.gov.
Youth Health Initiative
Promotes youth health wellbeing and preventive care through education and community engagement.
Information link
Next Generation Resilience Corps
Engages young Nigerians in climate action sustainability innovation and community resilience projects.
Application link
https://nextgenresilience.gov.
Stockholm Junior Water Prize Nigeria
Supports young innovators addressing water and environmental challenges through research and innovation.
Application link
REGIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Niger Delta Development Commission Youth Entrepreneurship Fund
A thirty billion naira fund dedicated to supporting youth owned businesses within the Niger Delta region.
Information link
Eligible Nigerians are encouraged to apply through the official programme portals listed above. Applicants should ensure they meet all requirements and submit accurate information. These programmes represent a significant opportunity to gain education skills funding employment and national exposure.
