Ondo State Launches Adiye Irorun Poultry Empowerment Programme
The Ondo State Agri-business Empowerment Centre (OSAEC), with its renewed mandate to transform agriculture and…
OPay Microfinance Bank has commenced an urgent nationwide recruitment exercise to hire qualified professionals for several positions across Nigeria. The recruitment is part of the bank’s strategy to strengthen its workforce and support its expanding operations within the fintech and microfinance banking sector. According to the bank, the recruitment drive provides an opportunity for professionals…
The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), in partnership with PowerstoveEnergy, has opened a nationwide recruitment for skilled professionals to support the production of affordable clean cooking stoves for households across Nigeria. The recruitment follows the establishment of new stove assembly factories in several parts of the country. The initiative aims to expand…
The Federal Government, through the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), has opened the application portal for the 2026 Skill-Up Artisans Programme (SUPA). The initiative is designed to equip Nigerian youths and artisans with practical vocational skills that can lead to employment or business opportunities. The SUPA programme focuses on strengthening Nigeria’s skilled workforce by providing hands-on…
Are you a graduate student of the University of Ibadan and you choose to print out your transcripts online? If Yes, UI provides a seamless means by which graduates can process their UI transcript online. READ ALSO: Lagos State Graduate Internship Placement Programme (GIPP) 2026 Now Open Want to find out how to print your UI…
The Alex Otti Scholarship Foundation is currently accepting applications from qualified Nigerian undergraduate students for its competitive tuition-support programme. This initiative is aimed at assisting intelligent but financially disadvantaged students from Abia State to continue their university education without the pressure of tuition fees and other educational expenses.Scholarship Benefits This scholarship programme is created to…
The Lagos State Government, through the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment, has opened applications for the Graduate Internship Placement Programme (GIPP) 2026. The programme is designed to help graduates gain practical work experience and transition smoothly from school into the professional workforce. The Lagos State GIPP provides an opportunity for young graduates to develop…
The Federal Government has highlighted several ongoing women empowerment programmes designed to support women across Nigeria through business development, agriculture, energy access, mobility support, and financing opportunities. The initiatives were announced by the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, during activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day and the pre-Commission on…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Youth Leadership Development Fund (YLDF) Grant Cycle under the Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF). The funding opportunity provides grants of up to $10,000 to support youth-led initiatives and organisations strengthening Nigeria’s youth ecosystem. The fund is co-funded by the MacArthur Foundation, Ford Foundation, and Luminate Group, and implemented…
FirstBank, in partnership with the Federal Government-backed Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), has launched a ₦1 trillion mortgage financing scheme aimed at making home ownership more accessible for Nigerians. The initiative seeks to address the country’s housing finance gap by providing long-term mortgage options at more affordable interest rates. The programme…
Applications are now open for the AIICO Capital Graduate Trainee Program 2026, a career development opportunity designed for young graduates interested in building a professional path in asset management, investment advisory, and financial services. The programme aims to identify talented individuals and prepare them for future leadership roles within the finance industry. Through a structured…
Applications are now open for the Graduate Agripreneur Programme (GAP) organised by the British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation (BATN Foundation). The initiative supports young Nigerian graduates with innovative agribusiness ideas through funding, training, mentorship, and access to agricultural resources. The programme is designed to encourage graduates to build sustainable agribusiness ventures while demonstrating that agriculture…
The Okpeyo Temile Foundation (OTF) has opened applications for its 2026 Business Support Program, an initiative aimed at providing financial assistance and economic empowerment opportunities for entrepreneurs, petty traders, and vulnerable individuals across Nigeria. The programme focuses on supporting small businesses and individuals who need financial backing to improve their economic stability and expand their…
According to the NYSC Constitution, National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a mandatory one-year program. The programme was established by the Nigerian government purposely to foster unity, national development, and skill acquisition among graduates. Before I continue, I will like to inform you that NYSC have already released the 2026 Batch A Stream II Mobilization…
Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) has officially opened applications for the fifth edition of the FMN Prize for Cassava Innovation (PFI 5.0). The 2026 competition is dedicated to advancing innovative practices in cassava production and processing, with a focus on improving efficiency, sustainability, value addition, and competitiveness across Nigeria’s cassava value chain. SEE ALSO: Selar…
The National Council on Climate Change has opened applications for the Climate Youth Negotiators Programme (CYNP) 2026 Cohort, an initiative designed to strengthen Nigeria’s participation in global climate negotiations. The programme aims to equip young government professionals with the knowledge and negotiation skills needed to represent Nigeria effectively in international climate discussions under the United…
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) has opened applications for the 2026 Agricultural Enterprise and Innovation Training Program. This is a capacity-building initiative designed to support entrepreneurs, agripreneurs, and agricultural professionals across Africa. The programme aims to equip participants with practical knowledge and tools required to build profitable and sustainable agribusiness ventures. The initiative…
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its resolve to protect the credibility of Nigeria’s education system by strengthening academic record-keeping and enforcing stricter institutional compliance nationwide. This is the latest NYSC update. The move is part of broader reforms aimed at restoring trust in academic qualifications and preventing certificate fraud. Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Alausa,…
The Jerry Eze Foundation (JEF), the charitable arm of Pastor Jerry Eze’s ministry, has announced the opening of applications for its annual business grant initiative. The programme is designed to empower young entrepreneurs and small businesses across Nigeria through financial support and enterprise development. The Foundation’s outreach aligns with the broader mission of Streams of…
The SIA Foundation is now accepting applications for Startup Foundry Cohort 3. The initiative is a competitive entrepreneurship support programme designed to identify, fund, and scale promising young-led businesses across key sectors. The programme focuses on high-potential, impact-driven ventures and provides both financial backing and strategic visibility to founders building innovative solutions with measurable social…
Applications are now open for the Keystone–SMEDAN Women in Business Training Programme, a two-day masterclass designed to empower female entrepreneurs with practical tools and growth strategies to scale their businesses successfully. The initiative aims to strengthen women-led enterprises through funding access, capacity building, and strategic networking. This transformative programme will provide participants with hands-on insights…
Selar, the eCommerce and creator monetisation platform, has strengthened its social impact drive with the launch of the Smart Hustle Initiative. Selar Smart Hustle Initiative is a programme created to provide financial assistance and opportunity access to young Nigerians at important academic and early career stages. The initiative is rooted in Selar’s conviction that expanding…
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the 2026 Batch A Stream II Mobilization Timetable, outlining critical activities leading to the orientation course. According to the schedule, briefing of Final Year Students/Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) in Corps Producing Institutions will take place from 23rd February to 27th March 2026. This period is crucial…
The Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) has officially opened applications for NiYA Startup Pitch 2.0, a nationwide innovation challenge designed to identify and support 100 outstanding youth-led tech startups across Nigeria. This initiative aims to spotlight bold ideas, scalable solutions, and young founders building technology-driven businesses that can transform communities and drive economic growth. Selected startups…
Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has introduced the NYSC Advance Loan, a short-term financial facility designed to provide serving corps members with quick access to funds during their service year. The initiative aims to help National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) members manage personal expenses and urgent financial needs with ease. SEE ALSO: Abbey Mortgage Bank Opens…
Applications are now open for the PalmPay Purple Woman 3.0 Training Programme, a fully sponsored initiative designed to equip women with practical, job-ready digital skills. This year’s edition moves beyond a standard masterclass format by offering structured learning and hands-on exposure for women seeking to build careers in technology and related fields. RECOMMENDED FOR YOU:…