NIYEEDEP registration portal still opened, apply for NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund before the deadline

NIYEEDEP registration portal is still open for interested Nigerians to apply for the NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund.

It is an acronymn for National Institute for Youth Entrepreneurship and Empowerment Development Programme (NIYEEDEP).

This initiative aims to support young entrepreneurs, small business owners, and individuals with innovative business ideas by providing access to financial support, mentorship, and entrepreneurship training.

If you have not yet registered, follow the simple step-by-step guide below to complete your NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund application before the portal closes.

Before we move to how to apply section, let’s see those who are qualified to apply for this NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund.

You can apply for the NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund if:

• You are a Nigerian youth aged between 18 and 35
• You have a valid BVN and NIN.

Note: Having a degree or not is not a requirement. YEIDEP is open to you if you’re a graduate, skilled worker, or just someone with a good business idea.

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NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund focus businesses

• Fashion and tailoring
• Farming and agro-processing
• Entertainment and creative arts
• ICT and tech innovations
• Sports, logistics, small-scale production
• Renewable energy and climate-smart solutions

Moving forward, all that you need to check is to ensure that you meet up with the above Identity Card requirement and only be ready to open a bank account with one of the three official partner banks.

How to Register for the NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund on the NIYEEDEP Registration Portal

STEP 1: Visit the NIYEEDEP registration portal (now referred to as YEIDEP).

You can access their NIYEEDEP registration portal official website to start your application.

STEP 2: Register and complete your application.

Now that you are already on their portal, look for a button that says “Register” and click on it.

Next, you will carefully input your email and phone number and choose a password.

Kindly document all these details because that is what you will use to log in next time. Also, ensure that you supply a valid email and phone so you don’t miss the information as of when due.

STEP 3: Complete the Form

Here, you will fill in your additional details. These are:

• Name, DOB, gender
• State, LGA, nationality (must be Nigerian)
• NIN, BVN (if any), education, or work history
• Business idea and sector (like agriculture, ICT)
• Ensure your info matches your ID.

NOTE: Once you have completed your application on the NIYEEDEP registration portal, you will receive your unique code. This is the code you will take to any of the three partner banks (Fidelity, Keystone, and Lotus Bank) to create your special account for disbursement of funds.

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STEP 4: Account Creation & KYC

You will definite receive a unique code. This is the code you will use at the bank. Visit the any of the partner banks (Fidelity, Keystone, and Lotus Bank) with your ID, BVN, NIN, and passport photograph for KYC.

STEP 5: Wait for Shortlisting and Screening Notification

After registration closes, NIYEEDEP will review all applications and they will start contacting shortlisted applicants through email or SMS for the next phase. The next phase might include verification and empowerment fund disbursement.

Final Note

The NIYEEDEP Empowerment Fund is a great opportunity for Nigerian youths and small business owners to gain access to funding and entrepreneurship support.

If you haven’t applied yet, hurry now and complete your registration before the official deadline. Follow Dailylight official WhatsApp Channel for more updates and verified opportunities.

Timileyin Awogbade

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