Apply for the Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) x Mastercard Foundation GATEWAY Program 2026

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) x Mastercard Foundation GATEWAY Program 2026 | Free Digital Skills Training and Gig Work Empowerment

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 24, 2026August 24, 202608 mins

Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) x Mastercard Foundation GATEWAY Program 2026 is open. The GATEWAY Program, a five-year initiative designed to help young Nigerians build careers and earn income through the global gig economy, is now open for registration. Implemented by Co-creation HUB (CcHUB) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, the programme goes beyond conventional digital skills…

Apply for Digital Skills for Her Training Programme 2026

Digital Skills for Her Training Programme 2026 – Free 3-Week Virtual Training for Nigerian Women

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 23, 2026August 23, 202605 mins

Applications are now open for the Digital Skills for Her Training Programme 2026, a free three-week virtual training opportunity designed to help women in Nigeria develop practical digital, business and entrepreneurial skills. The programme is suitable for women who want to start a business, grow an existing business, improve their online presence, strengthen their digital…

Apply for FSD VTE Academy, King’s Trust International & Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) Free 6-Week Employability Programme

FSD VTE Academy, King’s Trust International & Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) Free 6-Week Employability Programme 2026

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 21, 2026August 21, 202604 mins

The Field of Skills and Dreams (FSD) VTE Academy, in partnership with King’s Trust International and the Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF), is offering a free six-week employability training programme designed to help participants develop practical vocational skills and improve their chances of securing employment. The programme, tagged the GET-INTO Programme, combines practical training…

Apply for National Poverty Reduction Upskilling Training

National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy Technical & Vocational Upskilling Training 2026 Applications Now Open

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 20, 2026August 20, 202604 mins

Applications are now open for a Technical and Vocational Upskilling Training Programme, designed to help participants develop practical skills that can support employment, entrepreneurship and improved livelihoods. The initiative is presented under the National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy and focuses on building skills, creating livelihoods and reducing poverty. The programme is powered by the…

Federal Government iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme 2026 Opens Free Training for 300,000 Young Nigerians

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 19, 2026August 19, 202605 mins

The Federal Government’s iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme 2026 is providing free skills training opportunities for 300,000 young Nigerians across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The programme is designed to help young people develop practical skills in areas connected to the digital economy, creative industries, business process outsourcing (BPO) and workplace employability. It…

AICA × DataCamp Scholarship 2026/2027 for Africans is Open — See How to Apply

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 18, 2026August 18, 202604 mins

The AICA × DataCamp Scholarship 2026/2027 is now accepting applications from Africans who want to develop practical skills in data and artificial intelligence. The opportunity is offered by AI Community Africa (AICA), in collaboration with DataCamp, and is designed to give selected learners access to structured online training in areas such as Data Analysis, Data…

Apply for Kora Sales Academy 3-Month Paid Fintech Sales Programme

Kora Sales Academy 3-Month Paid Fintech Sales Programme Now Open for Young Africans

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 17, 2026August 17, 202602 mins

Kora is inviting applications for its Sales Academy 2026, a three-month paid programme designed to equip young professionals with practical fintech sales skills and hands-on experience. The programme is suitable for candidates with 0–3 years of experience, and you do not need a STEM degree or previous sales experience to apply. Participants will learn directly…

FAO Green Cities Network – Global Opportunity for Cities to Build Greener and More Sustainable Communities

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 17, 2026August 17, 202602 mins

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is inviting cities and urban stakeholders to join the FAO Green Cities Network, a global initiative supporting greener, healthier and more sustainable urban and peri-urban environments. With more than 300 cities already benefiting, the initiative aims to support improvements in 1,000 cities by 2030. Joining…

Application for CITAD Free Digital Entrepreneurship Training for Women and Girls is now open.

Apply for CITAD Free Digital Entrepreneurship Training for Women and Girls

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 16, 2026August 16, 202602 mins

The Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) is inviting applications for its Digital Entrepreneurship Training and Business Support Programme, designed to help women and girls in Northern Nigeria develop practical digital and business skills to start, strengthen and grow sustainable businesses. The programme is particularly useful for women who already run a business or…

Apply for Federal legislative mentorship initiative

Federal Government Opens Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) Fellowship 2026 for Young Nigerians Nationwide

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 14, 2026August 14, 202602 mins

The Federal Government has opened applications for the Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) Fellowship 2026. This is a fully residential three-week programme designed to equip young Nigerians with the knowledge, leadership skills and networks needed for careers in the legislature and public service. The fellowship offers participants an opportunity to learn directly about Nigeria’s legislative processes,…

YASIF Digital Green & Employability Skills Programme 2026

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 13, 2026August 13, 202602 mins

The Young Advocates for a Sustainable and Inclusive Future (YASIF), in partnership with IBM SkillsBuild and other partners, is offering young Nigerians an opportunity to gain free digital, green and employability skills that can improve their career prospects, workplace readiness and access to emerging opportunities. The programme is particularly valuable for young people, women, students,…

Federal Government Launches Digital Training Academy (DTA) for Nigerian Youths in Partnership with Coursera and Pluralsight

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 13, 2026August 25, 202602 mins

The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to launch the Digital Training Academy (DTA) on 17 August 2026, providing Nigerians with access to free digital skills training designed to help participants develop practical, job-relevant technology skills. The initiative is particularly valuable for young Nigerians looking to improve their employability, transition into the technology industry, build…

Agege Local Government 6-Month Automotive Repair & Diagnosis Training 2026

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 12, 2026August 12, 202602 mins

If you are looking to learn a practical skill that can lead to employment, apprenticeship opportunities or self-employment, this free automotive training opportunity in Lagos is worth considering. Participants will receive hands-on training in modern vehicle repair and diagnosis, giving them useful technical skills for the growing automotive industry. SEE ALSO: Oilserv Limited Technical Trainee…

Apply for Oilserv Limited Technical Trainee Programme

Oilserv Limited Technical Trainee Programme 2026 Now Open at Oilserv Limited

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 11, 2026August 11, 202602 mins

If you are a young graduate or technical professional looking to enter Nigeria’s oil and gas industry, the Oilserv Limited Technical Trainee Programme 2026 offers an opportunity to gain structured training alongside practical industry exposure. The programme is designed to help participants build relevant technical competencies and understand how engineering and operational activities are carried…

Apply for Nigeria Health Watch HPCALP 2026

Nigeria Health Watch HPCALP 2026 – Health Professionals Communications & Advocacy Learning Programme

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 8, 2026August 8, 202603 mins

Are you a health professional who wants to communicate health information more effectively, engage the media, influence health policy, and help tackle misinformation? Nigeria Health Watch is inviting applications for its Health Professionals Communications & Advocacy Learning Programme (HPCALP), a practical capacity-building programme designed to equip health professionals with communication and advocacy skills they can…

Apply for the Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026

Apply for Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026 | Win a MacBook Pro (M5) or a Fully Funded Tech Scholarship

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 4, 2026August 4, 202603 mins

Applications are now open for the Cardtonic Upskill 4.0 Program 2026, an initiative designed to empower young tech talents in Nigeria and Ghana with the skills, resources, and support needed to build successful careers in technology. This year’s edition offers participants the opportunity to win one of 25 MacBook Pro (M5) laptops or receive a…

Apply for the ECOWAS Young Graduates Professional Immersion Programme (YGPIP) 2027

ECOWAS Young Graduate Immersion Programme 2027 – See How to Apply

Timileyin AwogbadeAugust 2, 2026August 2, 202603 mins

Applications are now open for the ECOWAS Young Graduate Immersion Programme (YGPIP) 2027. This is a unique opportunity for young graduates across West Africa to gain practical work experience within ECOWAS institutions. The 12-month programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional employment by placing participants in ECOWAS institutions, specialized agencies,…

Zayna Shaw Foundation Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 application now open.

Zayna Shaw Foundation Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 – See How to Apply

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 31, 2026July 31, 202603 mins

Applications are now open for the Zayna Shaw Foundation Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 (Phase 1), a merit-based scholarship designed to support outstanding female Chemical Engineering students from Nigeria’s South-West region. Beyond financial assistance, the programme provides structured mentorship by pairing each successful applicant with a Partner in Progress—an experienced academic or industry professional who…

Federal Government NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 3 Opens 2026 Applications (Offering Free Training, ₦22,500 Monthly Stipend & Starter Packs)

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 23, 2026July 23, 202605 mins

The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has officially commenced applications for the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 3. The NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative is a Federal Government programme designed to equip unemployed Nigerians with practical, employable skills and support them towards sustainable employment and entrepreneurship. Through the initiative, approximately 21,824 beneficiaries will receive…

Bincom ICT Solutions Tech Apprenticeship Programme 2026 | Apply for Cybersecurity Trainee

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 23, 2026July 23, 202603 mins

Applications are now open for the Bincom ICT Solutions Tech Apprenticeship Programme (Cybersecurity Trainee). This programme is designed for individuals who want to build a career in cybersecurity by gaining practical experience, industry mentorship, and exposure to real-world security operations. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an aspiring tech professional, this apprenticeship offers an opportunity…

Africa Future Leaders 2026 Programme | Global Leadership Opportunity for First-Class Graduates Across Africa

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 22, 2026July 22, 202602 mins

Applications are now open for the Africa Future Leaders (AFL) 2026 Programme, an initiative by the Elevate Youth Leadership Initiative Lagos (EYLI Lagos) and Top100 Africa Future Leaders. The programme is designed to identify, recognize, and empower exceptional graduates who have demonstrated outstanding academic excellence and leadership potential. If you graduated with a First Class…

TechUp Academy Merit Scholarship 2026 | Learn Data Analysis, Web Development & Graphic Design Online

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 22, 2026July 22, 202602 mins

Applications are now open for the TechUp Academy Merit Scholarship 2026, an opportunity for students, graduates, and young professionals to gain practical digital skills through a 3-month online training programme at a highly subsidized cost. Participants will receive live online instruction, hands-on projects, mentorship, and a certificate upon successful completion. Programme Details Programme: TechUp Academy…

Apply for the MTNF/MUSON Diploma Course in Music 2026 | Fully Sponsored Music Diploma Programme

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 21, 2026July 21, 202603 mins

Applications are now open for the MTNF/MUSON Diploma Course in Music 2026. This is a two-year full-time diploma programme jointly organised by the MTN Foundation (MTNF) and the Musical Society of Nigeria (MUSON) to provide advanced professional music training for talented Nigerians. The programme is designed to produce well-rounded musicians who are qualified for direct…

Bosun Tijani Foundation Gen AI Fellowship 2026 | 6-month Free Training + N50,000 Monthly Stipend | Apply Now

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 21, 2026July 21, 202602 mins

Applications are now open for the Bosun Tijani Foundation Gen AI Fellowship 2026, a fully funded six-month fellowship designed to equip aspiring AI professionals with practical, industry-relevant skills in Artificial Intelligence while providing financial support, mentorship, and career opportunities. The fellowship will be held at ICT Park, Abeokuta and Kano, with training scheduled to begin…

Application now open for IBM SkillsBuild Digital Skills Scholarship

IBM SkillsBuild Digital Skills Scholarship 2026 (Cohort 6) | Apply for Free AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science & Digital Skills Training

Timileyin AwogbadeJuly 20, 2026July 20, 202604 mins

Applications are now open for the IBM SkillsBuild Digital Skills Scholarship 2026 (Cohort 6), a fully funded digital skills programme designed to equip students, graduates, entrepreneurs, job seekers, and young professionals with practical, in-demand technology and professional skills. The scholarship is organised by YASIF Nigeria in partnership with the International Association for Volunteer Effort (IAVE)…