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…
Applications are now open for the Yiaga Africa West Africa Regional Community Organizing Institute (COI) 2026, a fully funded leadership and community organizing programme for young changemakers across West Africa. Organized by Yiaga Africa with support from the National Endowment for Democracy (NED), the institute is designed to equip emerging leaders with practical skills in…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Government of Japan–UNITAR Youth and Women Empowerment Programme. This is a fully funded international capacity-building initiative designed to empower young innovators, entrepreneurs, professionals, researchers, and changemakers across selected countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Government of Japan (UNITAR) Youth and Women Empowerment Programme is implemented by the United Nations Institute…
Applications are now open for the Novel Academy Free Solar PV Installation and Maintenance Training Programme. This is a fully sponsored technical skills initiative implemented in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education through the IDEAS-TVET Project, with support from the World Bank. The programme is designed to equip participants with practical, industry-relevant skills in…
Google Artificial Intelligence free courses with free certificates upon completion are now available to everyone. Follow the instructions below to embark on your learning journey in Artificial Intelligence with Google and earn your certificates. Anyone interested can now explore free courses on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) through the Google Cloud Skills Boost…
Applications are now open for the She Code Africa (SCA) Tech Training Program 2026, an opportunity designed to equip women with in-demand technology skills, mentorship, networking opportunities, and career development support. She Code Africa is one of Africa’s leading communities focused on empowering women in technology through training, leadership development, professional support, and access to…
The 2026 application for Fully Funded Google Career Certificate Scholarship now open. A major opportunity is now open for women who want to break into tech or strengthen their digital skills. Through a partnership between WeTech, Grow with Google, and Coursera, over 200 young women will receive fully funded access to globally recognised training programmes…
Applications are now open for the Green Youth Upskilling Programme (GYUP) Cohort II, an initiative by the Oando Foundation aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical, future-ready skills for the growing green economy. Following the success of Cohort I, which trained and positioned participants for real opportunities, the programme is expanding to train 50 additional…
Applications are open for the Stanbic IBTC Blue Blossom Empowerment Programme, a women-focused initiative designed to support female entrepreneurs, professionals, business owners, and career women with access to financial services, networking opportunities, business growth resources, and wealth-building solutions. The Blue Blossom Community was created to help women save smarter, grow sustainable businesses, diversify investments, protect…
Interested and eligible candidates can now apply for Lagos State Public Service Accelerator Programme (PSAP) 2026 Cohort. The Lagos State Government has announced the commencement of applications for the 2026 Public Service Accelerator Programme (PSAP), a leadership development initiative designed to strengthen capacity and prepare the next generation of public sector leaders. The programme is…
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) has announced plans to launch a Business Incubation Initiative aimed at helping graduates of the Skill-Up Artisans Programme (SUPA) establish, manage, and grow sustainable businesses across Nigeria. The initiative is designed to bridge the gap between vocational skills acquisition and entrepreneurship by providing artisans…
Applications are now open for the Amazon Web Services (AWS) She Builds Mentorship Program 2026. The program is a free 12-week mentorship initiative designed to support women and early-career professionals seeking career growth, industry guidance, and valuable professional connections. The programme provides participants with direct access to experienced AWS professionals through one-on-one mentorship, helping them…
Application for MTN Business Life Changing Sales Academy 2026 (Free Training, Mentorship & Business Growth Support for SMEs) is currently ongoing. No fee attached. The registration is 100% free. As part of the World MSME Month 2026 celebration, MTN Business is partnering with SMEDAN to support small and medium-sized businesses through the Life Changing Sales…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Technical Skills Development Programme (TSDP), a fully funded digital skills initiative focused on AI-Augmented Data Analytics. The programme is sponsored by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), and delivered by the Techlytics Institute of Technology and Innovation. Designed to prepare Nigerians for…
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) has announced a Youth Empowerment Programme on Solar Power Installation aimed at equipping young people in Oyo State with practical renewable energy skills that can create employment opportunities and support sustainable community development. With the growing demand for solar energy solutions across Nigeria, this programme offers participants…
The Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development, in partnership with Supahuman, has officially opened applications for Cohort 2 of the Supahuman Program, a fully funded 12-week accelerator designed to equip young Lagos residents with practical digital skills, real-world experience, mentorship, and access to internship and employment opportunities. Following the success of the first…
Applications are now open for the NNPC/Renaissance Joint Venture Enterprise Development Programme 2026. This is a business development initiative designed to support young Nigerians with entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities. Implemented by Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited, operator of the NNPC/Renaissance/TotalEnergies/Agip Energy Joint Venture, the programme aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs transform…
Interested and qualified Nigerian undergraduate students can now apply for Egbin Power PowerUp Internship Experience 2026, paid SIWES at Egbin Power Plc. Egbin Power Plc is currently accepting applications for its PowerUp Internship Experience 2026, a paid six-month SIWES programme designed to provide undergraduate students with practical industry experience in Nigeria’s power sector. As Nigeria’s…
Applications are currently open for the 2026 United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) Graduate Trainee Program for Nigerian STEM students and recent graduates interested in sustainable energy, climate finance, project operations, and development work. The programme offers participants an 6 months opportunity to gain practical experience, technical exposure, professional training, and hands-on involvement in…
The Heinrich Böll Stiftung (hbs) Nigeria Green Academy 2026 is now accepting applications from young Nigerians passionate about governance, social impact, democracy, human rights, sustainability, and community development. Organized by Heinrich Böll Stiftung (hbs), the academy provides selected participants with an opportunity to build knowledge, expand networks, develop advocacy skills, and engage with other change-makers…
Applications and participation are now open for the Development Bank of Nigeria Reward4Learning Programme 2026, an initiative designed to encourage Nigerian entrepreneurs and MSMEs to strengthen their business knowledge while earning rewards. Through this initiative, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and business owners can participate in DBN’s Entrepreneurship Training Programme and stand a chance to receive cash…
The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) in partnership with CyberCrescent has opened applications for the Catch the Researcher Young Programme (CRYP) . This is a digital research capacity development initiative designed to equip Nigerian undergraduates with modern technology skills, advanced research methods, and industry-relevant digital competencies. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board…
Applications are now open for the 2026 FSDH Female Founders Growth Programme, a structured investment readiness programme created to help ambitious women-led businesses prepare for growth and funding opportunities. The programme is powered by FSDH Merchant Bank, Africa Guarantee Fund, and WEAV Capital, with a focus on helping female entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses, improve investor…
Applications are now open for the 2026 Nigerian Breweries Technical Skills Development Programme, an initiative organized by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), Nigeria Employers’ Consultative Association (NECA), and Nigerian Breweries Plc. The programme is designed to equip qualified Nigerian youths with practical technical skills, workplace experience, and industry exposure through intensive training within selected technical…
Application for World Bank free online courses with certificates for global learners in 2026 is now open and out for interested candidates to apply and enroll. The World Bank Group has opened applications for several free online professional courses designed to help learners worldwide build practical skills in data visualization, field research, policymaking, agriculture, gender…
