TRAINING ALERT: Nigerian Government Launches Free Skills Programs for Youth Empowerment

Category: News |

Date: June 2025
Source: Federal Ministry of Education

The Nigerian government has launched the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative to equip youth with practical skills for employment, business, and innovation.

Certification Programs:
- Short-Term Certificate Program (STC) – 6 months
- Vocational Education and Innovation Program (VEI) – 1 year

Skills offered include: electrical installation, welding, plumbing, tiling, carpentry, digital media, GSM repair, auto mechanics, solar systems, agriculture, cosmetology, fashion design, and more.

Training Centers:
- Federal & State Technical Colleges
- Accredited institutions & private vocational centers
- Available across all 6 geopolitical zones

Requirements:
- NIN (National ID)
- BVN (Bank Verification Number)

Apply via: https://tvet.education.gov.ng
Nigeria is investing in your future!