The Federal Government has opened applications for the second cohort of its flagship Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Programme, earmarking a N22,500 monthly stipend for participants.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by Boriowo Folasade, Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, on Monday.
The development is aimed at reinforcing the ministry’s commitment to equipping Nigerian youth with practical skills that support job creation, entrepreneurship, and national development.
According to the statement, applications for the new cohort will commence on Monday, 13 April 2026, while interested Nigerians are invited to enrol in the nationwide skills development initiative designed to strengthen technical capacity and address unemployment.
The Minister of Education, Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON, described the TVET Programme as a strategic intervention aimed at empowering young Nigerians with industry-relevant skills needed to thrive in today’s evolving economy.
“In strengthening this programme, the Federal Government is investing in the productive capacity of our youth. By providing practical training and recognised certification, we are creating pathways for self-employment, innovation, and long-term economic growth,” Dr Alausa stated.
The Federal Ministry of Education will collaborate with the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture and Tourism to enhance training in creative and cultural trades during the programme.
According to the statement, the programme offers intensive six-month and one-year hands-on training in accredited training centres across the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
“Participants will receive a monthly stipend of N22,500 throughout the duration of their training and will be awarded a nationally recognised certification upon successful completion.
“Training will cover a wide range of high-demand sectors, including construction, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), automotive technology, creative media, agriculture, fashion and garment production, cosmetology, tourism and hospitality, catering services, and leather works, among others,” the statement partly reads.
Applicants must be available for full and consistent participation throughout the training period.
To ensure transparency and accountability, attendance will be monitored using biometric verification systems, and stipends will only be paid to trainees who meet the programme’s attendance requirements.
Applicants will also be required to provide their National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN) during the registration process.
Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications through the official TVET portal: www.tvet.education.gov.ng, the statement added.
The ministry stressed that the partnership aims to unlock the vast potential of Nigeria’s creative economy while expanding employment opportunities for young people.
