Nigeria's FG Launches TVET Initiative with Monthly Stipend

The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) initiative under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda. This program aims to provide Nigerians with practical skills, employment opportunities, and financial independence.

The initiative offers tuition-free vocational training and a monthly stipend of ₦30,000 for eligible participants, aimed at covering transportation and training-related expenses. Applications for Batch C, also known as Cohort 3, are currently open.

The TVET program emphasizes hands-on training, with 90% of learning focused on practical activities. Participants can choose from various courses, including solar installation, plumbing, fashion design, and more.

There are two training pathways: the Short-Term Certificate (STC) program, lasting six months, and the Vocational Education and Innovation (VEI) program, lasting one year. Key requirements for applicants include a valid National Identification Number (NIN), Bank Verification Number (BVN), and attendance verification through biometric means.