Tinubu Launches Power Force to Train 5,000 Youth

President Bola Tinubu launched the Power Force initiative, aimed at training 5,000 young Nigerians to support the deployment of smart electricity meters across the country. This initiative is part of a broader effort to create job opportunities and strengthen ongoing power sector reforms.

The first phase of the program will commence in Abuja in July 2026, followed by rollouts across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones. The initiative is designed to close critical skill gaps in meter installation and expand opportunities for youth participation in national development.

Participants will receive intensive technical training from the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria and will be certified to meet compliance standards overseen by the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency. Successful trainees will connect with distribution companies for job opportunities.

The program reflects the administration's commitment to job creation and youth empowerment, providing practical skills and recognized certifications that lead to employment and entrepreneurship within the power value chain.