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Nigeria's TVET Initiative Aims to Empower One Million Youths

10/25/2025

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Education Minister Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa announced the Federal Government of Nigeria's TVET initiative to train nearly one million youths as entrepreneurs.
In the first phase, over 250,000 youths are enrolled across 2,600 centres in 28 sectors with practical-skills focus.
Participants receive a monthly stipend of ?22,500 and starter packs upon completion.
The government will offer start-up grants and loans to graduates to expand nationwide.

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Education Minister Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa announced the Federal Government of Nigeria's TVET initiative to train nearly one million youths as entrepreneurs.
In the first phase, over 250,000 youths are enrolled across 2,600 centres in 28 sectors with practical-skills focus.
Participants receive a monthly stipend of ?22,500 and starter packs upon completion.
The government will offer start-up grants and loans to graduates to expand nationwide.