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National Directorate of Employment (NDE) Skills Development Programme: Empowering Nigerians Through Vocational Training

National Directorate of Employment (NDE) Skills Development Programme: Empowering Nigerians Through Vocational Training The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) continues to play a vital role in reducing unemployment and promoting self-reliance through its Skills Development Programme. The initiative is designed to equip unemployed Nigerians with practical, vocational, technical, and entrepreneurial skills that enable them to secure employment, start businesses, and contribute to national economic growth. As Nigeria faces increasing demand for skilled workers and entrepreneurs, the NDE Skills Development Programme provides an opportunity for youths, women, persons with disabilities, and other unemployed citizens to acquire marketable skills at little or no cost. What is the NDE Skills Development Programme? The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) is a Federal Government agency established to combat unemployment by creating employment opportunities through vocational skills ac...

FG, IITA Launch Youth Agribusiness Land Trust Fund to Tackle Unemployment – How to Apply



FG, IITA Launch Youth Agribusiness Land Trust Fund to Tackle Unemployment – How to Apply

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), has launched the Youth in Agribusiness Land Trust Fund (YALTF) to empower millions of young Nigerians through agriculture and reduce unemployment. (Nigerian NewsDirect)

The initiative, unveiled by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, aims to provide young people with access to farmland, training, and business support so they can build sustainable agribusiness enterprises across the country. (Ministry of Information)

According to the Minister of Youth Development, the programme will also unlock agricultural land across 42 National Youth Development Centres and transform them into hubs for youth-led agribusiness and innovation. (Ministry of Information)

The initiative is expected to train and support more than 6 million Nigerian youths in modern agriculture, climate-smart farming, and value-chain opportunities. (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)


About the Youth Agribusiness Land Trust Fund (YALTF)

The Youth in Agribusiness Land Trust Fund is a national programme designed to:

  • Provide young Nigerians access to farmland for agricultural production

  • Offer training and mentorship in agribusiness

  • Support youth-led agricultural startups and enterprises

  • Promote food security and economic growth

  • Reduce youth unemployment in Nigeria

The programme will leverage partnerships between government agencies, development organizations, and private sector stakeholders to support young agripreneurs. (Tribune Online)


Benefits for Selected Participants

Participants in the programme are expected to receive:

  • Access to farmland through the land trust scheme

  • Agribusiness training by IITA experts

  • Mentorship and incubation support

  • Exposure to agricultural value chains and modern technologies

  • Opportunities to build sustainable agricultural businesses


Who Can Apply

Although the full application portal details may vary, typical eligibility requirements include:

  • Nigerian youth

  • Interest in agriculture or agribusiness

  • Willingness to participate in training and farming activities

  • Commitment to building a sustainable agribusiness venture


How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply through the following steps:

  1. Visit the official Federal Ministry of Youth Development or IITA programme portal when the application portal opens.

  2. Fill out the Youth Agribusiness application form.

  3. Provide personal details and information about your agricultural interests or business idea.

  4. Upload required documents (ID, education details, etc.).

  5. Submit your application and wait for screening and selection notification.

The government is expected to roll out the official registration portal and detailed guidelines soon as part of the programme implementation. (npowerdg.com)


Why This Programme Matters
Nigeria’s youth population accounts for more than 60% of the country, and initiatives like YALTF aim to unlock opportunities in agriculture while strengthening national food security and job creation. (Peoples Gazette Nigeria)



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