Apply Now: FG, UNDP Launch Programme to Connect Young Nigerians with Career Opportunities

• The Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations Development Programme have launched a programme for young Nigerian graduates
• The empowerment initiative is designed to connect young Nigerians with career opportunities across the country
• The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) has released guidelines on how young Nigerians can apply for the programme

Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues

FCT, Abuja - The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) has announced a plan to engage young Nigerian graduates with work experience in the country.

The programme is designed to connect high-potential Nigerian graduates with real-world work opportunities nationwide.

NJFP announced that the application portal will open on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

This was contained in a post shared via its X handle @NigeriaJFP on Friday, October 17, 2025.

The empowerment programme gives young Nigerian graduates the chance to connect with real career opportunities.

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Eligibility/requirements for NJFP

According to the post, interested applicants must meet the following requirements/eligibility status

• Fresh graduate (bachelor’s degree or HND Certificate) from any discipline and graduated not earlier than 2022.
• Graduated with at least a Second-Class Lower (2.2) for a bachelor’s degree or Upper Credit (> 3.00) for HND Certificate holders.
• 30 years old or younger.
• Not currently engaged in any employment.
• Completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) OR have a certificate of exemption from the NYSC.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management and a professional attitude.

Interested applicants are also expected to have demonstrated interest/commitment in the chosen career field and in contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic development.

Documentation required for NJFP

Applicants must also have the following documents:

• Notarized Degree Certificate
• NYSC Certificate
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• National Identification Number (NIN) Slip
• Bank Verification Number (BVN)

What is NJFP?

NJFP is a youth empowerment initiative by the Federal Government of Nigeria, co-funded by the European Union and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

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The programme offers a 12-month paid work placement in private and public sector organizations across Nigeria.

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The initiative, powered by Schull Technologies and announced by Dr Dípò Awójídé, aimed to equip youths with skills in Cloud Engineering, Data Analysis, and Product Management.

Nigerians on social media praised the gesture as timely and impactful, with many describing it as a valuable step toward youth empowerment and digital readiness.

Employment: FG launches national job centre project

Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that the federal government of Nigeria launched the National Job Centre Project to connect skilled Nigerians with real employment opportunities.

Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, also unveiled the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP).

Both initiatives align with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which aims to build a more inclusive and sustainable labour market.

Source: Legit.ng