FG - iDICE Skills to jobs Program 2026 for 300,000 Young Nigerians
Applications are open for the iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Program, a major Federal Government of Nigeria initiative designed to equip 300,000 young Nigerians with industry-relevant digital, creative and workplace skills and connect them with pathways to employment opportunities.
The programme is delivered under the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme and implemented by the Bank of Industry (BOI), with funding support from the African Development Bank (AfDB), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB).
- The Skills-to-Jobs initiative will train 50,000 young people in each of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones, covering all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
- At least 40% of beneficiaries are expected to be women, while persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups are encouraged to participate.
- iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Program Details
- Programme: iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Program
- Parent Programme: Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE)
- Initiative: Federal Government of Nigeria
- Implementing Agency: Bank of Industry (BOI)
- Funding Partners: African Development Bank (AfDB), Agence Française de Développement (AFD) and Islamic Development Bank (IsDB)
- Target Beneficiaries: 300,000 young Nigerians
- Training Slots: 50,000 per geopolitical zone
- Coverage: All six geopolitical zones
- Age Requirement: 15–35 years
- Focus: Digital, creative, BPO and workplace skills
- Women Participation Target: At least 40%
- Application Fee: Free
the iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Program
Federal Government of Nigeria
iDICE is a Federal Government initiative established to support the development of Nigeria’s technology and creative sectors.
Through Skills-to-Jobs, the programme aims to expand access to practical digital and creative skills while improving employment prospects for young Nigerians across the country.
Scale of the Programme
The Skills-to-Jobs initiative is designed to operate nationwide.
Its targets include:
300,000 young Nigerians trained
Six geopolitical zones covered
- 50,000 training opportunities allocated to each zone
- All 36 states and the FCT covered
- At least 40% participation by women
The nationwide structure is intended to ensure that access is not concentrated in only a few major Nigerian cities.
Who Can Apply?
Applications are open to young Nigerians who:
- Are between 15 and 35 years old
- Reside in Nigeria
- Are interested in building careers in the digital or creative economy
- Are willing and committed to completing the training programme
- People with disabilities and other vulnerable groups are specifically encouraged to apply.
Programme Benefits
Successful applicants will have the opportunity to:
Receive industry-focused digital and creative skills training
Develop in-demand skills
Learn from experienced trainers and industry professionals
- Build workplace-ready competencies
- Improve their employability
- Develop skills relevant to the BPO and digital services industries
- Access pathways to employment opportunities
- Prepare for opportunities within Nigeria’s digital economy
- Develop skills applicable to the global outsourcing industry
- Participate in training delivered by accredited providers
- Join a nationwide Federal Government-backed skills initiative
- Application to the programme is completely free.
- Training Across Nigeria’s Six Geopolitical Zones
- The programme allocates 50,000 training slots to each geopolitical zone.
- Applicants are required to apply according to their state of residence.
North Central – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Benue
- Kogi
- Kwara
- Nasarawa
- Niger
- Plateau
- Federal Capital Territory
North East – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Adamawa
- Bauchi
- Borno
- Gombe
- Taraba
- Yobe
North West – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Jigawa
- Kaduna
- Kano
- Katsina
- Kebbi
- Sokoto
- Zamfara
South East – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Abia
- Anambra
- Ebonyi
- Enugu
- Imo
South South – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Akwa Ibom
- Bayelsa
- Cross River
- Delta
- Edo
- Rivers
South West – 50,000 Training Slots
Eligible locations:
- Ekiti
- Lagos
- Ogun
- Ondo
- Osun
- Oyo
This structure means eligible young Nigerians across every state and the FCT have a regional application pathway.
Deadline: Ongoing
How to Apply
Interested Applicant can apply via this link
