FG: 95,000 Applications Flood TVET Programme Within One Week Of Relaunch.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced an overwhelming response to the relaunched Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme, with over 95,000 applications submitted within just one week of its revival. The initiative, aimed at equipping millions of Nigerian youths with practical, industry-relevant skills, has sparked significant interest nationwide, signalling a renewed enthusiasm for vocational training.
Education Minister Dr Tunji Alausa revealed the remarkable figure in a post on X on Sunday, 1 June 2025, following the programme’s relaunch on 29 May 2025. “The Ministry of Education is thrilled by the overwhelming response to the TVET Initiative! Over 95,000 applications have already been submitted—an incredible show of interest in skills development across Nigeria,” he wrote, adding that the ministry is actively addressing feedback to resolve any challenges.
The TVET programme, structured to drive national development, offers three flagship tracks: Master6, a six-month course; Master12, a one-year programme; and the Technical College Track, a three-year option for those aged 15 to 20. All require a National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN) for registration. Training, set to commence in August 2025, will span 25 skill areas, including electrical installation, welding and fabrication, plumbing, solar PV installation, fashion design, and automobile mechanics, delivered through Vocational Enterprise Institutes, Skills Training Centres, and federal and state technical colleges
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Key incentives include free tuition at public technical schools, monthly stipends of N22,500 for trainees, and access to starter packs and low-interest loans for entrepreneurship through partnerships with the Bank of Industry. The government aims to train five million skilled youths by 2030, aligning certifications with the National Skills Qualification (NSQ) framework via NABTEB and sectoral awarding bodies.
Dr Alausa noted challenges, particularly mismatches between names on BVN and NIN records, which have delayed some applications. “We’ve received your feedback and are working quickly to resolve any issues,” he assured applicants. The minister expressed delight at the response, highlighting its potential to transform Nigeria’s workforce and economy.
The initiative, launched in Abuja on 29 May 2025, reflects the government’s commitment to bridging the skills gap in sectors like ICT, renewable energy, construction, agriculture, and the automotive industry. With training backed by strategic investments and partnerships, the FG hopes to empower youths to secure jobs or launch their own ventures, fostering a self-sustaining ecosystem of skill development and mentorship.
As applications continue to pour in, the TVET programme’s early success underscores a growing demand for practical, income-generating skills among Nigerian youths, setting the stage for a stronger, more skilled workforce.
