FG Opens YEIDEP Batch B 2026: Get Up to ₦500,000 Startup Grant | Apply Now
The Federal Government has officially opened Batch B recruitment for the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP), a massive empowerment initiative designed to transform the future of Nigerian youths.
With a bold target of empowering up to 20 million young Nigerians, the programme offers startup grants of up to ₦500,000, alongside training, mentorship, and business support.
What is YEIDEP?
The Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP) is a flagship initiative powered by the Federal Ministry of Youth Development.
It is part of the Federal Government’s broader strategy to tackle youth unemployment by promoting entrepreneurship, self-reliance, and economic inclusion.
Rather than waiting for jobs, YEIDEP is focused on helping young people create jobs, build businesses, and generate sustainable income.
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What You’ll Get
Selected participants will benefit from:
- Startup grants ranging from ₦50,000 to ₦500,000
- Entrepreneurship and business training
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Access to market opportunities and networks
- Long-term business support and development resources
This is not just financial aid—it’s a complete support system to help you succeed as an entrepreneur.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Be aged between 18 and 50 years
- Have a valid NIN and BVN
- Have a business idea or existing business
- Be willing to participate in training and mentorship programmes
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Eligible Sectors
YEIDEP supports youths interested in key growth sectors such as:
- Agriculture
- Fashion
- Technology & ICT
- Entertainment
- Sports
- Renewable Energy
- And other productive industries
How to Apply (Important Update)
Unlike before, registration is no longer done online.
To apply:
- Visit any authorized YEIDEP partner bank
- Open a YEIDEP bank account
- This automatically registers you as a verified participant
Residents of Kano State are required to register through the state YEIDEP committee.
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Approved Partner Banks
You can apply through any of the following banks:
- Fidelity Bank
- Keystone Bank
- Wema Bank
- Union Bank
- Guaranty Trust Bank
- Zenith Bank
- Access Bank
- United Bank for Africa
- Ecobank
- Lotus Bank
- Alpha Morgan Bank
Important Warning
The YEIDEP application process is completely FREE.
Do not pay anyone—whether bank staff or intermediaries—who asks for money to “help” you secure the grant. Report any suspicious activity immediately.
