Federal Ministry of Education Launches ₦50m Student-Led Venture Capital Grant Programme (S-VCG) Hello SKILLS AREWA HUB Community, The Federal Ministry of Education has officially launched the Student-Led Venture Capital Grant Programme (S-VCG)—a bold national initiative designed to support student innovators and entrepreneurs across Nigerian tertiary institutions. Through this programme, eligible students can access equity-free grants of up to ₦50 million to scale innovative, technology-driven business ideas. This funding is a grant, not a loan, meaning beneficiaries do not give up ownership or repay the funds. What the S-VCG Offers Equity-free grants of up to ₦50 million per successful student or…
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Federal Government Announces Opening of Federal Technical Colleges Admission Portal The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has announced the commencement of applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges across Nigeria, as part of its commitment to providing free, skills-driven technical education for Nigerian youths. The announcement, obtained by Nigeria Startup News on Monday, follows the approval of the initiative by the Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, CON. This initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s broader strategy to expand access to quality technical and vocational education and equip young Nigerians with practical, employable, and industry-relevant…
Call for Applications: Heirs Insurance Hackathon 2026 | Up to ₦9 Million in Prizes The Heirs Insurance Group has officially announced the Heirs Insurance Hackathon 2026, a nationwide innovation challenge open to students of Nigerian tertiary institutions. This forward-looking hackathon is designed to identify bold, practical, and scalable Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that address real-world challenges within Nigeria’s insurance industry. This initiative underscores Heirs Insurance Group’s strong commitment to youth innovation, digital transformation, and the future of insurance in Africa. About the Hackathon The Heirs Insurance Hackathon 2026 invites students to design AI-powered solutions capable of solving critical issues in…
Graduate Trainee at Reliable Steel and Plastics Industry 2026 | Apply Now Reliable Steel and Plastic Industry Limited is a leading manufacturer of plastic thermowares, including food flasks and coolers. As part of our expansion, we are seeking smart, driven, and hands-on graduates to join our Graduate Trainee Program and support the growth of our manufacturing operations. Role Overview The Graduate Trainee Program is designed to provide practical, on-the-job training across factory and corporate operations. Trainees will work closely with experienced professionals to gain hands-on experience in manufacturing processes, quality control, operations management, and business support functions. Available Trainee Roles…
Apply Now: Prestige Superstores Graduate Management Trainee Programme 2026 The Prestige Superstores brand stands for excellence, responsibility, and convenience—serving customers across all social classes and abilities. We are committed to delivering a pleasant, attractive, and world-class shopping experience, guided by strong brand values that reflect who we are and what we believe. Programme Details Programme Title: Graduate Management Trainee Programme Duration: 18 Months Location: Lagos Application Deadline: 13 February 2026 Programme Summary The Prestige Superstores Graduate Management Trainee Programme 2026 is designed for high-potential graduates who are eager to build a successful career in retail management. Successful candidates will participate…
Apply Now: SEO Africa Graduate Trainee Programme 2026 for Young Nigerian Graduates Applications are now open for interested and qualified candidates to apply for the 2026 SEO Africa Graduate Trainee Programme. SEO Africa (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity Africa) is a leading non-profit leadership organization committed to developing the next generation of socially conscious African leaders by closing the gap between talent and opportunity across Sub-Saharan Africa. Modeled after the highly successful SEO USA programme, SEO Africa operates across Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, and Kenya, and partners with over 30 global organizations. Joining SEO Africa places you at the center of…
Call for Applications: African Impact Initiative Challenge 2026 | Cohort 6 The African Impact Challenge (AIC) empowers bold, early-stage innovators who are solving Africa’s most pressing challenges with solutions that have global potential. The programme supports entrepreneurs in building market-shaping, globally competitive businesses. Our Impact So Far Trained over 7,000 founders and funded more than 100 businesses across 46 countries, including Ghana, Kenya, Rwanda, South Africa, Botswana, Tanzania, Egypt, Morocco, Uganda, Ethiopia, Cameroon, and Nigeria. Supported ventures through two key tracks: Pan-African Health Entrepreneurship (HENT): Supporting health-tech ventures from any African country. Country Innovation (CI): Supporting ventures from a selected…
Call for Applications: Federal Medical Centre Keffi Internship Vacancies for Nurses and Other Health Professionals The Management of Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Keffi, Nasarawa State hereby invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the following internship positions: Available Internship Positions Intern Pharmacists – CONHESS 08 Intern Medical Laboratory Scientists – CONHESS 06 Intern Nurses – CONHESS 08 Intern Radiographers – CONHESS 06 Intern Dental Therapists – CONHESS 07 Intern Dental Technologists – CONHESS 07 Intern Optometrists – CONHESS 08 Physiotherapists (Interns) – CONHESS 08 Also Apply: Call for Applications: SMEDAN GrowHer Accelerator Program (2nd Cohort) for Women Entrepreneurs 2026 General…
Call for Applications: PTDF Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026 | UK, Germany, France & Malaysia The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)—a Federal Government agency charged with developing indigenous human capacity and advancing petroleum technology for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry—invites applications for its 2026 Overseas MSc and PhD Scholarship Programme. The scheme provides qualified Nigerian candidates with the opportunity to pursue selected postgraduate programmes at PTDF partner universities abroad, offering access to world-class education, cutting-edge research facilities, and global industry expertise. Scholarship Benefits Successful candidates will enjoy the following benefits: Return flight tickets Health insurance coverage Tuition and bench fees…
FG Releases Full List of 774 National Health Fellows for Cohort 2 The Federal Government has released the full list of 774 National Health Fellows selected from across the federation, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s health system through the engagement of young professionals. The announcement was made by the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Prof. Muhammad Ali Pate, who explained that the selection process followed a deliberate and inclusive nationwide framework. According to the Minister, one Fellow was selected from each Local Government Area, reflecting a strategic commitment to identify, develop, and return…