Do you need a scholarship to support your vocational ambitions? Do not miss the oppurtunity to be a part of the first cohort of fellows. LONG is an organization that equip young people from low-income backgrounds with market-relevant vocational and digital skills that foster self-reliance and empower them to be change agents in their communities. Get empowered with our vocational training scholarships.
Host: LONG
Category: Training
Closing Date: 30th of Aug. 2025
Available Skill Areas
- Software Development
- Fashion Design
- Catering/Event Planning
Eligibility Criteria
- You are a citizen of Nigeria and resident in the country.
- Be between 16–26 years old at the time of application.
- Must be from a low-income family with annual income of less than 3 million naira.
- Must have completed at least Primary 5 and possess a certificate of completion. Applicants should not be enrolled or have completed any tertiary education (i.e OND, HND or bachelor degree).
- Must demonstrate a genuine interest in learning a specific skill (evidence of past effort or self-learning is a plus).
- Must be willing to fully commit a minimum of 40 hours weekly to the training, complete all tasks and projects, and adhere to the rules and regulations of the program.
- Children of Christian missionaries who are serving in Nigeria are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Applications are only open for states where Empowered by LONG has training partnerships per cohort.
Programme Benefits
- Train: Partner with established industry leader to train selected youth in a vocational skill on a fully funded scholarship.
- Setup: Provide enterprise setup grants (N1million) to kickstart a successful self-employed career.
- Mentor: Provide career mentorship and entrepreneurial support for a successful vocational career.
How to Apply
Eligible applicants should proceed to the official organization announcement website to read the full details and application procedures of this opportunity. Click the Apply Link below to proceed.
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