Imagine a Nigeria where your dreams no longer die with your zip code.
That’s the vision of the National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP), a bold government initiative focused on ending extreme poverty, empowering young Nigerians, and creating sustainable livelihoods for the future.
Whether you’re a youth looking to learn a skill, a micro-entrepreneur needing credit, or an unemployed graduate tired of waiting, NAPEP is designed to help you build, earn, and grow.
The National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) is Nigeria’s flagship anti-poverty program focused on:
- Vocational training for youth
- Access to internship grants
- Micro-credit support for entrepreneurs
- Job creation in key sectors like automobile, agriculture, and construction
More than just a program, NAPEP is a transformation agenda—to change the economic, cultural, and social lives of Nigerians by investing in people, especially the rural and urban poor.
Benefits
If selected, you can benefit from:
- Vocational Training in trades like tailoring, auto repair, ICT, fashion design, aluminum work, etc.
- Internship & Startup Grants to help you transition from training to earning
- Micro-Credit Access (zero or low-interest loans) to support your small business
- Job Placement in selected industries
- Business Advisory & Mentorship
- National recognition and certification
- All selected beneficiaries will receive a monthly stipend of ₦100,000 paid by National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP), subject to achieving planned results for each month.
And most importantly, a real pathway out of poverty.
🎯 Who Is Eligible?
To qualify for NAPEP, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Nigerian citizen by birth
- Have a valid National Identification Number (NIN)
- Be 18 years or older at the time of registration
- Possess at least an O-Level certificate (WAEC/NECO/GCE)
- Currently unemployed, underemployed, or running a micro-business
- Must demonstrate interest in skills acquisition or enterprise development
How to Apply – Step by Step
Follow these steps carefully:
Step 1: Get Your NIN Ready
Make sure your National Identification Number (NIN) is active and verifiable via NIMC. This is needed to validate your identity.
Step 2: Visit the Official NAPEP Portal
Go to the official NAPEP application website (NAPEP PORTAL).
Step 3: Fill the Online Application Form
You’ll need to enter:
- Personal details (Name, DOB, LGA, State of Origin)
- NIN number
- Education history (at least O-Level)
- Your preferred training area or business sector
Step 4: Upload Required Documents
Scan and upload:
- A valid ID (NIN slip, National ID card, or Voter’s card)
- O-Level certificate
- Passport photo
Step 5: Submit & Await Screening
You’ll receive a confirmation email or SMS after submission. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further screening or orientation.
Step 6: Start Your Training or Get Funded
If selected, you’ll begin training or receive startup grants/micro-credit support based on your application path.
Whether you want to build a business, learn a trade, or fund your hustle, NAPEP is your shot at a better life.
