In a continued effort to address unemployment and promote self-reliance among Nigerians, the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has launched the online registration portal for the Second Phase of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI). The program, branded as “Jobs For All”, is part of the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda aimed at empowering unemployed and underemployed citizens with in-demand skills and access to job opportunities.
What is the RHEI?
The RHEI is a nationwide employment initiative offering free training in vocational, digital, agricultural, and entrepreneurial skills. The program targets Nigerian youths and adults who are unemployed, underemployed, or seeking to transition into new career paths. It is designed to not only create jobs but also equip participants with sustainable skills that drive economic growth.
Available Training Categories
The initiative provides access to several training programs under four major categories:
A. Rural Employment Promotion Program
- Sustainable Agricultural Development Training Scheme (SADTS)
- Organic Agricultural Training Scheme (OATS)
- Fish Production and Feed Formulation Training Scheme (FPFFTS)
- Microlivestock Agricultural Training Scheme (MATS)
- Small Stock (Goat) Production Empowerment Scheme (SSGPES)
B. Small Scale Enterprises Programme
- Start Your Own Business (SYOB)
- Enterprise and Finance Counseling Clinic (NDE-EFCC)
- Matured Peoples’ Programme (MPP)
- Micro Enterprises Enhancement Scheme (MEES)
- Basic Business Training (BBT)
C. Vocational Skills Development Program
- Quick-Fix Demand Driven Development and Empowerment
- Digital Skills Training
- Community-Based Training and Empowerment
- Techno-Cultural Craft Training Scheme
- Special Vocational Training for Persons with Special Needs and Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
D. Special Public Works Program
- Solar Energy Training and Empowerment Scheme
- Environmental Beautification Training and Empowerment Scheme
- Graduate Attachment Programme (GAP)
- Graduate Coaching Scheme (GCS)
Who Can Apply?
According to the NDE, the program is open to:
- Unemployed Nigerians
- Underemployed individuals
- Youths seeking entrepreneurship or vocational training opportunities
Registration Requirements
To register, applicants will need the following:
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- Active email address
- Recent passport photograph
Application Deadline and How to Apply
Registration is open from Monday, 28th July 2025 to Monday, 11th August 2025.
To apply, visit the official portal:
👉 www.nderegistrationportal.ng/signup
Early registration is advised as demand is expected to be high.
