Lafarge Africa Plc has opened applications for its Technical Skills Development Programme (TSDP) 2026, an 18-month intensive vocational training scheme aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical, industry-relevant technical skills.
The programme is designed to prepare participants for self-employment and employability within Nigeria’s industrial and manufacturing sectors.
About the Lafarge Technical Skills Development Programme
The Lafarge TSDP is a non-residential, tuition-free technical training programme targeted at Ordinary National Diploma (OND) holders. It combines classroom instruction with rigorous hands-on practical sessions across multiple technical disciplines.
Successful candidates will also receive a token monthly allowance to support basic out-of-pocket expenses throughout the training period.
Programme Summary
Host Organisation: Lafarge Africa Plc
Programme Type: Technical Training
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Duration: 18 months
Benefits: Free tuition, hands-on training, monthly stipend, certification
IELTS Requirement: Not required
Application Deadline: January 9, 2026
Training Areas
The programme covers the following technical disciplines:
Maintenance Processes
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Instrumentation and Automation
Welding and Fabrication Technology
Cement Manufacturing Processes
Production
Process and Quality Control
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Possess an Ordinary National Diploma (OND) from a recognised institution
Have a minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry, obtained in not more than two sittings
Benefits of the Programme
Participants will:
Receive intensive technical and vocational training
Gain practical, industry-based experience
Be equipped with skills for self-employment or paid employment
Receive a Lafarge Internal Certificate upon successful completion
Benefit from a monthly allowance to offset training-related expenses
Training Locations
The Lafarge Technical Skills Development Programme will be conducted at the following locations:
Ewekoro, Ogun State
Mfamosing, Cross River State
Ashaka, Gombe State
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Interested and qualified candidates should:
1. Visit the official Lafarge Technical Skills Development Programme webpage
2. Click on the link below
https://recruitment.dragnet-solutions.com/portal/apply?d=lafargegtp&details=475
3. Complete the online application form
4. Upload all required supporting documents
👉 Application Deadline: January 9, 2026
Important Notice
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants are advised to ensure that all information provided is accurate before submission.
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