The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced the reopening of the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YIEDEP) Registration Portal 2025, offering Nigerian youths the opportunity to access grants of up to ₦500,000, alongside training and empowerment support.
YIEDEP is a pro-youth economic intervention designed to promote active economic participation, reduce unemployment, support entrepreneurship, and contribute to national development and security.
YIEDEP Programme Summary
Host: Federal Government of Nigeria
Programme Type: Training | Grant | Youth Empowerment
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Grant Amount: ₦50,000 – ₦500,000
Additional Benefits: Training, mentorship, enterprise development support
Application Deadline: Not specified
About the Federal Government YIEDEP Grant 2025
The Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YIEDEP) is a national initiative aimed at engaging young Nigerians in productive economic activities to foster nation-building, economic growth, poverty reduction, and social stability.
The programme seeks to mitigate youth unemployment by providing access to:
Business financing opportunities
Enterprise development services
Skills training and mentorship
Economic incentives to support entrepreneurship
Through YIEDEP, beneficiaries are empowered to become entrepreneurs, job creators, income earners, and wealth builders across various sectors of the economy.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Federal Government YIEDEP Grant 2025, applicants must:
Be a citizen of Nigeria
Be aged 18–35 years
Possess a valid National Identity Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN)
Be interested in or actively engaged in one of the following sectors:
Agriculture
Fashion
Technology (ICT)
Entertainment
Sports
Renewable energy
Other productive businesses
Hold or be willing to open an account with Lotus Bank, Keystone Bank, or Fidelity Bank
Be available to participate in the required training and mentorship programmes
Benefits of the YIEDEP Programme
Selected beneficiaries will receive:
Grant funding ranging from ₦50,000 to ₦500,000
Access to structured training and mentorship
Business development and empowerment support
Opportunities for sustainable income generation
How to Apply on the YIEDEP Registration Portal (Step-by-Step)
Interested and qualified applicants should follow the steps below:
1. Visit the official YIEDEP homepage
2. Click on the “Register Now” button at the top-right corner of the page
3. Complete the online registration form with your personal details, including:
Full name
Address
Phone number
State of origin
Local Government Area (LGA)
BVN
NIN
4. Submit the application
5. Upon successful registration, a Membership Code will be displayed on your screen
This membership code will be required to complete your registration with the partner banks.
How to Register with Partner Banks for YIEDEP Grant 2025
After completing your online YIEDEP registration:
1. Visit the nearest branch of Lotus Bank, Keystone Bank, or Fidelity Bank
2. Present your YIEDEP Membership Code
3. The bank will assist you in creating a dedicated account for the programme
This account will be used for grant disbursement and programme-related transactions.
Application Link
👉 Click here to apply for the Federal Government YIEDEP Grant 2025
Important Notice
The application deadline has not been officially announced. Interested applicants are advised to apply early once the portal is accessible.
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