The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched the 2025 edition of the Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme (LEEP) to tackle unemployment and empower Nigerians through skill acquisition, job creation, and entrepreneurship.
About the LEEP Program
The LEEP initiative is part of the government’s strategic efforts to boost national productivity by equipping citizens with relevant skills and connecting them to viable employment and business opportunities.
With a goal of creating 2.5 million jobs incrementally, LEEP focuses on transforming the Nigerian workforce through capacity development and entrepreneurship support.
Program Overview:
Host: Federal Government of Nigeria
Category: Training & Empowerment
Eligibility: Nigerian Citizens
Benefits: Skills training, certifications, job placements, and entrepreneurial support
Application Deadline: Not Specified
IELTS: Not Required
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be Nigerian citizens
Be actively seeking employment, business, or skill development opportunities
Include youth, women, and marginalized groups
Benefits of the LEEP Program
Participants will gain access to:
Industry-relevant training and certifications
Mentorship and career guidance
Vocational and entrepreneurial support
Employment opportunities through job fairs and digital job portals
Key Components of the LEEP Program
LEEP operates through six major pillars to drive inclusive growth:
1. LEEP Job Portal – Connecting applicants to job opportunities nationwide
2. LEEP Digital Academy – Online learning for digital and technical skills
3. Digital Nomads Program – Supporting remote work and digital freelancing
4. Vocational & Entrepreneurship Program (VEP) – Hands-on vocational and business training
5. LEEP Job Fairs – Nationwide employment expos connecting job seekers with employers
6. Center for Learning Spaces – Physical
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