Are you unemployed, underemployed, or simply tired of waiting for "connection" to land your next opportunity? Good news, the Federal Government of Nigeria, through the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), has rolled out Phase 2 of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) to equip thousands of Nigerians like you with practical, income-generating skills.
Whether you're a graduate, school leaver, artisan, farmer, or business enthusiast, RHEI Phase 2 is a life-changing chance to get trained, earn a monthly stipend, and receive tools to launch your own business, all for free.
About Renewed Hope Employment Initiative
The Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 2 is part of the Federal Government's plan to combat unemployment under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda. Managed by the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), it targets over 21,000 Nigerians with hands-on training in vocational, digital, agricultural, public works, and entrepreneurship skills across Nigeria’s 36 states and the FCT.
Benefits of the NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative
By participating in RHEI Phase 2, you get:
- Free, fully-funded training in a marketable skill of your choice
- A monthly stipend (₦30,000) during the training period
- Certification from NDE after completing the program
- Access to starter packs or tools to kickstart your own business
- Potential access to soft loans or grants for business scaling
- Mentorship and ongoing support in some schemes
Eligibility Criteria for the NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative
To be eligible for RHEI Phase 2, you must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Be between 18 and 40 years old
- Be unemployed or underemployed
- Be willing to commit to the full training period
- Have a valid NIN and a recent passport photo
No academic certificate or degree is required. This opportunity is open to school leavers, NYSC graduates, artisans, people with disabilities (PWDs), retirees, and small business owners.
Program Categories and Responsibilities
Participants will choose from four major categories, each offering unique skills and responsibilities:
1. Rural Employment Promotion (REP)
Skills: Fish farming, poultry, snail rearing, beekeeping, vegetable farming
You will: Learn practical farming techniques, get farm tools, and may receive support to start agri-businesses.
2. Small Scale Enterprises (SSE)
Skills: Business finance, entrepreneurship, marketing
You will: Be trained on how to manage and grow a small business, write business plans, and apply for funding.
3. Vocational Skills Development (VSD)
Skills: Tailoring, plumbing, soap making, welding, electrical work, digital marketing, coding, AI, etc.
You will: Participate in hands-on workshops led by professionals, and receive tools to start your trade.
4. Special Public Works (SPW)
Skills: Solar installation, environmental beautification, graduate coaching
You will: Be engaged in short-term community work or youth empowerment programs tied to specific public projects.
Application Timeline & How to Apply for the NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative
Application Period:
Opens: Monday, July 28, 2025
Closes: Monday, August 11, 2025
How to Apply:
- Visit www.nderegistrationportal.ng or www.nde.gov.ng
- Create a profile using your email
- Provide your NIN, recent passport photo, and other biodata
- Choose your preferred program category and skill
- Submit and download your acknowledgment slip
- Monitor your email or NDE portal for further updates
Note: If your state of residence is different from your state of origin, update it on the form using your NIMC details.
Final Thoughts
The NDE RHEI is not just a government program, it’s a powerful opportunity to unlock your potential, create a sustainable source of income, and contribute to Nigeria’s economic development. Don't miss this rare chance to be trained, paid, and equipped to build a better life.
Apply before August 11, 2025, and take the first step toward a brighter, empowered future.
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