Youth development is a vital pillar of Nigeria’s economic and social progress. However, young people continue to face barriers such as limited access to education, unemployment, and inadequate entrepreneurial support. Various initiatives tackle these challenges head-on by equipping Nigerian youth with the skills, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive.
Take, for example, the Bet9ja Foundation. Since their inception, their programs have collectively invested over ₦500 million in 155+ projects, positively impacting 150 communities across 31+ states. These efforts are shaping the future of young Nigerians through targeted initiatives in education, entrepreneurship, and employability. Read the Bet9ja Foundation's impact report.
ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
Young Executive Program (YEP)
Graduate Employability & Entrepreneurship Summit (GEES)
Entrepreneurship is a powerful tool for economic empowerment, and the ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge allows young innovators to turn their ideas into reality. Launched in 2023, this initiative offers winners seed funding, mentorship, and business training, helping them grow and sustain their ventures. With applications set to reopen this year, the program aims to support even more aspiring entrepreneurs.
Financial constraints remain a significant obstacle to many students obtaining a university degree. The Undergraduate Scholarship Program provides tuition support, mentorship, and academic guidance to deserving students, ensuring that financial limitations do not hinder their educational ambitions. The next application cycle will open soon, reinforcing the commitment to fostering academic excellence.
The Young Executive Program (YEP) is an intensive three-month training initiative designed to equip recent graduates with in-demand professional skills. Participants undergo employability training, entrepreneurship workshops, and leadership development sessions. This program enhances job readiness while providing mentorship and networking opportunities, positioning graduates for career success.
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