The NDE Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 2 Application is currently open. This is an initiative of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE) aimed at providing unemployed Nigerians with hands-on skills to enhance their employability and entrepreneurial capabilities.

The NDE Program offer a variety of flexible training schemes, each featuring multiple skill-set options for you to select from.

Benefits

All training fees covered directly by NDE training fund

Stipends to help cover your learning expenses

Hands-on Training

NDE Certificate of Completion

Starter packs upon training completion to begin your business

Access to low interest business loans to support your start-up expenses

Requirements

If you’re ready to learn, work, or build a business, NDE programmes are for you!

  • Unemployed Youths & School Leavers
  • Graduates
  • Artisans & Informal Workers
  • Women
  • Persons with Disabilities (PWDs)
  • Farmers & Rural Dwellers
  • Middle-Aged & Retirees
  • Interns & Apprentices
  • Small Business Owners

Method of Application

Click Here to Apply

Application Deadline: August 11, 2025.