The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria, in collaboration with the House of Representatives Committee on Corporate Social Responsibility (CCRS), has officially launched the Digital for Youth-Led Enterprise Programme 2025 a national initiative designed to empower young Nigerian innovators with digital skills, mentorship, and funding opportunities.
The programme seeks to harness the creativity of Nigeria’s youth to develop digital solutions addressing key national challenges in Agriculture, Health, and Education three crucial sectors driving the country’s economic transformation.
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About the Programme
The Digital for Youth-Led Enterprise Programme 2025 offers a five-day, all-expenses-paid training and design sprint, where selected participants will receive hands-on mentorship from leading experts in technology, business, and social innovation.
Date: November 10 – 14, 2025
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Cohort Size: 30 young innovators across Nigeria
This initiative is fully funded by UNDP, ensuring that participants can focus entirely on developing and refining their solutions without financial barriers.
Benefits for Participants
Successful applicants will gain access to several exclusive benefits, including:
- All-expenses-paid participation covering travel, meals, and accommodation
- Hands-on training and design sprint to turn innovative ideas into viable projects
- Mentorship and coaching from industry experts and innovation leaders
- Networking opportunities with development partners, policymakers, and investors
- National recognition for outstanding digital innovation
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the 2025 cohort, applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen aged between 18 and 35 years
- Demonstrate a strong interest in digital technology and entrepreneurship
- Be working on or planning to create digital solutions in Agriculture, Health, or Education
How to Apply
Applications are open nationwide, and only 30 participants will be selected. Early applications are strongly encouraged due to limited slots.
Apply Now via the Official UNDP Nigeria Application Portal: Click Here to Apply
Applicants are advised to carefully fill out all required details and submit before the deadline to increase their chances of being selected.
Why This Programme Matters
The UNDP Digital for Youth-Led Enterprise Programme 2025 is more than just a training opportunity it is a national movement aimed at nurturing the next generation of digital innovators and social entrepreneurs.
By empowering Nigerian youth with practical digital skills, mentorship, and exposure, UNDP is contributing to inclusive economic growth, job creation, and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria.
Source: MSME Africa