The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially commenced the disbursement of the ₦22,500 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) stipend to eligible trainees across Nigeria.
The payment, which covers the December 2025 stipend, began on Thursday, February 19, 2026, and is being credited directly to the bank accounts of trainees who have met the programme’s eligibility requirements.
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Who Is Eligible for the ₦22,500 TVET Stipend?
To qualify for the ongoing payment, trainees must meet the following conditions:
- Successful biometric verification on the TVET portal
- Active participation at accredited training centres
- Acceptable attendance record recorded through biometric devices
Importantly, officials clarified that 100% attendance is not mandatory to receive the December stipend, provided the trainee has a reasonable and verifiable attendance percentage.
Trainees Confirm Receipt of Payment Nationwide
Multiple beneficiaries across different states have confirmed receiving ₦22,500 credit alerts on Thursday. The payments are being processed through official government payment channels, including Remita.
Some beneficiaries shared their experiences online:
- “TVET December stipend has started dropping.”
- “Just received my ₦22,500 TVET payment today.”
- “Second TVET stipend payment is ongoing.”
These confirmations indicate that the payment process is actively ongoing nationwide.
“Amt: NGN22,500.00
CR
Desc: VIA REMITTA
R-/NIGERIA
ED:STUDENTSTIPEN
DSTVETINITIATIVE:CBN:
Date: 2026-02-19
3:10:51 PM”
Why Biometric Attendance Matters
The stipend payment follows a directive issued earlier by the Federal Ministry of Education, mandating the use of biometric attendance devices in all accredited TVET training centres.
The policy, communicated to centres in January 2026, was introduced to:
- Improve transparency
- Prevent impersonation
- Ensure only active trainees receive stipends
Attendance data captured through these devices directly affects payment eligibility.
What to Do If You Have Not Received Your TVET Payment
Trainees who have not received their stipend are advised to:
- Log in to their TVET portal dashboard
- Check whether their attendance record is visible
- Immediately contact their training centre coordinator if attendance data is missing or incorrect
Early action can help prevent delays or exclusion from subsequent payments.
About the TVET Programme
The TVET programme is a key part of the Federal Government’s youth empowerment agenda, aimed at equipping Nigerians with practical, industry-relevant skills to boost employability, entrepreneurship, and economic growth.
The monthly stipend serves as financial support to help trainees focus on skill acquisition while undergoing training.