IDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme 2026: Applications Now Open – See How To Apply

The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme, is offering the iDICE Skills-to-Jobs Programme 2026 to train 300,000 young Nigerians in industry relevant digital, creative, Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) and workplace skills. The programme is implemented by the Bank of Industry with support from the African Development Bank, Agence Française de Développement and Islamic Development Bank. Application is 100% FREE.

Requirements:

• Must be between 15 and 35 years old.
• Must reside in Nigeria.
• Must have an interest in building a career in the digital or creative economy.
• Must be willing and committed to completing the training programme.
• Persons with disabilities and other vulnerable groups are encouraged to apply.
• Women are encouraged to apply, with at least 40% of beneficiaries targeted to be women.

Training Areas:

• Digital skills.
• Creative skills.
• Business Process Outsourcing (BPO).
• Workplace and employability skills.
• Digital services and related industry competencies.
• Training pathways may vary depending on the applicant's location, training provider and applicable programme pathway.

Benefits:

• Industry focused digital and creative skills training.
• Practical training aligned with industry requirements.
• Workplace and employability skills development.
• Training from experienced trainers and industry professionals.
• Skills development relevant to BPO and digital services.
• Improved employability and career readiness.
• Access to pathways towards employment opportunities.
• Training delivered through accredited providers.
• Opportunity to participate in a nationwide Federal Government backed skills initiative.
• 300,000 young Nigerians targeted across the programme.
• 50,000 training opportunities allocated to each of the six geopolitical zones.