The National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) is once again calling on eligible Nigerian citizens to apply for 2025/2026 in order to benefit from the program.
NAPEP was a program that is as old as Nigerian democracy, with the program set up in 2001 by the Nigerian government due to the alarmingly high percentage of poverty in the country. The program aims to reduce poverty by equipping people with skills needed that can generate money.
NAPEP is one of the most applied poverty alleviation programs due to its relevance and also its credibility, which it has managed to maintain over the years despite the long establishment of the program.
Are you interested in applying for the NAPEP 2025/2026? Then you should register, especially if you are an unemployed Nigerian who wants to acquire vocational skills. Below is the full guide that will tell you about the eligibility and requirements, documents needed, and also how to apply.
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What Is NAPEP?
The National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) is an old Nigerian program that has survived many administrations since the inception of democratic rule in Nigeria. The program was established in 2001 to replace the existing Poverty Alleviation Program (PAP).
Since its establishment, it has established and trained over 130,000 Nigerian youths in the area of vocational training and also engaged over 280,000.
While NAPEP is a good program that is meant to eradicate poverty in Nigeria, many Nigerians have exploited the loophole by applying for it even while they are not poor, and there have been instances where some use the opportunity to present a phishing link portraying it as the agency program in order to exploit Nigerians.
The major target beneficiaries for NAPEP include unemployed youths, small business owners, and also Nigerians who are within the age bracket and also willing to learn.
NAPEP key support areas include skill training, grants for qualified candidates, microcredit, and job creation.
Vocational Skills Taught by NAPEP
● Plumbers
● Pipefitters
● Steamfitters
● Event Management
● Photography
● Electrical
● Makeup Artistry
● Graphic Designing
● Hairdressing
● Craftsperson
● ICT and a lot more……
Benefits of the NAPEP program
● Vocational and technical skills training
Candidates who applied for the program and were chosen are given the opportunity to have vocational and technical skills through this program, and this can be the beginning of the source of a good income.
● Internship and startup grants
The reason why NAPEP is different from other poverty eradication programs is the startup grants that it usually gives to the graduate who successfully finished the program duration.
● Monthly Stipend for Beneficiaries
NAPEP beneficiaries enjoy a monthly stipend of N100,000.
● Access to Micro Credit Loans
Access to microcredit loans is one benefit that NAPEP candidates do enjoy, as the agency in charge of the program has easy access to agencies that grant microcredit loans.
Eligibility and Requirements for NAPEP
● Applicant must be a Nigerian citizen.
● Applicant age bracket must be within 18 years-65 years.
● Must have at least an O-level certificate
● National Identification Number (NIN)
● Demonstrate interest in skills or entrepreneurship
● A valid email address
● Must be unemployed, underemployed, or running a micro business at the time of application
Document needed for NAPEP application
● NIN Slip
● Valid Email Address
● Phone Number
● Education Certificate
How to apply for the National Poverty Eradication Programme (NAPEP) 2025/2026
● Prepare your NIN and ensure that it can be verified through NIMC; this is done to make sure that your identity can be verified.
● Go to the official portal at http://www.napep-gov.ng/. Ensure that the portal address is correct and based on multiple outlets, and report the link seems to be dead; always check when the portal is active.
● On the portal, fill out the application form by inputting personal details, which contain your name, date of birth, state of origin, and marital status, and also your other details like education level and your preferred skill area or business.
● Upload the required documents by scanning them before uploading. Relevant scanned documents should contain a national ID card, NIN, voter card, O-level certificate, and passport photo.
● Review what you have submitted to make sure that there is no error or mistake when submitting the form.
● Submit and await screening. You will receive a confirmation email in your Gmail inbox for the confirmation of the submission. Candidates who are successful will be contacted for screening or orientation.
● Start Training and Get Funded. If selected, you will start training or receive a grant if you are already established in one line of trade or skill, while those with no skill will start training immediately.
Tips to increase your chance of selection
● Provide accurate information that can be verified, most especially your documents that you want to submit.
● Choose relevant skill areas for you; do not copy by choosing what your friend chooses. You might be disqualified because of this if it is found out that you don’t have interest in the skill during the screening process.
● Apply early, as soon as the portal is open, in order to maximize your chance of getting approved.
● Monitor your email regularly for confirmation or screening date.
Frequently Asked Questions
● Is NAPEP Application Free
NAPEP registration is free of charge, and no payment is required for you to apply.
● Do I need a degree?
No. You can use your O-level certificate to apply.
● How much is the stipend?
The stipend is N100,000 per month for beneficiaries.
● Is the NAPEP portal real or fake?
The portal is real, but it is currently offline, but the agency is working on it.
Conclusion
NAPEP is one big opportunity for Nigerians to obtain trending vocational skills free of charge with other benefits like grants and stipends attached to beneficiaries of the program; this is a one-time opportunity.
Apply through the official portal only, and always ensure you check out for any announcement regarding NAPEP.
