The Federal Government of Nigeria is targeting the creation of at least 20,000 jobs each year through the launch of the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP)
Vice President Senator Kashim Shettima is set to officially launch NJFP 2.0 on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, in Abuja.
The event will also feature a High-Level Policy Dialogue on Job Creation, themed “From Skills to Jobs and Enterprises: Driving Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship in Key Economic Sectors.”
Ahead of the launch, the Vice President inaugurated the Project Steering Committee on Monday, urging members to ensure the programme is inclusive and reaches every part of the country.
The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) was officially launched on August 31, 2021, to address the prevalent issue of youth unemployment by providing recent graduates with opportunities to gain practical work experience, thereby enhancing their employability in the competitive job market.
In February 2022, the European Union pledged €44 million to support the NJFP, enabling the placement of 20,000 Nigerian youths in one-year paid internships across various sectors, including the public and private sectors.
This funding was intended to facilitate the development of a skilled workforce capable of contributing to Nigeria’s economic growth and development.
Since its inception, NJFP has empowered over 14,000 young Nigerians through 12-month paid fellowships designed to build experience, confidence, and long-term career opportunities. The fellowships have been instrumental in bridging the gap between academic qualifications and practical job requirements, thereby contributing to the professional growth of participants.
In response to the pressing challenge of youth unemployment, the Nigerian government has intensified efforts to create sustainable job opportunities across various sectors.