Nigeria 2.0 Talent Fund
Invest in People
Nigeria's youthful population is one of its greatest economic assets. The Talent Fund is the summit's commitment to turning that potential into participation.
- Eko Convention Centre, Lagos
Focus areas
Skills for the future economy
A dedicated initiative to prepare young Nigerians to participate in, and shape, the future economy.
- Digital skills
- Technology
- Entrepreneurship
- Employability
- Future of work
- Youth participation
- Women's inclusion
10,000
young Nigerians
The Nigeria 2.0 Talent Fund target: 5,000 skilled, 3,000 placed and 2,000 funded.
How the 10,000 breaks down
Skill. Place. Fund.
Three pathways, one fund. Every year, delivered online and through six physical hubs.
- Target
5,000
Skilled
12 weeks of intensive training
- Target
3,000
Placed
6-month paid internships or jobs with partner companies
- Target
2,000
Funded
N250k to N2M enterprise grants with mentorship
Six hubs
- Lagos
- Abuja
- Kano
- Port Harcourt
- Enugu
- Ibadan
Inclusion targets
- 40% women
- 10% persons with disabilities
- 60% under 30
Talent Fund 2026
Apply to the Nigeria 2.0 Talent Fund
We are selecting 10,000 young Nigerians for skills, jobs and capital. The application takes about 4 minutes and no payment is required.
- Portal opens
- 1 October 2026
- Deadline
- Nigerians aged 18 to 35, from all 36 states and the FCT
- Commit 5 hours per week for 12 weeks
- Training is free for beneficiaries
Choose one track
Skills
12-week free training in AI, Data, Cloud or FinTech.
For: Beginners and learners building a foundation.
Prepare: Your chosen skill: AI, Data Analytics, Software Development, Digital Marketing, UI/UX, Cybersecurity or AgriTech.
Jobs
Internship or job placement with partner companies.
For: Applicants who already have a skill, projects or clients.
Prepare: Your CV (PDF) and a LinkedIn or portfolio link.
Capital
N250K to N2M for your business, with mentorship.
For: Founders with a CAC-registered business or a clear idea.
Prepare: Your business name, CAC status and monthly revenue.
Every applicant will need
- A 1-minute video: your name, where you are from, and why you should be picked
- One sentence on the problem you want to solve in Nigeria (150 characters)
- Why a CEO should hire or fund you, in 30 words
- Your WhatsApp number, email and state of residence
Get involved
Two ways to take part
Apply through the Talent Fund portal, or bring your organisation in as an employer or training partner.
Young professionals
Apply for Skills, Jobs or Capital through the Talent Fund portal before 30 October 2026.
How to applyEmployers and partners
Explore how your organisation can support skills, placement and entrepreneurship for young Nigerians.
Support the Talent Fund
Invest in People. Invest in Possibilities.
Take your seat at the table.
Join leaders, investors, businesses, policymakers, innovators and talent at the Nigeria 2.0 Leadership Business Summit.
- Eko Convention Centre, Lagos