YEIDEP Batch B Recruitment Begins: Nigerian Youths to Receive ₦500,000 Startup Grant Under Youth Economic Intervention Programme
The Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YEIDEP) has announced the commencement of Batch B recruitment, giving another opportunity to millions of Nigerian youths to benefit from the government-backed empowerment initiative.
The programme aims to support over 20 million young Nigerians with a ₦500,000 startup grant to help them launch or expand their businesses and entrepreneurial ideas across different sectors of the economy.
According to the organisers, the initiative is designed to tackle youth unemployment, encourage entrepreneurship, and reduce social and economic vulnerabilities among young people in Nigeria.
Opportunity for Those Who Missed Batch A
Applicants who were unable to participate in the first phase, Batch A, can now apply in the newly opened Batch B recruitment exercise.
The YEIDEP initiative focuses on empowering youths with financial support and practical opportunities to build sustainable businesses in areas such as:
- Agriculture
- Digital services
- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs)
- Manufacturing and local production
- Technology and innovation
- Programme Objectives
The YEIDEP programme is structured to:
- Provide startup grants of up to ₦500,000 to eligible youths
- Encourage self-employment and entrepreneurship
- Reduce poverty and economic hardship among young Nigerians
- Promote peace and economic stability through youth empowerment
Who Can Apply
The programme targets Nigerian youths interested in starting or expanding a business. Applicants are encouraged to prepare their business ideas and necessary details before submitting their application.
Final Note
Young Nigerians who missed the first opportunity are strongly advised to take advantage of the Batch B recruitment window and apply early to increase their chances of being selected.
