🎓 FG Approves Free Tuition, Feeding & ₦22,500 Stipend for Technical College Students — Here’s How to Apply Published by Elite Educational Consult Empowering Education, Enriching Futures
📢 Government Launches Free Technical Education Scheme in Nigeria
In a landmark move to boost skill-based education, the Federal Government of Nigeria has officially launched a nationwide initiative offering free tuition, accommodation, meals, and a monthly stipend of ₦22,500 to students enrolled in public technical colleges.
This development, announced by the Minister of Education, Dr. Olatunji Alausa, is a part of the government’s broader plan to reposition Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in Nigeria.
💼 Why This Initiative Matters
In a country where youth unemployment remains a significant issue, the FG’s intervention is a bold step toward creating job-ready graduates. Traditional academics alone are no longer sufficient. Now, practical, hands-on skills are the real currency in the labor market.
According to the minister, the new TVET scheme targets to train five million Nigerian youths in various skilled trades such as:
Plumbing
Electrical installation
Carpentry
Welding
Phone and device repair
Mechatronics
Coding and ICT-based skills
📚 Full Benefits for TVET Students
Enrolled students in federal and state-owned technical colleges will enjoy:
✅ Free school fees
✅ Free accommodation and feeding
✅ Monthly allowance of ₦22,500
✅ Access to soft loans and starter kits for entrepreneurship
✅ Professional certification under the National Skills Qualification Framework
🛠️ Focus on Skills Over Certificates
This isn’t just another scholarship scheme. The goal is real-world empowerment.
In line with this, over 3,600 teachers and trainers have already been retrained to align with international standards. The government is also collaborating with certified public and private training centers to ensure that graduates are not just employable — but capable of creating their own jobs.
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🧰 Bridging School and Industry: Post-Graduation Support
To make the program sustainable, the Federal Government has made provisions for:
💼 Microbusiness loans and grants for graduates
🧳 Starter packs and tools for self-employment
🤝 Mentorship and apprenticeship through industry partnerships
This bridges the gap between classroom learning and hands-on entrepreneurship, ensuring that students can hit the ground running.
🚫 Breaking the TVET Stigma in Nigeria
For decades, technical and vocational education has been wrongly seen as inferior to university degrees. The Minister stressed that it’s time to erase that stigma.
“This is not a backup plan. It’s a path to dignity, innovation, and prosperity,” said Dr. Alausa.
With over 70% of Nigeria’s population under the age of 30, the time to reimagine education is now. TVET isn’t just an alternative — it’s an opportunity.
🔎 How to Apply for the Free Technical College Scheme
Application will be facilitated via the Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) portal, soon to be open for interested students. Eligibility extends to both federal and state government technical colleges.
Elite Educational Consult will provide updates on the registration process as soon as it’s live. Stay connected with us for guidance, documentation support, and application assistance.
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