Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) for Young Nigerians 2025

The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) is back and better than ever, this program is for young Nigerians. 

The programme is designed to connect high-potential Nigerian graduates with real-world work opportunities across the country. Whether you're looking to kickstart your career, build valuable experience, or make an impact in your field, NJFP 2.0 is built to help you grow.

If you’ve been waiting for a chance to join or rejoin the programme, here’s what you need to know before the application portal opens on 22nd October 2025 at 5:00PM (WAT).

Nigeria Jubilee Fellowship Programme Benefits

Employment Opportunity 

Hands-on experience

Mentorship and support systems that open doors long after the fellowship ends.

Requirements for Nigeria Jubilee Fellowship Programme

Nigerian citizen

Fresh graduate (bachelor’s degree or HND Certificate) from any discipline and graduated not earlier than 2022.

Graduated with at least a Second-Class Lower (2.2) for bachelor’s degree or Upper Credit (> 3.00) for HND Certificate holders.

30 years old or younger.

Not currently engaged in any employment.

Completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) OR have a certificate of exemption from the NYSC.

Demonstrate interest/commitment in chosen career field.

Demonstrate interest/commitment to contributing to Nigeria’s socio-economic development.

Excellent time management and a professional attitude.

Good verbal and written communication skills. 

Technical Requirements 

Device Requirements 

Fellows must have access to at least one of the following devices:

Smartphone (recommended, as >80% of Nigerian Graduates use mobile):

OS: Android 8.0+ or iOS 12+

RAM: Minimum 2GB (4GB recommended)

Storage: At least 500MB free space (for cached data, downloads)

Screen: Minimum 5-inch display, 720p resolution 

Laptop / Desktop (optional, for advanced use): 

Processor: Intel i3 (or equivalent) and above

RAM: 4GB minimum

Storage: 10GB free space

Operating System: Windows 10+, macOS 10.14+, Linux Ubuntu 18.04+ 

Browser Requirements 

Supported Browsers:

Google Chrome (v90+)

Mozilla Firefox (v85+)

Microsoft Edge (v90+)

Safari (v13+ on iOS/macOS)

Network Requirements 

Network Types Supported:

3G / 4G LTE (primary)

2G (basic features only, like text announcements)

5G (fully supported, where available)

Wi-Fi (institutional or personal hotspots) 

Security & Access Requirements 

Two-factor authentication (2FA) recommended (SMS/email/Authenticator app).

The device must have up-to-date security patches.

Fellows accessing from shared devices (e.g., cybercafés) must log out after use. 

Accessibility & Usability 

Must be mobile-first (since the majority use smartphones).

Portal will adapt to low-resolution devices. 

Application Documents

Documentation Required 

Notarized Degree Certificate

NYSC Certificate

Curriculum Vitae (CV)

National Identification Number (NIN) Slip

Bank Verification Number (BVN) 

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

For more details, visit United Nation Development Program Nigeria webpage