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The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has launched approximately 11 key initiatives aimed at stimulating economic growth, assisting small businesses, and developing the skills of Nigerian youth.
The programmes, which cover various sectors including education, energy, housing, and entrepreneurship, are designed to provide opportunities for citizens to access funding, training, and employment.
The eleven key federal government initiatives and the websites to apply or register include: Student Loan Scheme (http://nelf.gov.ng), Consumer Credit Corporation (http://credicorp.ng), Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Initiative (http://pci.gov.ng), Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDiCE) Programme (http://boi.ng/idice), and Skill-Up Artisans Programme SUPA (http://supa.itf.gov.ng)
Others include National Youth Talent Export Programme NATEP (http://natep.gov.ng), Housing Initiatives (http://fha.gov.ng/ongoing-project) and Nano-Business Support (http://tucnigeria.org.ng), Nigerian Youth Academy NIYA (http://niya.ng), Micro and Small Business Loans (http://boi.ng/micro-business) and NDDC Internship Scheme for Niger Delta Youth (http://nyis.nddc.gov.ng).
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