adminThe federal government has officially launched project T-MAX, a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme in Lagos, aimed at lifting 100 million Nigerians out of poverty by 2030.
There are seven pilot states listed for the pilot scheme, which are: Lagos, Ogun, Edo, Enugu, Kaduna, Nasarawa and Gombe, with the aim of empowering at least, 15,000 Nigerians across the pilot states.
Out of the 15,000 beneficiaries, 3,000 beneficiaries are being targeted in Lagos, while 2,000 each will benefit from the other six states.
TVET programme has been approved by the National Steering Committee on National Poverty Reduction with Growth Strategy, NPRGS, Chaired by the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, as one of the core interventions to achieve the Federal Government’s goal of lifting 100 million Nigerians out of poverty by 2030.
Skill Sectors
- ICT
- Automobile
- Furniture Works
- Welding & Fabrication
- Plumbing & Fittings
- Tiling & Interlocking
- Electrical Installation
- Solar Installation & Maintenance
- Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Repairs
- Photography & Cinematography
- Tailoring/Fashion Design
- Beauty Care & Cosmetology
- Leather Works
- Agripreneur / Agro-Packaging
Project Technical-Maximum tagged: T-MAX, aims to equip about 10 million Nigerians by 2030 with Technical and Vocational skills they need to be economically independent.
Pilot phase of the project, which spans from August – December 2022, a total number of 15,000 individuals will be trained across seven states: Lagos, Ogun, Edo, Enugu, Kaduna, Nasarawa and Gombe.
At the end of this Programme, Starter Packs will be given to the top participants in each state based on participants’ assessment rankings. These Starter Packs will set selected beneficiaries off in their respective acquired skills.
Some of the top participants will also be placed on internships to aid them in improving their skills while gaining hands-on experience.
Requirements for Federal Government of Nigeria Training Programme in Technical & Vocational Skills Qualification
- Age Limit: 18-35
- Must be Resident in the State
- Must be available to attend the full course of the Programme
- Must be able to read and write in English
Requirements to be Eligible for Internship Placements & Starter Packs
- At least 90% attendance
- Active class participation
- Compliance with Class Rules and Regulations
- Performance in class assessments and projects
- Successful completion of final assessments.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Visit portal.tmax.ng/register to register.
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