Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Africa Oxford Initiative (AfOx) Visiting Fellowship Program. The AfOx Visiting Fellowship Programme is designed to allow exceptional African researchers to build international networks and focus on a project of their choice in collaboration with Oxford-based scholars. Fellows will be affiliated with the University of Oxford
Applications are now open for the 2025 Future Pathways Development Initiative (FPDI) Policy Challenge. The 2025 Policy Challenge seeks bold, innovative, and practical policy reforms that can strengthen social cohesion and foster a more unified Nigeria. This competition is more than just an intellectual exercise—it is an opportunity to drive meaningful change.
Applications are now open for the 2025 Business Growth Initiative for Startups (BGIS) Program. The Business Growth Initiative for Startups is a programme designed to empower growth-stage business in Nigeria by providing tailored support, mentorship, and resources to scale sustainably and profitably. The programme includes both virtual and in-person components, ensuring flexibility
The International Climate Initiative (IKI), a program established by the German Government in 2008, is now accepting applications for Small and Medium Grants aimed at promoting climate action and biodiversity conservation in the Global South. The IKI Small Grants programme is a complementary instrument within the International Climate Initiative (IKI).
Applications are now open for the 2024 Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative (CYFI) Program. The CYFI program is an early to mid-career development program for Nigerian-based young professionals across sectors. The Carrington Youth Fellowship Initiative, CYFI, is a dynamic youth-based initiative launched in 2011 by the U.S. Consulate General, Lagos. CYFI brings together Nigerian
Applications are now open for the 2024 MILEAD [Moremi Initiative Leadership Empowerment and Development] Fellows Program. The MILEAD Fellows Program is a bold and paradigm-shifting initiative committed to the long-term leadership development of promising young leaders selected as Fellows. Fellows benefit from a combination of training, experiential learning, and mentoring crafted to
The Young Innovative Builders Initiative programme will showcase and reward innovative projects built by young Nigerians that align with the Ministry’s objectives to grow the digital economy. The top 48 projects in each state and the FCT will receive laptops while the next best 40 will receive tablets. Eligibility Criteria Application Process Application Deadline:
The Ashinaga Africa Initiative (AAI) is an international leadership program that supports high-achieving students who lost one or both parents and are committed to returning to sub-Saharan Africa to contribute to the continent’s ongoing socio-economic progress. The AAI provides access to full financial support to study at university abroad (equivalent to
Taiwo Bankole Prize is aimed at Supporting two young persons (one male and one female) from low-income families resident in Ajegunle to acquire a university education in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) or Law annually. This Prize is in honor of Taiwo Bankole Ogunyemi, Who dedicated his life to positively impacting the
The Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) is looking for higher education students, undergraduate or graduate, who are addressing pressing global challenges. Students selected for CGI U will receive access to personalized mentorship, a social impact curriculum, funding opportunities through CGI U partners, and invitations to student engagements, including the CGI U

The Claude Campus Ambassador Program 2026 for students and researchers worldwide ($3,600 Stipend, Get API Credits & Lead AI Initiatives on Campus)
The International Renewable Energy Agency’s (IRENA) 2027 IRENA Youth Forum in Abu Dhabi, UAE (Fully Funded)
The Julius Berger Nigeria 2026 Workshop Engineer Development Programme for Nigerian graduates.
WTO Youth Talent Incubator Programme – 2nd Edition for young Researchers and Professionals in Trade and Gender.
The World Bank Group (WBG) Young Professionals Program (YPP) 2027 (Technical & Managerial roles at the World Bank Group)
The AfricaCDC Youth Pre-Conference 2026 for young Africans (Fully Funded to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia)
Rhodes West Africa Scholarships 2027 for postgraduate study at the University of Oxford, United Kingdom (Fully Funded)
Vacancy: Executive Office Analyst (Graduate Trainee)
The Consolidated Hallmark Graduate Trainee Program 2026 for young Nigerian graduates.