MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training is a Youth Development initiative aimed at equipping young people between 18 and 35 years with tech-enabled skills to keep their small businesses relevant and competitive.
The training will be delivered through a 5-week blended learning, featuring self-paced and instructor-led online sessions, including masterclasses from industry experts.
Participants will be supported with data to ensure a seamless learning experience. The top 600 participants will be supported with an Equipment Grant worth N300,000,000!
Since 2018, six phases of the ICT and Business Skills Training have been successfully implemented across 22 states in collaboration with our ecosystem partners: Google, Oracle, KPMG, IBM, Digital Bridge Institute, CISCO, Meta, and Microsoft.
These states are Oyo, Kano, Nasarawa, Imo, Rivers, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Borno, Kaduna, Katsina, Adamawa, Anambra, Cross River, Jigawa, Kogi, Lagos, Edo, Ebonyi, Ekiti, Kebbi, Yobe and Niger. 9,382 young micro business owners have completed this programme, gaining valuable skills to grow their businesses.
In this 7th phase, 6,000 micro business owners will participate in the ICT and Business Skills Training programme.
In this detailed guide, you will learn about the program, requirements, eligibility, benefits and how to apply step by step.
About the MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training
The MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training is a youth empowerment initiative launched to bridge the digital and entrepreneurial skills gap in Nigeria. The program equips young Nigerians with practical ICT knowledge and essential business management strategies to improve their productivity and competitiveness.
Over the years, the initiative has trained thousands of entrepreneurs across different regions, providing them with both skills and equipment support to strengthen their businesses.
The Phase 7 edition focuses on building capacity in areas like:
- Digital marketing and e-commerce
- Business management and financial planning
- ICT applications for business growth
- Entrepreneurial mindset and innovation
Requirements and Eligibility
To participate in the MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training Phase 7, applicants must meet these conditions:
- Must be a Nigerian citizen.
- Age between 18 and 35 years.
- Must own or run a small or growing business in Nigeria.
- Own and manage a micro business located in one of the following states – Abuja, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Enugu, Ondo, Plateau, Sokoto, or Taraba.
- Must have basic knowledge of using ICT tools.
- Must demonstrate passion and willingness to learn new skills.
- Applicants must not have previously benefited from earlier phases of the program.
Benefits of MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training
The MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training program offers several opportunities:
- Free access to ICT and business management training.
- Mentorship and guidance from industry experts.
- Networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs.
- Certificate of participation after completion.
- Access to ₦300 million worth of equipment grants for selected participants.
- Improved skills to grow and sustain your business in the digital economy.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
Follow these steps to apply successfully for MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training:
- Visit the official MTN Foundation application portal.
- Fill out the online form with accurate personal and business information.
- Review your application to avoid errors.
- Submit and keep a copy of your confirmation slip.
- Wait for communication from MTN Foundation regarding shortlisting.
