The federal government has unveiled an ambitious plan to create at least twenty thousand jobs annually through the second phase of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP), designed to connect high-potential graduates with real-world work experience, mentorship, and training opportunities.

Vice President Kashim Shettima flags off the NJFP 2.0 and declare open a high-level policy dialogue on job creation on Tuesday, October 21,2025, at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

Themed “From Skills to Jobs and Enterprises: Driving Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship in Key Economic Sectors,” the event brings together policymakers, private-sector leaders, and development partners to chart strategies for expanding youth employment and enterprise development.

Ahead of the launch, the Vice President inaugurated the NJFP Project Steering Committee, charging members to ensure inclusivity and measurable impact across all regions of the country.

The NJFP, coordinated by the Office of the Vice President, is implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) with funding support from the European Union (EU).