Akwa Ibom State Youth Empowerment Program Form Portal – The Akwa ibom state government has open Application portal for youth empowerment program of 100,000 akwaibomite (Graduate and Non-graduate. See requirement and how to apply for Akwa Ibom youth empowerment below.
The Akwa Ibom State government through the directives of the Akwa Ibom Governor, Pastor Umo Bassey Eno invites application from all meaningful akwa-ibomites to apply for the 100, 000 youth empowerment scheme beginning from the month of October 2024
The application registration will be done in the employment database portal created by the state Ministry of Labour and Manpower Development through the office of the Senior Special Assistant on ICT to the governor.
Out of the 100,000 youth, 60,000 youths (N5,000 monthly) will be selected from the database for a one-off business support scheme of N50,000 each within 12 calendar months.
General Requirements For Akwa Ibom Youth Empowerment Application Registration
- Must be a Nigerian, and
- Also an indigene of akwa ibom state
- Must be 18 years and above
- Must have National Identification Number (NIN)
- Academic Qualification (SSCE, OND, NCE, HND or BSc and Masters)
- Must have Bank Verification Number (BVN)
- And also bank account with any commercial bank (Deposit money banks)
- Local Government means of identification (Certificate of origin)
List of Local Government Eligible for Akwa Ibom Youth Empowerment Program
The scheme include paid training at the DAKKADA Skills Acquisition Center (DASAC) for 1,000 participants across 31 LGAs, with a monthly transport allowance of N20,000 per person throughout the training duration.
Increased in bursary for students in public tertiary institutions from N10,000 to N20,000 for undergraduates and from N10,000 to N30,000 for professional students (Law, Medicine, Engineering, Agriculture) for 20,000 students in the 2024/2025 academic session.
He said there will be an educational grant for 1,000 public tertiary institution students living with disabilities at N250,000 for undergraduates and N300,000 for professional and postgraduate students.
While 2,000 youths will benefit from the Entrepreneurial Accelerator Programme (EAP) organised by Ibom-led with a N500,000 grant and N250,000 start-up capital, and 3,000 youths will receive support in agribusiness.
- Abak
- Eastern Obolo
- Eket
- Esit-Eket
- Essien Udim
- Etim-Ekpo
- Etinan
- Ibeno
- Ibesikpo-Asutan
- Ibiono-Ibom
- Ika
- Ikono
- Ikot Abasi
- Ikot Ekpene
- Ini
- Itu
- Mbo
- Mkpat-Enin
- Nsit-Atai
- Nsit-Ibom
- Nsit-Ubium
- Obot-Akara
- Okobo
- Onna
- Oron
- Oruk Anam
- Ukanafun
- Udung-Uko
- Uruan
- Urue-Offong/Oruko
- Uyo
NOTE: 3,000 youths will be employed (100 per LGA, excluding Uyo LGA) through the Ibom Community Watch to provide crowd control and complementary intelligence gathering at the grassroots, in addition to the 550 youths already engaged from Uyo LGA.
Akwa Ibom Youth Empowerment Of 100,000 Akwa-Ibomite
The Akwa ibom Youth Empowerment Program typically aims to provide young people with the tools, skills, and opportunities they need to become active, engaged, and capable individuals in their communities.
10,000 youths will be supported through the ARISE Entrepreneurial Scheme, an empowerment initiative for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) based on needs assessment.
Below is an outline of what the program will include:
Objectives
- Skill Development: Equip youth with practical skills such as leadership, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking.
- Education and Training: Offer workshops, classes, and seminars on various topics like financial literacy, career planning, and entrepreneurship.
- Personal Growth: Foster self-confidence, resilience, and emotional intelligence.
- Community Engagement: Encourage involvement in community service and civic activities.
Program Components
- Workshops and Seminars: Regular sessions on relevant topics such as leadership skills, digital literacy, and personal finance.
- Mentorship Programs: Pairing young people with mentors in their fields of interest for guidance and support.
- Skill-building Activities: Hands-on activities and projects that build practical skills.
- Networking Opportunities: Events where youth can connect with professionals, peers, and community leaders.
- Volunteering and Service Projects: Opportunities to engage in community service and make a positive impact.
- Employment Opportunities; Over 3000 youth will be employ into the state security service; Ibom Community Watch to provide crowd control and complementary intelligence gathering at the grassroots, in addition to the 550 youths already engaged from Uyo LGA.
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Implementation Strategies
- Partnerships: Collaborate with schools, non-profits, businesses, and community organizations to provide resources and expertise.
- Feedback Mechanisms: Regularly gather input from participants to tailor the program to their needs and interests.
- Diverse Offerings: Provide a range of activities to cater to different interests and skill levels.
Evaluation and Assessment
- Tracking Progress: Monitor the development of participants through assessments and feedback.
- Impact Measurement: Evaluate the program’s effectiveness in achieving its goals and making adjustments as needed.
- Success Stories: Highlight achievements and testimonials to demonstrate the program’s impact.
Funding and Resources
- Grants and Donations: Seek financial support from government grants, private donors, and corporate sponsors.
- In-Kind Contributions: Utilize resources such as volunteer time, venues, and materials donated by community partners.
Sustainability
- Long-Term Planning: Develop strategies to ensure the program’s continuity and growth.
- Community Involvement: Engage local stakeholders in the planning and execution to build a strong support network.
How To Apply For Akwa Ibom State Youth Empowerment Program
- Visit official website of Akwa ibom Youth Employment Database
- Create and account with a valid email address and mobile phone number
- Supply all the required information
- Upload required document and passport photograph
- Do Thumb-printing if needed
- choose area of interest
- Review your application
- Submit application.
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