The Federal Government, through the National Directorate of Employment (NDE), has announced the commencement of the second phase of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative. The new phase is projected to generate at least 21,000 fresh job opportunities for Nigerian youths across the country within the coming days.
This was disclosed in Abuja on Friday by the Director General of the NDE, Silas Agara, during a strategy session with program coordinators drawn from all 36 states and the FCT. Agara emphasized that the second phase is a major leap forward in the federal government’s effort to stimulate job creation and economic empowerment under the Renewed Hope Agenda.
He revealed that over 33,000 Nigerians, including women and persons with disabilities, benefited from the first phase of the program. With the second phase, the government plans to expand its reach and impact, ensuring that more young people are equipped with the skills and opportunities needed to thrive in today’s economy.
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To overcome the setbacks recorded in the initial phase, particularly issues surrounding stipend disbursement and access to training centers, the NDE has introduced several improvements. These include a full transition to a digital platform that will handle everything from registration and selection to skills acquisition and empowerment.
The new phase will leverage a specially designed portal that streamlines all processes, allowing coordinators to set start dates and track program progress in real time. Agara assured that this innovation will eliminate delays and ensure transparency and efficiency across board.
Program coordinators from various states have expressed confidence in the system, describing the upcoming phase as a turning point in the nation’s employment landscape. They believe the new digital-first model will remove bottlenecks and scale the impact of the initiative.
The Renewed Hope Employment Initiative, launched under the current administration to curb youth unemployment and promote inclusive economic growth, is fast becoming one of Nigeria’s most promising empowerment platforms. With the rollout of its second phase, expectations are high that thousands of job seekers across Nigeria will find a new path to economic stability and self-reliance.
