The Anambra State Government has opened applications for the third phase of its 1Youth2Skills Plus programme, offering 15,000 young people an opportunity to learn vocational skills and receive support to start their own businesses.
Registration opened on November 10, 2026, through the programme’s official portal. The initiative is being implemented by the Anambra State Ministry of Youth Development and Sports to help young people acquire practical skills, become self-employed and create employment opportunities.
Under the programme, each selected participant will learn two different skills from the approved vocational trades. Training will take place physically under the supervision of Master Trainers assigned to participants based on their locations and selected skills.
The programme also provides entrepreneurship training, certification, cooperative membership, business start-up support and one year of free mentorship for beneficiaries.
Interested residents of Anambra State can apply online at no cost. However, applicants should check the eligibility conditions and prepare their identification details before starting registration.
What Is Anambra 1Youth2Skills Plus Programme?
1Youth2Skills Plus is an Anambra State Government youth empowerment initiative designed to help young people acquire practical and business skills.
The programme follows a two-skills approach, allowing each participant to learn two different trades instead of concentrating on just one.
For example, an applicant may choose fashion design as a first skill and catering as a second. Another participant may select solar installation and electrical installation.
The idea is to give young people more than one skill they can use to earn money after completing their training.
The third phase is targeting 15,000 beneficiaries across the state. Participants will be connected with approved Master Trainers in their local government areas (LGAs).
Benefits of the 1Youth2Skills Phase 3 Programme
Selected participants will receive the following benefits:
- Free vocational training: Participants will learn two practical skills from approved trades without paying training fees.
- Vocational certification: Successful trainees will receive certification after completing the required training and assessment.
- Entrepreneurship training: Participants will receive business training to help them understand how to establish and manage a business.
- Business start-up funds: The programme provides start-up funding to support beneficiaries in setting up businesses after training, subject to the programme’s requirements.
- Cooperative membership: Graduates will have the opportunity to join 1Youth2Skills cooperatives, which are intended to support business development and access to opportunities.
- One year of free mentorship: Participants will receive mentorship for one year to help them develop their businesses and apply the skills acquired during training.
These benefits are intended to help participants move from learning a trade to using their skills to earn a living.
List of Skills Available Under 1Youth2Skills Phase 3
Applicants can choose two different skills from the approved vocational trades available on the registration portal.
The programme covers more than 70 approved trades across different sectors.
Some of the available skill areas include:
- Fashion design
- Catering and food services
- Solar installation
- Electrical installation
- Plumbing
- Phone repairs
- Automobile repairs
- Cinematography
- Agriculture and farming
- Online content creation
- Cosmetology
- Furniture making
- CCTV installation
- Digital and ICT skills
The available options may vary by training location and the Master Trainers available.
Applicants should review the course list on the official portal before choosing their two preferred skills.
Who Can Apply for Anambra 1Youth2Skills Phase 3?
The programme is open to eligible young people who live in Anambra State.
Graduates, non-graduates and school leavers can apply. Applicants do not need a university degree or a particular educational certificate, but they must be able to read and write.
The main eligibility conditions listed on the registration portal include:
- Must be a resident of Anambra State.
- Must be able to read and write.
- Must be between 18 and 40 years old according to the portal.
- Must have a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
- Must have a Bank Verification Number (BVN).
- Must have an Anambra State Identification Number (ASIN).
- Must be available for physical training at least four days every week.
The programme also gives special consideration to persons with special needs.
Important age requirement: There is a difference between the age information on the registration portal and the state government’s November 10 announcement. While the portal accepts applicants aged 18 to 40, the government announcement states 18 to 35, with exceptions up to 40 in special cases. Applicants within the disputed age range should confirm their eligibility with the Ministry before submitting their applications.
Documents and Information Required for Registration
Before starting your application, prepare the following:
- Email address: You need an active email address to create your account and receive programme information.
- Phone number: Provide a working phone number that you can access.
- National Identification Number: Your NIN is required for identity verification.
- Bank Verification Number: Your BVN is required during registration.
- Anambra State Identification Number: You must provide your ASIN as proof of identification within the state.
- Residential address: Provide your address and local government area.
- Preferred skills: Decide on the two vocational skills you want to learn before beginning the application.
If you do not have an ASIN, the state government says you can obtain one through the registration portal or at an Anambra State Internal Revenue Service (AIRS) office.
How to Apply for Anambra 1Youth2Skills Phase 3
Applications are submitted online through the official 1Youth2Skills Plus registration portal.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit the official registration portal
Go to: https://1youth2skills.anambrastate.gov.ng/
Step 2: Select Youth Registration
On the registration page, choose the option for young people who want to acquire vocational skills.
The platform also has a separate registration option for Master Trainers.
Step 3: Create your account
Enter your email address and phone number to create an account.
Use contact details you can access because you may need them for future communication about your application.
Step 4: Enter your identification details
Provide your NIN, BVN and Anambra State Identification Number (ASIN) as requested.
Make sure the information is correct before proceeding.
Step 5: Provide your residential information
Enter your address and select your local government area of residence.
This information is important because participants will be matched with Master Trainers within their LGAs.
Step 6: Choose your two preferred skills
Select two different vocational skills from the available options.
Review the available trades carefully and choose skills you are interested in learning and can use after completing the programme.
Step 7: Review and submit your application
Check all the information you have provided, correct any mistakes and submit your application.
After submission, the Ministry will review your details and proceed with the selection and placement process.
Successful applicants will be matched with available Master Trainers based on their selected skills and locations.
How Will the 1Youth2Skills Training Work?
Unlike programmes that provide online lessons, 1Youth2Skills uses physical vocational training.
Participants will be assigned to Master Trainers who have the necessary skills and facilities to teach their selected trades.
Training will take place at least four days every week. Applicants should therefore consider their availability before choosing the programme.
The training is expected to last between four and six months, depending on the selected skills and programme arrangements.
The platform will also record participants’ attendance and training progress. Master Trainers will monitor their apprentices and confirm completed stages.
After vocational training, participants will proceed to the entrepreneurship and business development stages.
Can Artisans Apply as Master Trainers?
Yes. The 1Youth2Skills platform has a separate registration option for artisans and workshop owners who want to train young people.
This option is different from the youth application.
Interested artisans can register as Master Trainers if they have the relevant vocational skills and a workshop or suitable training facility.
Master Trainer registration requires information such as:
- Email address and phone number.
- NIN and BVN.
- Workshop address and local government area.
- The trades or skills they can teach.
- The number of apprentices they can accommodate.
The Ministry reviews the information before confirming trainer participation.
Artisans who want to participate should select the Master Trainer registration option on the official portal rather than the youth registration option.
Is 1Youth2Skills Phase 3 Registration Free?
Yes. Registration for the programme is free.
Applicants should not pay agents or individuals claiming they can secure admission, guarantee selection or influence the placement process.
All applications should be submitted through the official Anambra State Government portal.
Also, completing the online registration does not automatically mean you have been selected. Applicants must wait for the Ministry to review their information and communicate the next steps.
1Youth2Skills Phase 3 Application Deadline
The Anambra State Government announced that registration opened on November 10, 2026, and would close on November 16, 2026.
The official registration portal also displays November 16 as the closing date.
Interested applicants should complete their applications before the deadline rather than wait until the final day.
Application portal: https://1youth2skills.anambrastate.gov.ng/
Final Information for Interested Applicants
Anambra’s 1Youth2Skills Plus programme gives young people an opportunity to learn two vocational skills, receive entrepreneurship training and access business support after completing their training.
If you live in Anambra State and meet the requirements, visit the official portal, create an account and select the two skills you want to learn.
Remember to prepare your NIN, BVN and ASIN before starting. Registration is free, and you should not pay anyone to apply on your behalf.
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