By Oriakhi Loveth
NDE Unveils Phase Two of National Scheme
The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has officially opened online registration for Phase Two of the Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI),
a federal government scheme aimed at reducing unemployment and equipping Nigerians with vocational, digital, agricultural, and entrepreneurial skills.
Director‑General Silas Agara unveiled the enhanced digital platform during a launch event in Abuja on Monday.
Revealing that upgraded infrastructure including hardware, software, and internet connectivity has been deployed across all 36 states,
and the Federal Capital Territory to support seamless access to the programme.
Agara confirmed that applicants must be between 18 and 45 years old,
hold a valid National Identification Number (NIN), and reside anywhere in Nigeria regardless of their state of origin.
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The training will cover more than 30 state-specific vocational and digital skills tailored to local economic needs.
Registration runs from July 28 to August 11, 2025, through the official portal www.nderegistrationportal.ng. Applications will be processed from August 12 to August 22 .
The initiative will benefit approximately 27,000 Nigerians in this phase, according to figures provided by NDE leadership.
Agara reiterated that participation is completely free, with no payments required, and urged the public to beware of fraud.
Suspected scams should be reported to NDE’s state and zonal offices or headquarters. Job centres are available in all 37 states, including the FCT.
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