In a bold and transformative move aimed at empowering Nigerian youths with hands-on skills and market-driven training, the Federal Government has declared free education at all 33 Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) across the country. This groundbreaking initiative will take effect from the 2025/2026 academic session beginning in August 2025.
The announcement, which has been met with excitement by parents, educators, and students nationwide, is part of the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to expand access to Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as a tool for national development, employment generation, and poverty reduction.
According to official details released, the TVET programme offers a robust, practical-oriented education designed to equip students with specialized and industry-relevant skills in various fields such as engineering, healthcare, hospitality, construction, and more. The three-year training is fully funded by the Federal Government and comes with an array of life-changing benefits.
Among the benefits to be enjoyed by students are:
- Industry-Relevant Skills for Immediate Employment
- Job Readiness Through Labour Market-Aligned Courses
- Opportunity for Self-Employment After Graduation
- Free Tuition for the Entire 3-Year Duration
- Free Accommodation Throughout the Training Period
- Free Meals for the 3-Year Programme
- Monthly Stipends for Student Upkeep
- Access to Federal Grants or Loans After Graduation to Start an Enterprise
- Award of National Business and National Technical Certificates
- Award of National Skills Qualification Certification (NSQ)
- Global Acceptance of the Certificates for Practice Abroad
This initiative is a strong signal that the government is not only investing in the future of Nigerian youths but is also prioritizing skills-based education as a strategic tool for economic growth.
In a clarion call to the general public, the Federal Government is encouraging parents and guardians to take advantage of this rare opportunity.
How to Enroll:
- Interested candidates should visit any of the 33 Federal Science and Technical Colleges (FSTCs) nationwide to register.
- A one-time registration fee of N4,200 (Four Thousand, Two Hundred Naira) is required per student.
- FSTC staff will assist candidates in completing their online registration upon payment.
- Registration closes on Thursday, 12th June 2025, and no late entries will be allowed.
- The entrance examination will be held on Saturday, 14th June 2025 at 9:00am at selected FSTC locations.
With a solid structure in place and unparalleled support, this new era of free technical education promises to produce a generation of skilled, self-reliant, and globally competitive Nigerians.
For goodness’ sake, what else are you waiting for?
