The Federal Government has launched National Health Programs for Youths in all 774 local government areas of Nigeria.
On Monday, the president’s spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, issued a statement encouraging people aged 25 to 35 to apply.
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“The Tinubu administration is requesting applications from young Nigerians to enrol in the National Health Fellows Program.
“The selected fellows, aged between 25 and 35, would be engaged in all the 774 local government areas of the country.
“They would be remunerated and equipped with appropriate tools to drive positive change in the health sector,” the statement wrote.
Onanuga mentioned that the application deadline was January 27th, 2025.
Eligibility Requirements For The Programme Include:
- Must be between the ages of 25 and 35.
- Bachelor’s degree (health-related, IT, or social sciences).
- Demonstrable interest/ or Experience in Public health OR health-related NGO and partner organisations OR community projects that demonstrate leadership and initiative.
- Candidates must be available to participate full-time in the fellowship programme.
- Candidates must be an indigene of the state being applied for.
- Candidates must possess smartphones with data capabilities i.e. for WhatsApp, Zoom etc.
- Recommendation from the University Dean OR NYSC place of primary assignment, or a respected organisation demonstrating character and leadership.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and entrepreneurial drive.
