Arrival
Arrival of the Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
OCTOBER 2025
Building a National Workforce for the Future
The Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP 2.0) represents a renewed national effort to equip young Nigerians with the skills, mentorship, and opportunities they need to build lasting careers.
Led by the Federal Government of Nigeria, with support from the European Union (EU) and implemented by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the programme connects talented graduates to meaningful work placements, career guidance, and entrepreneurial pathways.
HOSTS
H.E Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR
President Federal Republic of Nigeria
H.E Kashim Shettima GCON
Vice President of The Federal Republic of Nigeria
Wale Edun
Honourable Minister of Finance & Coordinating Minister of the Economy
Sen. Abubakar Bagudu
Honourable Minister of Budget & Economic Planning
Dr. Olajumoke Oduwole
Honourable Minister of Industry, Trade, and Investment
Mr. Ayodele Olawande
Honourable Minister for Youth Development
Gautier Mignot
European Union Ambassador to Nigeria and ECOWAS
Ms. Elsie G. Attafuah
Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Nigeria
Massimo De Luca
Head of Corporation, EU Delegation to Nigeria and ECOWASProgramme Overview
The event will be officially flagged off by His Excellency, Senator Kashim Shettima, GCON, Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, and will feature a keynote address by a distinguished global leader. It will also include panel sessions with industry champions, as well as a Closing Plenary and Commitment Signing Ceremony, where government, business, and development leaders will reaffirm their shared responsibility to strengthen Nigeria’s youth employment architecture.
Among the highlights is a high-level dialogue themed “From Skills to Jobs and Enterprises: Driving Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship in Key Economic Sectors”, which will provide a platform for dynamic conversations and actionable insights.
Your participation in this landmark occasion will underscore your institution’s leadership and commitment to advancing the national vision of a resilient, inclusive, and globally competitive Nigerian workforce. Together, we can transform the potential of Nigeria’s youth into a collective engine for innovation, enterprise, and sustainable development—ensuring that the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) 2.0 becomes a lasting pillar of the nation’s economic transformation.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Keynote speeches
Inspiring speeches/remarks from distinguished leaders, setting the tone for the event with insights on youth empowerment, innovation, and sustainable development.
Panel discussions
Engaging conversations featuring experts, policymakers, and industry leaders exploring opportunities, challenges, and solutions for job creation and enterprise growth.
Employer Exhibition
A vibrant space where employers connect directly with talented fellows, showcasing career opportunities and fostering professional linkages.
Fellows’ stories
Powerful personal testimonies from NJFP fellows highlighting their journeys, impact, and transformation through the fellowship experience.
Creative showcases
A celebration of creativity and innovation through art, performances, and digital expressions by fellows and partners.
Commitment signing
A formal session where stakeholders pledge partnerships, investments, and continued support towards advancing youth employment and national development.