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- The Nigerian government has allocated a 3.6 billion Naira fund to support the business incubation process of tailors under the 2026 SUPA program.
- The program, an initiative of President Bola Tinubu, aims to train and certify approximately 200,000 artisans this year.
- To regulate the informal sector, masters will be given licenses and internationally recognized certificates.
- After the training, participants will be directed towards sustainable exit routes such as equipment, mentorship support, and international business opportunities.
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The Federal Government of Nigeria has allocated 3.6 billion Naira to support tailors under the Skills Development Artisans Program (SUPA) in order to strengthen the informal sector in the country and create sustainable employment opportunities. The Director General of the Industrial Training Fund (ITF), Dr. Afiz Ogun, stated in his announcement in Abuja that the applicants for the 2026 program were subjected to a rigorous interview beyond document verification to measure their skills and commitment.
Launched in 2024 and one of President Bola Tinubu's flagship initiatives, the program aims to reposition Nigeria's technical workforce and reduce dependence on foreign artisans. Ogun stated that they expect approximately 200,000 artisans to benefit from the program in this year's edition. The masters participating in the program are planned to be directed to international business opportunities, directly employed, or enrolled in a structured business incubation program.
Officials noting that equipment distributed after training in previous practices was sold, with the new approach, they are enabling tailors to purchase industrial-grade sewing machines and special equipment. Participants will receive continuous mentorship, entrepreneurship support, and technical assistance to keep their businesses afloat. Additionally, creating a new digital marketplace where certified artisans can meet with customers and earn points is among the plans.
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- For what purpose will the Nigerian government use the 3.6 billion Naira fund allocated for tailors?
- This fund will finance a structured business incubation program to provide tailors with industrial sewing machines, special equipment, and continuous business mentorship to help them grow their businesses.
- How many people are expected to benefit from the ITF's SUPA program this year?
- It is aimed for approximately 200,000 artisans to benefit from and receive training in the 2026 program edition.
- What has changed in the new system compared to the old training support programs?
- Because it was observed that the basic equipment sets provided in the past were sold, participants are now provided with industrial-standard machines and long-term technical support instead of direct cash or simple equipment.