The Labour Employment and Empowerment Programme has expanded its training hubs across Nigeria in a renewed push to strengthen vocational education, deepen entrepreneurship, and accelerate job creation nationwide.
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Under its Center for Learning Spaces pillar, the programme is rolling out immersive and hands-on learning models designed to bridge the gap between theory and practical application. Through structured apprenticeship programmes, participants receive direct mentorship from industry professionals, gaining practical skills aligned with real workplace demands. Organisers say the centres are designed to provide a supportive environment where individuals can build confidence, strengthen their technical abilities, and prepare for sustainable careers in their chosen fields.
Beyond technical training, the initiative integrates Business Incubation Hubs within its centres to support startups and small enterprises. These hubs are equipped with modern tools and technology aimed at improving product development, operational systems, and growth strategy. By combining mentorship with infrastructure support, LEEP says it is fostering an entrepreneurial ecosystem that promotes innovation, productivity, and sustainable business practices.
The programme also promotes collaborative environments where entrepreneurs, artisans, and vocational trainees operate within shared workspaces. The model encourages networking, knowledge exchange, and collective problem-solving, helping participants expand their reach and strengthen impact. Through nationwide access, the modernised centres are being established across multiple states to ensure inclusive and equitable access to quality vocational facilities.
Training hubs are currently located across several regions, including Anambra, Ebonyi, Lagos, Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, Adamawa, Bauchi, Kogi, Nasarawa, Kwara, Plateau, Enugu, Imo, Cross River, Delta, Kaduna, Katsina, Kano, Taraba, Borno, and Niger states. The geographic spread reflects the programme’s ambition to decentralise opportunities and reduce barriers to skills development across both urban and rural communities.
LEEP is a Renewed Hope Initiative of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and is led by Nkeiruka Onyejeocha. The programme is designed to create 2.5 million jobs, empower Nigerians with market-relevant skills, and foster entrepreneurship through strategic partnerships and innovative delivery models.
By expanding its learning centres and incubation support systems, LEEP aims to strengthen Nigeria’s workforce pipeline while supporting small businesses and vocational enterprises as drivers of economic growth.
