<h1 id="3c30981c-4d90-4ec3-9958-b44b3f3689fd" data-toc-id="3c30981c-4d90-4ec3-9958-b44b3f3689fd">What is SUPA?</h1>SUPA, which stands for Skill-Up Artisans, is an empowerment initiative managed by the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) to provide relevant vocational and technical skills for Nigerian youth and job seekers.The initiative is designed to:<ul><li>Reduce unemployment</li><li>Empower participants with practical<a target="_blank" href="https://recruitmentforum.com.ng/">,</a> income-generating skills</li><li>Support national industrial and economic growth</li></ul>The SUPA training is completely FREE, and successful applicants receive certification and, in some cases, start-up kits to help them establish small businesses after the training.<ul><li>Deadline: Not Specified</li></ul><h1 id="a2116c0a-501c-465e-a3a5-301ca036a870" data-toc-id="a2116c0a-501c-465e-a3a5-301ca036a870">Eligibility Criteria for SUPA</h1>Prospective candidates interested in the SUPA training initiative must fulfill the criteria listed below to be considered eligible for enrollment:<ul><li>Applicants must hold Nigerian citizenship, either by birth or through legal naturalization.</li><li>Aged 18 to 35 years</li><li>Have an acceptable form of identification such as a National Identification Number (NIN), Permanent Voter’s Card, or National ID card.</li><li>Willing to attend the full training duration</li><li>Basic literacy in English (reading and writing)</li></ul>No prior job experience or academic degree is required, making it accessible to school leavers, artisans, and the unemployed.<h1 id="e61a65df-70ec-4361-b9eb-67496b4686e3" data-toc-id="e61a65df-70ec-4361-b9eb-67496b4686e3">List of Vocational Skills Offered Under SUPA</h1>There are 6 major sectors of training. They are:<ul><li>Building Construction</li><li>Fashion Design, Leather Apparel &amp; Textile</li><li>Automotive</li><li>Information Communications Technology</li><li>Agric &amp; Agro-Allied</li><li>Hospitality</li></ul><h1 id="7ef1cd88-4f1f-4519-9434-f6724c04897e" data-toc-id="7ef1cd88-4f1f-4519-9434-f6724c04897e">Why You Should Apply for SUPA</h1><ul><li>Free Training: No cost at any stage of the program</li><li>Training Certificate: Officially acknowledged by both government institutions and reputable organizations in the private sector.</li><li>Entrepreneurship Support: Access to startup kits in some trades</li><li>Nationwide Centers: Available across the 36 states, including the FCT</li><li>Job Creation: Many beneficiaries become self-employed or trainers</li></ul><h1 id="a859eea8-f6cb-4de5-9798-924ca3b535d0" data-toc-id="a859eea8-f6cb-4de5-9798-924ca3b535d0">How to Apply</h1>Visit the <a target="_blank" href="https://supa.itf.gov.ng/">SUPA ITF Portal </a>and click on Register Now.

SUPA by ITF offers free vocational training to Nigerian youth in sectors like ICT, fashion, and construction. Participants receive certificates and startup kits.

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