The Federal Government, with support from the World Bank, has disbursed a ₦22,500 IDEAS-TVET monthly stipend to eligible beneficiaries of the programme in March 2026.
Approved and enrolled trainees participating in the Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills – Technical and Vocational Education and Training (IDEAS-TVET) initiative at their accredited training centres are now receiving monthly credit alerts of ₦22,500 as part of their support package.
Note that IDEAS-TVET is different from the regular TVET programme solely managed by the Nigerian government.
The SMS obtained by Nigeria Startup News on Tuesday reads: “Credit
Amt: NGN22,500.00
Acc: 195******803
Desc: 099ZEXA260831ΜΙΟ/
R-1444469425/FEDERAL
MI: IDEAS PAYMENT FOR BEA
Date: 24/03/2026
Avail Bal: NGN22,594.32
Total: NGN”
Many IDEAS-TVET trainees have confirmed the ₦22,500 payments, with social media reactions showing screenshots and bank messages of the disbursements.
Trainees have confirmed receiving payment with posts like, “TVET/IDEAS payment dropping now,” and “Check TVET IDEAS alert.”
This stipend is part of the broader Nigerian Youth Employment through Skills Acquisition Fund (NYESAF) under the IDEAS-TVET initiative, supported by the Federal Ministry of Education and the World Bank. The project aims to equip Nigerian youth with practical, market-relevant vocational skills that enhance employability and self-reliance.
Each beneficiary will receive the monthly stipend alongside starter kits and additional support to help trainees practise skills both at training centres and independently. The support is intended to offset transport and upkeep costs while trainees undergo hands-on instruction in trades such as digital services, mechanics, and technology-based skills.
Trainees who have completed registration and physical verification, and are actively participating at their training locations, are receiving these stipends. Those whose status remains pending on IDEAS-TVET dashboards are advised to continue monitoring for updates as they work towards full approval.
