A major opportunity has just landed for Nigeria’s fashion creatives as the Federal Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and the Creative Economy has entered into a formal partnership with The Fashion Academy Abuja to launch a specialized training initiative under the Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP).
This programme is aimed at boosting skills development and business growth in the fashion sector.
According to the Ministry, “This partnership is fully approved by the Honourable Minister, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, and is part of our continued efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s creative economy.”
The collaboration will offer hands-on training to participants who are passionate about garment construction and fashion entrepreneurship.
The Fashion Academy Abuja, which is recognized for its high-quality training in garment making, business strategy, and creative entrepreneurship, has trained over ten thousand students since 2010. The institution remains a major force in youth empowerment through creative development.
“This is an official sectoral training partnership with The Fashion Academy Abuja, one of Nigeria’s top-tier institutions in fashion education,” the Ministry stated.
Selected applicants will undergo free training in two critical courses:
Programme structure:
1. Pattern Making and Professional Sewing Technique
2. Fashion Business and Branding
Each course is fully practical, industry focused, and designed to build capacity in Nigeria’s creative economy.
Training Dates:
a. Pattern Making and Professional Sewing Techniques
Start Date: 22nd September 2025
End Date: 12th October 2025
b. Fashion Business and Branding
Start Date: 2nd March 2026
End Date: 26th March 2026
Eligibility Requirements:
1. Have a minimum of an O Level Certificate
2. Demonstrate foundational knowledge in tailoring or fashion business
3. Provide evidence of an existing fashion business or portfolio
4. Show commitment to growth and professional development
Implementation Timeline:
First Course: September to October 2025
Second Course: March 2026
Application Opens: 4th August 2025
Application Closes: 11th August 2025
Review and Interviews: 12th to 28th August
Final Selection: 29th August
Announcement: 1st September
How to apply:
To apply, interested candidates are advised to visit the official CLAP portal Here for registration and submission.