Call for NHEF Scholars Program 2026 is open now !!!
The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 NHEF Scholars Program, which marks a decade of impact in developing Nigeria’s future leaders. The program is designed to equip talented Nigerian students with the skills, experiences, and networks required to succeed as professionals and leaders.
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The NHEF Scholars Program identifies exceptional students in their penultimate year and equips them with:
- Exclusive Internship Opportunities: Meaningful work with leading organizations in Nigeria.
- Leadership & Career Development: Participate in impactful training sessions and workshops.
- Mentorship & Networking: Connect with accomplished professionals and NHEF alumni excelling across diverse industries.
The NHEF is working toward a future in which Nigerian higher education is one of the best in the world – one where Nigerian institutions develop global scholars and leaders of the 21st century that can make a lasting impact in Nigeria and throughout Africa. Therefore, we seek to collaborate with Nigerian universities, and provide local and global resources to develop, sustain, and advance the skills and leadership of young Nigerian scholars.
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Their mission is to enhance the capacity of higher education institutions in Nigeria and raise awareness about the role of higher education and Nigerian universities in social, economic and political development. They are focused on sustainable development and creating opportunities for developing and nurturing Nigerian talent. Their Vision is to create a future in which Nigeria’s higher education ranks amongst the best in the world and increase the number of well-educated Nigerians assuming positions of leadership on the global stage.
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- Exclusive Internship Opportunities: Meaningful work with leading organizations in Nigeria.
- Leadership & Career Development: Participate in impactful training sessions and workshops.
- Mentorship & Networking: Connect with accomplished professionals and NHEF alumni excelling across diverse industries.
Eligibilities
- Be penultimate-year students enrolled at an NHEF Partner University: (AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, BAYERO UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT)
- Be well-rounded individuals with demonstrated excellence in academics, extracurricular activities, and professional pursuits.
- Exhibit a strong commitment to community service, philanthropy, and a desire to make a lasting impact in society.
Application Process
- Applicants have to log on the NHEF portal from apply now link
- Complete all the bio-data information and the program essay questions on the application page.
- Candidates should be prepared to upload the following supporting documents: a one-page Curriculum Vitae (CV), a one-page Cover Letter and the most recent Statement of Result (All in PDF format).
Application Deadline: March 13, 2026
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