SUPA-ITF Enugu Artisan Skills Accelerator

The SUPA-ITF Enugu Artisan Skills Accelerator is an initiative of the Enugu State Government through the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency, in partnership with the Industrial Training Fund (ITF). The programme is designed to equip Ndi Enugu with practical, market-relevant technical and vocational skills that can improve their employability, productivity, earning potential and enterprise opportunities.

The programme is open to: • Existing artisans who want to upgrade their skills; • Early-stage artisans who have some experience and want further training; and • New entrants who are genuinely interested in learning a trade and building a career in that field. Applicants must live in or operate within Enugu State.

Following a competitive screening and assessment process, 700 applicants will be selected to participate in the programme.

Yes. The training is completely FREE for selected participants. Successful applicants will not be required to pay tuition or training fees.

Applicants can apply under any of the following five priority areas: BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION • Plumbing & Pipe Fitting • Masonry • Painting & Decoration • Tiling • Electrical Installation • Welding & Fabrication • Carpentry & Joinery • Iron Steel & Reinforcement • Scaffolding • Roofing • Plaster of Paris (POP) FASHION, GARMENT & LEATHER • Fashion/Garment Production • Monogramming • Leather Apparel AUTOMOTIVE • Automobile Mechanic ICT • Artificial Intelligence • GSM/Phone Repairs HOSPITALITY • Culinary • Waiter/Service • Front Desk Operations • Housekeeping • Floor Supervision

No. You may apply whether you are already practising a trade, have some basic experience, or are completely new but genuinely interested in learning the selected skill. Applicants will be assessed according to their respective experience levels.

Applications must be submitted online through: www.enugusme.en.gov.ng/supa-itf Complete the application form carefully and ensure that the phone number you provide is active.

For the SUPA-ITF Enugu Artisan Skills Accelerator, applicants should first apply through the Enugu State application portal: www.enugusme.en.gov.ng/supa-itf Candidates who are selected will receive further instructions regarding any additional ITF/SUPA registration or onboarding requirements.

Selection will be competitive and merit-based. Applications will be reviewed and shortlisted candidates may be invited for further screening, verification, interviews and/or practical assessments depending on the selected trade. Submitting an application does not automatically guarantee selection.

Applicants will be assessed based on the category they fall into. Existing artisans may be assessed based on their practical experience and skill level, while newcomers may be assessed more on their aptitude, interest, commitment and potential to successfully build a career in the selected trade.

The training programme is expected to run for approximately three and a half (3½) months. Selected participants will receive further information regarding training schedules and attendance requirements.

Training will be delivered through specialised facilities and approved training partners, including: • COPEN Academy – Building & Construction; • Enugu Fashion & Garment Hub – Fashion/garment-related skills; • Enugu Digital Skills Enhancement Zone (D-SEZ) – ICT; and • selected automotive and hospitality training centres. Successful applicants will be informed of their designated training centres.

Training will be delivered by qualified Master Trainers and technical instructors under the ITF SUPA framework and through approved training facilities.

Yes. Participants who successfully complete the required training and meet the applicable programme requirements will receive certification through the ITF/SUPA framework

Applicants should select the one primary trade they are most interested in pursuing. Choose carefully, as training placements will be based on the trade selected during the application and assessment process.

The application is deliberately simple. You will generally be required to provide: • Basic personal information; • Phone/WhatsApp contact; • LGA and community; • Preferred sector and trade; • Current level of experience; • Brief reason for applying; and • Confirmation of your availability and commitment to the programme. Additional documentation may only be requested from shortlisted applicants.

No. Application and participation are FREE. Do not pay any individual, agent or organisation claiming they can guarantee your selection. Selection will be based on the official screening and assessment process.

You will receive confirmation that your application has been submitted. Applications will then be reviewed, and shortlisted applicants will be contacted through the phone number, SMS, WhatsApp and/or email address provided during registration. Please ensure your contact information is correct and keep your phone active.

Shortlisted applicants may be invited for: • Verification; • Interview; • Aptitude assessment; • Practical assessment; and/or • Additional documentation. Successful candidates will subsequently receive onboarding and training instructions.

No. The programme has 700 available places, and applications will undergo a competitive screening and assessment process. Applicants are therefore encouraged to complete their applications accurately and demonstrate genuine interest and commitment.

Absolutely. Eligible women and men across Enugu State are encouraged to apply across all available trades.

Yes. Existing artisans, employees, freelancers and business owners who want to improve their technical skills may apply, provided they can commit to the programme if selected.

The current programme is primarily focused on technical training, skills upgrading and certification. Any additional post-training opportunities, enterprise support or interventions will be communicated officially where available.

Any approved beneficiary logistics arrangements will be communicated directly to selected participants during onboarding. Applicants should rely only on information issued through official programme channels.

Selected participants will be expected to: • Attend training consistently; • Participate actively in practical sessions; • Comply with programme and training-centre requirements; • Complete required assessments; and • Commit to completing the full programme. Failure to meet attendance or participation requirements may affect continued participation.

Official programme information and updates will be communicated through the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency and designated SUPA Enugu communication channels. For applications, always use: www.enugusme.en.gov.ng/supa-itf For enquiries and support, you may contact the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency through: Phone: 08028545013, 09128954467 WhatsApp: 09169328543, 09069200595 Email: info@enugusme.en.gov.ng Office: Enugu SME Center, Independence Layout, Enugu State, Nigeria Applicants are advised to rely only on information issued through the Agency’s official channels and should not make payments to any individual or third party claiming to guarantee selection into the programme.

Participation in the programme is completely FREE, but every training slot represents a significant investment by the Enugu State Government and ITF. Selected participants will therefore be required to commit fully to the programme. Any participant who, without a valid reason, repeatedly fails to attend, abandons the training or fails to meet the required participation standards may be required to repay applicable programme costs incurred on their behalf. Please apply only if you are genuinely committed to completing the programme