Fidelity Bank YEIDEP Program 2026

About Fidelity Bank

Fidelity Bank Plc is a prominent Nigerian commercial bank established in 1988 and headquartered in Victoria Island, Lagos. Originally founded as a merchant bank, it transitioned into a commercial bank in 1999 and later expanded its operations to become a full-service financial institution. Today, it is listed on the Nigerian Exchange and ranks among the top-tier banks in the country.

The bank provides a wide range of financial services to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and large corporations. These services include savings and current accounts, loans, investment solutions, and digital banking platforms such as mobile and internet banking. Fidelity Bank serves millions of customers through a network of over 250 branches across Nigeria, supported by robust digital channels that make banking more convenient and accessible.

About the YEIDEP Program 2026

Fidelity Bank, in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria, is inviting applications for the YEIDEP Program aimed at empowering Nigerian youth through funding, training, and enterprise support.

The Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalization Programme (YEIDEP) is a government initiative focused on tackling youth unemployment, poverty, and the associated impacts on restiveness, radicalization, and insecurity in Nigeria. The program’s goal is to empower Nigerian youth by providing them with economic opportunities that enable them to become entrepreneurs, job creators, and contributors to national development.

Requirements:

• Must be a Nigerian citizen
• Age: 18 – 50 years
• Must have a valid NIN
• Interest in business (especially agriculture or related sectors)
• Must have a Fidelity Bank account
• Must register on the YEIDEP platform
• Phone number must match bank registration

Benefits:

• ₦300,000 – ₦500,000 non-repayable grant
• Business training & mentorship
• Access to cooperative networks
• Support for agriculture & agro-allied ventures
• Government-backed incentives
• Access to financial resources, enterprise development services, and other economic incentives.
• Opportunities in the agricultural sector.
• The creation of 20 million direct jobs by 2026.
• Support for household poverty alleviation and economic empowerment.
• Engagement in initiatives aimed at fostering national stability and security through youth participation.

How will this initiative create jobs?

By focusing on grassroots business clusters, cooperatives, and agri-food entrepreneurship, the initiative aims to create over 20 million jobs, especially within the agric-related sector. These jobs will contribute to poverty alleviation, food security, and overall economic stability.

Location: All States, Nigeria

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