Batch B Registration for YEIDEP Begins
The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to empower up to 20 million youths through the Youth Economic Intervention and De-Radicalisation Programme (YEIDEP), with Batch B registration commencing on March 9, 2026. This initiative aims to tackle youth unemployment, poverty, and radicalization in the country.
Eligible participants for the program are Nigerians aged between 18 and 50. Registration will be conducted nationwide, with the exception of Kano State, where the process will be supervised by Governor Abba Yusuf.
To participate in Batch B, applicants must open a YEIDEP bank account at designated partner banks, which include Fidelity Bank, Keystone Bank, and others. Opening a YEIDEP bank account is free of charge and mandatory for participation.
Kennedy Iyere, a spokesperson for the program, emphasized the importance of compliance, stating, “We also strictly want to warn against double or multiple registration, as anyone found guilty of such shall be disqualified automatically.”
Individuals who registered under Batch A and have confirmed YEIDEP bank accounts are not eligible for Batch B. The program promotes entrepreneurship and self-employment among young people, aiming to provide them with the necessary start-up capital.
YEIDEP’s core mandate is to address Nigeria’s chronic youth unemployment, youth poverty, and youth hopelessness. The initiative is designed to mitigate the risks of youth frustration, radicalization, and restiveness in Nigeria.
Authorized banks for the registration process include Access Bank, Guaranty Trust Bank, Zenith Bank, United Bank for Africa, Ecobank, and Lotus Bank.
As the registration date approaches, observers are keenly watching how the program will unfold and its potential impact on the youth demographic in Nigeria. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the overall implementation strategy and outreach efforts planned by the government.