The National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA), in partnership with Airtel Nigeria, has officially opened applications for the 2026 Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program.
This initiative is designed to empower young Nigerians with in-demand digital skills, access to funding, expert mentorship, and real-world experience to thrive in today’s tech-driven world.
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About the Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program
Join the Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program— where Nigeria’s brightest young minds gain world-class digital skills, mentorship, and career opportunities.
The NextGen Fellowship is a special track under the 3 Million Technical Talent (3MTT) programme, powered by the Airtel Africa Foundation.
It spotlights exceptional young Nigerians and equips them with digital skills, mentorship, and real-world experiences that turn learning into lasting opportunity.
Built on Airtel‘s ₦1 billion digital inclusion commitment, the Fellowship supports 3MTT’s mission to grow a future-ready workforce for Nigeria.
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Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program, applicants must:
- Be a young Nigerian interested in building a career in tech
- Be committed to completing the fellowship program
- Be willing to participate in projects, hackathons, and team collaborations
Benefits of the Airtel–3MTT NextGen
Participants for Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program will gain access to:
- Free, High Quality Training
- Mentorship from top professionals
- Hands-on project experience
- National tech community access
- Real career pathways
Other key benefits
- Project-based learning and hackathons
- Mentorship from Airtel and 3MTT experts
- Externship and job placement support
- National innovation challenges
- Certificates and digital badges
Available Learning Tracks
Participants into Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program will be trained in high-demand digital fields, including:
- Software Development
- Data Science & Analytics
- UI/UX Design
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Computing
- Product Management
- Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Also Apply: I-Rev National Scholarship 2026 | How to Apply for Fully Funded Scholarship
How to Apply for Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program
Follow these steps to apply for the Airtel–3MTT NextGen Fellowship Program:
- Read all the information on this page and confirm your eligibility
- Visit the official website of the 3MTT NextGen Portal
- Fill out the online application form on the 3MTT NextGen Portal
- Submit your application
Application Deadline: Not Specified
