The 2025 NHEF Scholars Program is an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students in Nigeria who are looking to take their careers to the next level. Organized by the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF), this program is designed to identify and support exceptional students by providing them with the tools and resources they need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.

Summary of 2025 NHEF Scholars Program

• Host: Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF)
• Category: Undergraduate / Internships
• Eligible Countries: Nigeria
• Reward:
  • Internships with top organizations
  • Mentorship from industry professionals
  • Leadership development training
  • Scholarships and financial aid
  • Networking opportunities
  • Career guidance and certification
• Deadline: March 7, 2025

About 2025 NHEF Scholars Program

The 2025 NHEF Scholars Program is a prestigious initiative by the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) that seeks to recognize and support outstanding undergraduate students across Nigeria. This program is designed to empower young leaders by offering them unique career-building opportunities, including internships, leadership training, and mentorship from industry professionals.


The NHEF Scholars Program aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application, providing students with hands-on experience in their chosen fields. Participants benefit from exposure to leading organizations and experts, enabling them to develop critical skills, expand their professional networks, and gain invaluable insights into various industries.

2025 NHEF Scholars Program Benefits

• High quality meals (sometimes 4 times per day) with other _in-betweens_
• 5-star hotel accommodation all to yourself for a week.
• Movie in a cinema with HD experience
• Visit to the beach, Landmark and other amazing places in Lagos
• Opportunity to have your tuition fee covered
• Internship opportunities with partner firms
• Networking opportunities with CEOs, MDs, influential men
• Networking opportunities with fellow scholars
• Leadership training with a certificate of recognition
• Work ethics and preparation for the professional world
• Training on professional CV, email, writing
• Introduction to MS word and excel
  And many more…

2025 NHEF Scholars Program Eligibility

To be considered for the (Nigeria Higher Education Foundation) NHEF Scholarship 2025; applicants must:

• Be penultimate-year students enrolled at an NHEF Partner University:
• Be a well-rounded individual 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.

Participating Universities

• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
• Bayero University, Kano
• University of Ibadan
• University of Lagos
• University of Nigeria, Nsukka
• University of Port Harcourt

How to Apply for NHEF Scholars Program

• Read the details we have provided on this webpage and confirm your eligibility.
• Click the button below to go to the NHEF Scholars page.
• Log on to the NHEF application portal: https://portal.thenhef.org/.
• Register by creating an account on the portal: enter your first and last name, email address, phone number, and password.
• After registering, verify your email address by checking the inbox of the email address you registered with. Click the link or copy the URL to your internet browser.
• Once your account has been validated, log in using the email address and password you created.
• Proceed to the application by clicking on the APPLY tab from the dashboard.
• 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).
• Review application responses and submit.

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