Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Fellowship Cohort 2026-2027

The Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy (LJLA) Fellowship is a fully funded, twelve-month leadership development programme in Nigeria designed to nurture young leaders with exposure to public governance, practical leadership experience, and a supporting community. Fellows reside in a fully furnished apartment for the duration of the programme and engage in structured placements within Lagos State MDAs, leadership development activities, and a capstone community project. The programme is merit-based and includes hands-on leadership training, coaching, and opportunities to participate in local and international policy-related experiences.

Fully funded twelve-month leadership development programme, structured placements within Lagos State Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, one-on-one leadership coaching, leadership seminars and workshops, capstone community project, local and international policy exposure, and an alumni network.

Must be a Nigerian national with at least two years of work experience, aged 25-35, and hold at least a Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma (HND). Public sector applicants in Lagos State must be within Grade Level 8–12.

Apply online through the provided online application link and submit required documents as specified.