NHEF Scholars Program 2026

The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) Scholars Program 2026 aims to equip talented Nigerian students with the skills, experiences, and networks required to succeed as professionals and leaders. It identifies exceptional penultimate-year students and provides exclusive internship opportunities, leadership and career development activities, and mentorship and networking with NHEF alumni across industries.

Exclusive internship opportunities with leading Nigerian organizations, leadership and career development sessions, mentorship and networking with NHEF alumni.

Penultimate-year students enrolled at an NHEF Partner University who demonstrate academic excellence, robust extracurricular involvement, and a commitment to community service and leadership.

Register on the NHEF portal, verify email, log in, and complete the application including bio-data and program essay; upload CV, cover letter, and latest transcript; submit in one go.