Good news for artisans in Enugu State. The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency have announced the SUPA-ITF Enugu Artisan Skills Accelerator, a free skills programme that will train 700 artisans across the state. It covers both people already working in a trade and those who want to start one.
Update (29 October 2026): We checked again today, and the official registration link and deadline have still not been published. Follow the Industrial Training Fund (ITF) website and the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency for the announcement. This post will be updated as soon as registration opens.
Programme at a Glance
- Organisers: Industrial Training Fund (ITF) and Enugu MSME & Startup Agency
- Programme: SUPA-ITF Enugu Artisan Skills Accelerator
- Places: 700 beneficiaries
- Location: Accredited training centres and industry partners across Enugu State
- Cost: Free
- Selection: Competitive
- Registration: Details not yet published (see How to Apply below)
Trades Covered
The programme will offer hands-on training in five sectors:
- Building construction: trades such as masonry, tiling, plumbing and electrical installation
- Fashion: tailoring, fashion design and related crafts
- ICT: digital and information technology skills
- Automotive services: vehicle repair and maintenance
- Hospitality: catering, food service and related work
The organisers have named the five sectors. The exact trades within each one will be confirmed when registration opens, so the examples above are only typical trades in those fields.
Benefits
- Free training: No tuition fees for selected participants
- Practical skills: Hands-on learning at accredited centres and with industry partners
- Career pathways: Routes into jobs, apprenticeships and self-employment
- Business growth: Support for artisans who want to expand an existing business
The organisers have not yet said whether participants will receive starter packs, stipends or certificates. We will update this post when that is confirmed.
Eligibility
Based on the announcement, the programme is for:
- Existing artisans in Enugu State who want to improve their skills or grow their business
- Aspiring artisans in Enugu State who want to learn a trade
Age limits, education requirements and residency rules have not yet been announced.
About SUPA
The Enugu accelerator is linked to the ITF’s national Skill-Up Artisans (SUPA) programme, a federal government initiative to train and certify Nigerian artisans so they can compete for better jobs at home and abroad. In past rounds, SUPA applicants registered online and then went through screening before training began.
How to Apply
The official registration link and deadline have not yet been published. To be ready when they are:
- Follow official channels: Watch the ITF website and social media pages, the Enugu MSME & Startup Agency and the Enugu State Government for the registration announcement.
- Prepare your documents: Have a valid means of ID, your NIN, passport photographs and any certificates or proof of work in your trade ready.
- Decide on your trade: Choose the sector you want to train in, so you can apply as soon as the form opens.
- Beware of scams: The training is free. Do not pay anyone who claims they can “secure a place” for you.
We will update this article with the application link and deadline as soon as they are released.
