Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) One-Year Training Programme in Modern and Sustainable Agriculture (Funded) is now open

The Leventis Foundation in Nigeria is a charitable organization dedicated to providing training in modern and sustainable agricultural practices and the rational use of natural resources to youth and farmers. Since 1987, the Foundation has been conducting agricultural training programs for young people and farmers. Currently, there are six agricultural training schools established in different agro-ecological zones of Nigeria, with funding from both the Leventis Foundation and the respective State Governments of FCT, Osun, Kano, and Gombe.

These schools offer comprehensive one-year training to young individuals who aspire to build successful careers in farming and agribusiness. The training covers various aspects of agriculture, agricultural value chains, and other farm-related businesses. The primary objective of this training, which is completely free for the beneficiaries, is to cultivate a new generation of dedicated and practical farmers in Nigeria. These individuals will serve as catalysts for an agricultural revolution in their communities, while also contributing to the advancement of the food system.

Requirements

Admission to the training program is open to both male and female candidates. Successful applicants will receive free tuition, boarding, and meals throughout the course. In addition to meeting other requirements, such as being physically fit and demonstrating an interest in agriculture, candidates must also pass written and oral tests before final selection. While a farming background is advantageous, it is not a mandatory requirement for admission.

Application Procedure

To apply for the Leventis Foundation Agricultural Training School, the applicant must submit a handwritten application that includes all the necessary information, along with a letter signed by the chairman or secretary of their Local Government of origin or an attestation letter from a Justice of Peace (JP), two recent passport size photographs, three references, and photocopies of academic qualifications or relevant documents. These documents should be sent to any of the addresses provided, preferably to the school of choice. The addresses are as follows:

• Leventis Foundation/Osun State Agricultural Training School in Imo, P.M.B. 5074, Ilesa, Osun State;
• Leventis Foundation/Kano State Agricultural Training School in Panda, Albasu Local Government, P.M.B. 3555, Kano, Kano State; and
• Leventis Foundation/Gombe State Agricultural Training School in Tumu, Akko Local Government, Gombe State.
• Leventis Foundation/FCT, Agricultural Training School, Yaba, Abaji Area Council, P.M.B. 001, Abaji, Abuja.
• The General Manager (Technical and Training), Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd/Gte, No 2, Leventis Close, Central Business District, P.O. Box 20351, Garki Abuja, FCT, www.leventisfoundation.org.ng

In addition it offers a one-year training program as well as consultancy services and targeted short courses in various aspects of agriculture such as processing and packaging, poultry production, vegetable production, bee-keeping, honey production, fish farming, mushroom production, value chain development, feed formulation, greenhouse farming and hydroponics, urban farming, and climate-smart agriculture.

Application and screening

The application deadline for the 2023/2024 training program is Friday, December 15th, 2023, and the screening/examination will take place on Saturday, December 16th, 2023. For further inquiries, please contact Mrs. Janet Egbe-Owoicho at [email protected] or 0708 552 4233. For more information, visit the official website of the Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) One-Year Training Programme 2023/2024.