Leventis Foundation Nigeria Agricultural Training Programme 2026

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Applications are open for Leventis Foundation Nigeria Agricultural Training Programme 2026. The Leventis Foundation Nigeria is a charitable organisation dedicated to empowering youths and farmers through training in modern, sustainable agricultural practices and the responsible use of natural resources.

Since its inception in 1987, the Foundation has been at the forefront of agricultural training, with six agricultural training schools strategically established across different agro-ecological zones in Nigeria. These schools, located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Osun, Kano, and Gombe states, are co-funded by the Leventis Foundation and the respective State Governments.

The schools provide comprehensive one-year training programs designed for young men and women passionate about building rewarding careers in farming and agribusiness. Participants gain hands-on experience across diverse areas of agriculture, agricultural value chains, and farm enterprises.

The training is a comprehensive, one-year residential programme focused on modern farming techniques, agribusiness development, and responsible natural resource management. It targets young men and women who are passionate about agriculture and committed to building sustainable livelihoods within the sector.

Training is delivered through practical fieldwork, classroom instruction, and enterprise-based learning, ensuring participants graduate with real-world, income-generating skills.

Leventis Foundation Nigeria Agricultural Training Programme Benefits

Comprehensive Agricultural Training: A one-year immersive program covering various agricultural fields and agribusiness.
Free of Cost: Tuition, boarding, and feeding are provided entirely free of charge for successful candidates.
Empowering Future Farmers: The objective is to nurture generations of skilled, practical farmers who will catalyse agricultural transformation in their communities and contribute to advancing the food system.

Areas of Training

Participants will receive training in the following areas:

Crop Production
Enterprise Development, including
Processing, Packaging, and Value Addition
Animal and Fishery Production
Basic Agricultural Engineering
Farm Management and Extension Services
Agroforestry and Beekeeping

Eligibility Criteria for Leventis Foundation Agricultural Training Programme

The programme is open to both male and female applicants who meet the following requirements:

Must be physically fit
Must be able to read and write in English, with evidence of at least junior secondary school education
Must be between 18 and 40 years of age
Must demonstrate a clear interest in agriculture
Must pass both written and oral assessments before final selection
Proof of a farming background is an added advantage

Training School Locations

Training will take place at the following Leventis Foundation Agricultural Training Schools:

Leventis Foundation/Osun State
- Agricultural Training School
- Imo, P.M.B. 5074, Ilesa
- Osun State
Leventis Foundation/Kano State
- Agricultural Training School
- Panda, Albasu Local Government
- P.M.B. 3555, Kano
- Kano State
Leventis Foundation/FCT
- Agricultural Training School
- Yaba, Abaji Area Council
- P.M.B. 001, Abaji,
- Abuja.

How To Apply for Leventis Foundation Agricultural Training Programme

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REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMISSION

Please bring the following documents on the day of the examination:

A handwritten cover letter.
A letter of attestation, signed by either the Chairman or Secretary of your Local Government of Origin or a Justice of the Peace (JP).
Attach the following documents:
- Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs.
- Three (3) reference letters.
- Photocopies of your academic qualifications or any other relevant documents.

Note: Applicants can also submit a physical application if they are located near the school locations.

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Application Deadline: Saturday, 21 February, 2026

Screening/Examination comes up on Saturday, 28 February, 2026

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