NDDC Skills Development and Empowerment: Apply for NDDC CNG Training Programme

NDDC Skills Development and Empowerment Programme 2026: The Niger Delta Development Commission NDDC has announced the commencement of a skills development and empowerment programme focused on Compressed Natural Gas CNG vehicle conversion for youths across the Niger Delta region.

The training programme is part of NDDC’s mandate to build human capacity, promote employable skills, and support sustainable economic development within the region. It will be implemented across the nine Niger Delta states and targets young people with technical interest and background in automotive and mechanical fields.

Through this initiative, beneficiaries will receive hands on training in CNG vehicle conversion technology, positioning them for employment and entrepreneurship in Nigeria’s growing alternative energy and transport sector.

About the NDDC CNG Vehicle Conversion Training

The CNG Vehicle Conversion Training Programme is designed to equip Niger Delta youths with practical and verifiable skills in autogas conversion technology.

The programme aligns with national goals of reducing fuel costs, lowering harmful emissions, and promoting cleaner energy alternatives. By training skilled technicians in CNG conversion, the programme aims to improve transportation sustainability while creating job opportunities within the automotive sector.

Key objectives of the programme include:

1. Building technical capacity in CNG vehicle conversion

2. Creating employment and self reliance opportunities for youths

3. Supporting cleaner energy adoption in the transport sector

4. Reducing environmental pollution and harmful emissions

5. Strengthening local expertise in alternative fuel technology

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Eligible Niger Delta States

Applicants must be indigenes of any of the nine Niger Delta states, which include:

1. Abia

2. Akwa Ibom

3. Bayelsa

4. Cross River

5. Delta

6. Edo

7. Imo

8. Ondo

9. Rivers

General Selection Criteria

To be considered for the programme, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Must be an indigene of one of the nine Niger Delta states

2. Must possess a minimum qualification of SSCE or WAEC with science related subjects

3. OND in science related disciplines or Trade Test Certificate from a recognised institution is acceptable

4. Holders of other recognised technical qualifications in automotive, mechanical, or allied trades may apply

5. Fresh graduates in engineering related courses within the Niger Delta are eligible

6. Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years of age

Who Should Apply

This programme is suitable for:

1. Youths interested in automotive and mechanical skills

2. Technicians seeking to upgrade their technical knowledge

3. Engineering graduates looking for practical industry experience

4. Individuals interested in clean energy and sustainable transportation

5. Young people seeking employable and income generating skills

Important Application Notes

Applicants should take note of the following:

1. Applications will be accepted online only through the official NDDC portal

2. Multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification

3. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

4. Shortlisted applicants will be required to present original credentials and identification documents

5. Beneficiaries of previous NDDC skills acquisition and empowerment programmes are not eligible

6. Applications must be submitted within ten days from the date of publication

How to Apply for the NDDC CNG Training Programme

Interested and qualified applicants should follow these steps:

1. Visit the official NDDC skills application portal https://skills.nddc.gov.ng

2. Complete the online registration form with accurate details

3. Submit the application once and ensure all information is correct

Good luck!