The Federal Government of Nigeria, under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, has launched the Power Force programme, a national initiative designed to train 5,000 young Nigerians for the accelerated deployment of smart electricity meters. Successful participants can earn between N90,000 and N150,000 monthly, according to an official statement from the presidency.
Programme Details and Objectives
The Power Force programme is implemented under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and forms part of the Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI). It aims to close critical skills gaps in meter installation while expanding opportunities for young Nigerians to participate in national development. The presidency stated that the programme supports the administration's broader effort to improve the performance and financial sustainability of the electricity sector. Expanded metering will help reduce estimated billing, improve transparency in customer charges, strengthen revenue collection, and support better service delivery over time.
Training and Certification
Participants will undergo intensive technical training delivered by the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN). Certification and compliance standards will be overseen by the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA). Successful trainees will be connected to deployment opportunities with distribution companies, meter providers, and other industry partners. A statement on the State House website emphasized: "This is not training for training's sake. Successful participants will have pathways to paid work, with a minimum monthly salary of between N90,000 and N150,000."
Timeline and Application Process
The first phase of the programme will commence in Abuja in July 2026, with subsequent rollout across the six geopolitical zones. Applications for the first cohort will open on Saturday, July 4, 2026, and remain open for two weeks. Interested individuals can submit their applications through the official portal at pmi.naptin.gov.ng. For eligibility requirements and further programme details, applicants can visit pmi.com.ng.
Government's 10 Key Points
The presidency released a flier detailing 10 things to know about the Power Force programme. These include the monthly earning potential of N90,000 to N150,000, the partnership with NAPTIN and NEMSA, and the connection to deployment opportunities. The initiative is part of President Tinubu's commitment to job creation and youth empowerment, equipping participants with practical technical skills, recognised certification, and pathways to employment and entrepreneurship within the power value chain.
Broader Context
The Power Force programme aligns with ongoing power sector reforms and the administration's focus on youth empowerment. It follows recent reforms to the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), including plans to extend orientation camp from three to six weeks and incorporate training in entrepreneurship, digital literacy, financial management, leadership, and career readiness.
