MTN ICT & Business Skills Training Programme 2026 (Phase 8) | ₦100M Equipment Grant | Link to Apply
Good news for female entrepreneurs in Nigeria! The MTN Foundation ICT and Business Skills Training Programme 2026 (Phase 8) is now open. The programme will empower 3,000 female microbusiness owners with digital and business skills plus a ₦100,000,000 equipment grant fund for top performers.
Training Duration: 5 Weeks (Blended Learning – Online + Physical)
Official Application Form: foundation.mtnonline.com/icttraining
What is MTN ICT & Business Skills Training?
🪩 Get Your Scholarship, Visa, Grant or Proposal Approved
Strategy, positioning, and expert restructuring for high-stakes applications.
⚡ Limited weekly review slots • Structured • Results-focused
Who is this for?
Applicants applying for competitive funding, study visas, academic programs, research grants, or professional proposals needing expert-level positioning.
Since 2018, the MTN Nigeria Foundation in partnership with Google, Oracle, KPMG, IBM, Cisco, Meta and Microsoft has trained 15,362 young entrepreneurs across 29 states and FCT. This is Phase 8 and it’s focused on women.
Phase 8 will run for five weeks using a blended-learning approach: self-paced online modules, instructor-led sessions, masterclasses from successful entrepreneurs, and a capstone project. Participants will receive data support for learning.
Benefits of MTN ICT Training 2026
- ✅ Free 5-week ICT and Business Skills Training (Certificate inclusive)
- ✅ Data support for online learning
- ✅ Up to ₦1,000,000 equipment grant for top 100 participants (from ₦100M fund)
- ✅ Access to masterclasses from seasoned entrepreneurs
- ✅ Networking and business visibility
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for MTN ICT & Business Skills Training Phase 8, you must meet these criteria:
- Gender & Age: Must be a Nigerian female aged 18 – 35 years
- Business: Must own and manage a micro business that has been operational for not more than 2 years
- Location: Business must be located in one of these 6 states: Rivers, Abia, Ogun, Kwara, Kano, or Gombe
- Availability: Must be available for the 5-week blended training
Documents Needed to Apply
Keep these ready before you start your application on the portal:
- Valid means of identification (NIN Slip, Voter’s Card, or Driver’s License)
- Recent passport photograph
- CAC Certificate (if available – not compulsory for micro business)
- Business details – Business name, location, what you sell/do, how long you have operated
- Active email address and phone number
- Brief business plan / pitch (What problem does your business solve?)
📝 FREE Templates I Prepared For You
Download these to increase your chance of getting the grant:
- Business Pitch Template: [My Business Name] solves [Problem] for [Customers] in [Location] by [Solution]. Started [Date], we have served [Number] customers.
- Capstone Project Template: Problem Statement -> How you will use ICT skills learned (e.g., Canva for flyers, Meta ads, Google Business Profile) -> Expected growth in 3 months.
How to Apply for MTN ICT Training 2026
- Visit the official MTN Foundation ICT portal:
https://www.mtn.ng/mtnf-ict/ – for programme info - Click the application form link:
https://foundation.mtnonline.com/icttraining/ - Read and accept the Terms and Conditions
- Fill in your personal details, business details, and location correctly
- Upload required documents and submit
- You will receive a confirmation email if shortlisted
Official Links
- Programme Info Page: https://www.mtn.ng/mtnf-ict/
- Direct Application Form (Apply Here): https://foundation.mtnonline.com/icttraining/
Don’t Miss This ₦100M Opportunity!
Only 3,000 women will be selected from 6 states. Apply before October 11, 2026.
Apply Now via MTN FoundationDisclaimer: This post is for information only. TheTechThriller is not affiliated with MTN Nigeria. Always apply via the official MTN links above. We do not charge for application.