The National Directorate of Employment (NDE) has opened registration for the 2026 Renewed Hope Employment Initiative (RHEI) Phase 3.

NDE RHEI Phase 3 programme is a nationwide vocational, technical, and entrepreneurial training designed by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

Aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, its primary objective is to combat mass youth unemployment and alleviate poverty by equipping unskilled and unemployed Nigerians with market-driven, self-sustaining skills.

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Steps to Register

Step 1: Visit the registration portal (https://nderegistrationportal.ng/) and click “Sign Up.”

Step 2: Create an account by providing:

• First Name
• Last Name
• National Identification Number (NIN)
• Email Address
• Create a Password

Step 3: Log in using your registered email address and password.

Step 4: Complete the online application by filling in the following details:

• Personal Information
• Contact Details
• Educational Qualification
• Employment Status
• Bank Account Details
• Bank Verification Number (BVN)
• Preferred Training Programme
• State, Local Government Area (LGA), and Residential Address

Step 5: Upload the required documents:

• Passport Photograph (maximum size: 500KB)
• Valid Means of Identification (if required)
• Educational Certificate(s)

Step 6: Carefully review all the information you have entered to ensure it is accurate.

Step 7: Click “Submit” and wait for further communication from the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).

Important Information

• Ensure that your NIN and BVN belong to you and are entered correctly.
• Use an active phone number and email address that you can access.
• Submit only one application. Multiple applications may lead to disqualification.
• Keep your login details safe for future access.

Registration is completely FREE. Do not pay anyone to register or secure placement under the programme. Beware of fraudsters.