Apply Now: Leventis Foundation Nigeria – One Year Training programme in agribusiness 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.
Why Choose Leventis Foundation Training?
- 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.
Eligibility
The program is open to both male and female candidates who are eager to develop sustainable careers in agriculture and agribusiness.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should fulfil the following conditions, among others:
a.) Be physically fit.
b.) Ability to read and write in English (evidence of a minimum of junior secondary school may be required).
c.) Aged between 18 and 40 years old.
d.) Pass both the written and oral tests before final selection.
e.) Should demonstrate a perceivable interest in agriculture.
f.) Proof of a farming background is an advantage.
AREAS OF TRAINING
🔸Crop Production
🔸Enterprises Development (Processing, Packaging & Value Addition)
🔸Animal and Fishery Production
🔸Basic Agricultural Engineering
🔸Farm Management & Extension
🔸Agroforestry and Beekeeping
SCHOOL LOCATIONS
🔸Leventis Foundation Agricultural, Training School, Yaba, Abaji, FCT Abuja.
🔸Leventis Foundation Agricultural, Training School, Osun
🔸Leventis Foundation Agricultural, Training School, Panda, Kano State.
Application Dealine 21 February 2026
METHOD OF APPLICATION
Interested and Qualified candidates should use link below to Apply.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR SUBMISSION
Candidates should come with 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).
Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs.
Three (3) reference letters.
Photocopies of your academic qualifications or any other relevant documents.
Candidates can also Submit a physical application if they are close to any of the school locations
TUITION, ACCOMMODATION, FEEDING FREE OF ALL CHARGE
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