The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched the Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP) to empower the next generation of fashion innovators with the technical and business skills needed to thrive in the industry.
In collaboration with The Fashion Academy Abuja, the initiative aims to strengthen Nigeria’s fashion value chain by providing practical, industry-focused training to early-stage fashion entrepreneurs.
The programme will be implemented in two phases:
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Phase 1: September to October 2025
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Phase 2: March 2026
Participants will receive continuous support through monitoring and feedback conducted jointly by the Ministry and The Fashion Academy.
Benefits
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Hands-on training in the fashion industry
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Professional certification
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Access to mentorship
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Startup support for your fashion business
Training Courses
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Pattern making and professional sewing techniques
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Fashion business and branding
Eligibility Criteria
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Must hold a minimum of an O-Level certificate.
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Must demonstrate foundational knowledge in tailoring or the fashion business.
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Must provide evidence of an existing fashion business or a portfolio of work.
How to Apply
Click here to start the online application. Be sure to complete it by August 11, 2025.
The Federal Government of Nigeria has introduced the Creative Leap Acceleration Programme (CLAP) to equip upcoming fashion innovators with essential technical and business skills for success in the industry. In partnership with The Fashion Academy Abuja, this initiative targets strengthening Nigeria's fashion value chain through practical, industry-relevant training for aspiring fashion entrepreneurs.
The program unfolds in two phases, from September to October 2025 (Phase 1) and March 2026 (Phase 2), providing continuous support through monitoring and feedback led by the Ministry and The Fashion Academy. Participants gain hands-on industry training, professional certification, mentorship, and startup support for launching their fashion businesses.
Courses offered include pattern making, professional sewing techniques, and fashion business/branding. Eligibility requires a minimum O-Level certificate, basic knowledge in tailoring or fashion business, and proof of an existing fashion business or portfolio. Applications are open online until August 11, 2025.