The Federal Government of Nigeria is calling on interested young citizens to apply for the 2026 National Health Fellows Program.
The Federal Government National Health Fellows Program will last for a period of 12 months and will provide participants with training, fieldwork, and mentorship.
Also, fellows will receive a stipend to support their participation and living expenses during the programme.
In this post, we will provide you with all the details you need to know to successfully submit an application for the opportunity.
Federal Government National Health Fellows Program Summary
- Host: Federal Government of Nigeria
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Reward: Stipends | Training | Mentorship
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: Not Specified
Federal Government National Health Fellows Program Details:
Here is everything you need to know about the National Health Fellows Programme.
The National Health Fellows Is A Programme Of The Government Of Nigeria, Led Through The Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative SWAp Coordination Office Under The Federal Ministry Of Health And Social Welfare.
The program seeks to comprehensively upgrade existing primary healthcare centres and construct over 8,800 new primary healthcare centres across all local government areas in the country for accessible and qualitative healthcare delivery with the provision of new social accountability mechanisms.
Eligibility Requirements for National Health Fellows Program 2026
To be considered for the National Health Fellows Program, you must:
- Must be between the ages of 25 and 35.
- Bachelor’s degree (health-related, IT, or social sciences).
- Demonstrable interest/ or Experience in Public health OR health-related NGO and partner organisations OR community projects that demonstrate leadership and initiative.
- Candidates must be available to participate full-time in the fellowship programme.
- Candidates must be an indigene of the state being applied for.
- Candidates must possess smartphones with data capabilities i.e. for WhatsApp, Zoom etc.
- Recommendation from the University Dean OR NYSC place of primary assignment, or a respected organisation demonstrating character and leadership.
- Demonstrated analytical skills and entrepreneurial drive.
Benefits of Federal Government National Health Fellows Program
Fellows will receive a stipend to support their participation and living expenses during the programme.
The National Health Fellows Program lasts 12 months and provides participants with training, fieldwork, and mentorship.