2026 AGRICULTURAL TRAINING PROGRAMME – LEVENTIS FOUNDATION NIGERIA

Application Deadline:  Saturday, 21 February, 2026

LOCATION: Nigeria

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. 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.

ELIGIBILITY:

The program is open to both male and female candidates who are eager to develop sustainable careers in agriculture and agribusiness.

Applicants should fulfill the following conditions, among others:

Be physically fit.

Ability to read and write in English (evidence of a minimum of junior secondary school may be required).

Aged between 18 and 40 years old.

Pass both the written and oral tests before final selection.

Should demonstrate a perceivable interest in agriculture.

Proof of a farming background is an advantage.

Please bring 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).

Attach the following documents:

Two (2) recent passport-sized photographs.

Three (3) reference letters.

Photocopies of your academic qualifications or any other relevant documents.

Note: Applicants can also submit a physical application if they are located near the school locations.

Application Deadline: Saturday, 21 February, 2026

Screening/Examination comes up on Saturday, 28 February, 2026

For further inquiries, please contact:

Mrs Janet Egbe-Owoicho, Leventis Foundation (Nigeria) Ltd./Gte

Email: leventisfoundation@gmail.com, Telephone: 0708 552 4233

For more information, visit the official website: www.leventisfoundation.org.ng

BENEFIT:

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 catalyze agricultural transformation in their communities and contribute to advancing the food system.

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UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER HUMANITARIAN SCHOLARSHIPS

Application Deadline: 31 March 2026

LOCATION: United Kingdom

The University of Manchester Humanitarian Scholarship programme supports individuals at immediate risk who’ve been forced to flee their homes as a direct result of armed conflict by offering the opportunity to study at Manchester.

ELIGIBILITY:

You must meet all of the following:

You’re at serious risk due to war or conflict.

You had to leave your home country (or move within it) in the last three years because of conflict.

You cannot start or finish a university degree.

You’ve never studied in the UK or EU before.

You’ve applied for an undergraduate course starting in September 2026 at the University of Manchester.

You can explain why you want to study this course.

You’ve done well in your previous studies.

Please note: you can’t apply if you’re currently living in the UK or EU.

You don’t need to show proof of your English language skills when you apply through UCAS or when you apply for the scholarship. However, if you’re offered a place at the University of Manchester, you must meet the English language requirements stated in your offer letter. 

It’s important to note that the university does not accept Duolingo English test results. 

To see which English tests and scores are accepted, visit our English language requirements page and the course profile pages.

Please note that the scholarship does not cover any pre-sessional English courses at the university.

Apply for an undergraduate course starting September 2026 at The University of Manchester via UCAS (Note: UCAS application fee not covered).

Key dates for 2026 entry:

Apply for a course via UCASFrom 2 September 2025
Apply for the ScholarshipFrom 2 February 2026
Scholarship application deadline31 March 2026
Results announcedEnd of May 2026
Start your studiesSeptember 2026

Selection Process: No interview is required.

You’ll be informed of the result by 29 May 2026 via email, whether successful or unsuccessful.

Decisions are final.

BENEFIT:

The scholarship will pay for:

Your tuition fees (the cost of your course);

Living expenses (money for food, housing, etc.);

Visa costs.

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