The 2026 Dangote Academy Industrial Maintenance Technician (IMT) Programme offers an excellent opportunity for young Nigerians to gain world-class vocational training and launch a career in industrial maintenance and plant operations.
This fully funded 18-month programme, run by Dangote Academy in collaboration with Workforce, combines hands-on practical training, classroom instruction, and real-world experience at Dangote facilities. It is designed specifically for secondary school and technical college graduates, helping to bridge critical skills gaps in Nigeria’s industrial sector.
Programme Overview
- Host: Dangote Academy (Dangote Cement Plc)
- Duration: 18 months
- Training Locations: Lagos, Kano, Delta, and Kogi
- Focus: Industrial maintenance, plant operations, and technical skills development
- Key Features: Hands-on training with world-class tools and facilities, structured classroom learning, mentorship from industry professionals, and exposure to real industrial environments.
- Note: Tuition and accommodation are free (as indicated in programme announcements).
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a recent graduate of a secondary school (with WAEC, NECO, or SSCE) or a technical college (with NABTEB).
- Not hold an ND, HND, or university degree – this programme is strictly for secondary/technical school graduates. Candidates with higher qualifications are not eligible.
- Be a Nigerian citizen.
- No IELTS or other language tests are required.
Benefits of the Programme
Participants receive comprehensive support, including:
- Monthly salary/stipend during the training period
- Free tuition and accommodation
- Practical, hands-on industrial maintenance training
- Theoretical and technical classroom learning
- Real workplace experience at Dangote plants
- Mentorship from experienced industry professionals
- Access to state-of-the-art tools and facilities
- Strong career prospects and potential employment opportunities with Dangote upon successful completion
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
Follow these clear steps to submit your application before the deadline:
- Visit the official application portal: https://tally.so/r/J9AjlY (or use any shortened links provided in official announcements, such as bit.ly/DangoteIMT_2026 if directed).
- Click the “Apply” or “Yes! I’m Interested” button to start.
- Complete the online application form by filling in your personal details, educational background, and other required information.
- Upload all necessary documents (e.g., your WAEC/NECO/SSCE or NABTEB certificate, birth certificate or age declaration, recent passport photograph, and any other items requested in the form).
- Review your application carefully to ensure all details are accurate.
- Submit your application.
- You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission – keep this for your records.
Application Deadline: Sunday, 2 March 2026 (applications close at midnight).