2026 Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship: A Transformative Path for Future Leaders
The 2026 Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship (EPLF) is now officially open for applications! This exciting opportunity is designed for passionate young Nigerians ready to step into impactful political leadership and drive meaningful change in their communities and country.
🌟 What Is the EPLF?
The Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship is a non-partisan leadership development programme organized by The Bridge Leadership Foundation (TBLF). It aims to identify, nurture, and prepare young Nigerians for ethical, people-centered leadership roles at local, state, and national levels. The programme equips fellows with the knowledge, tools, and networks they need to thrive in politics and public life.
Programme Timeline & Structure
The 2026 fellowship combines virtual learning, practical civic engagement, and immersive bootcamp experiences over a structured year-long journey:
• Virtual training modules — Leadership, policy, governance, and strategy
• Civic engagement projects — Fellows implement community-impact activities
• Capstone presentations & Bootcamp — Final showcase and community engagement
• Graduation and network integration — Celebrating achievements and joining the alumni community
🎯 Who Should Apply?
EPLF seeks emerging leaders who:
• Are Nigerian, actively engaged or passionate about mainstream politics.
• Demonstrate leadership, service, and civic responsibility.
• Are typically between 25–35 years old (with some flexibility for strong candidates up to 45).
🎁 What Fellows Gain
• Participants in the fellowship benefit from:
• Leadership training delivered by political leaders, strategists, and governance experts.
• Group mentorship with past and serving political leaders.
• Opportunity to design and implement civic engagement projects that influence public conversations.
• Networking with peers and influential actors in Nigeria’s political ecosystem.
• Alumni community membership — a lifelong network of emerging changemakers.
🗓 Deadline: 28 February 2026 – 11:59 PM (WAT)
🌍 Why It Matters
The EPLF isn’t just a training programme — it’s a movement for nurturing the next generation of values-driven leaders. From celebrating bold ideas on social media to sharing authentic experiences from past cohorts, the programme emphasizes leadership rooted in impact, integrity, and civic engagement.
For young Nigerians ready to make a difference — whether through public office, civic mobilization, or policy innovation — the 2026 Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship offers an invaluable platform to grow, connect, and serve with purpose.
Apply using the link below 👇🏼
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