FG Urges Nigerian Youths To Apply For ECOWAS YPIP 2027

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, has opened applications for the 2027 Batch of the ECOWAS Young Professional Immersion Programme, YPIP.

In a statement signed by the Ministry’s Spokesperson, Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, the Ministry said the one-year, fully paid professional immersion programme is designed to provide young citizens of ECOWAS Member States with practical experience within regional institutions.

According to the statement, participants will contribute to the implementation of regional integration initiatives and develop technical and professional skills under the guidance of experienced experts.

The Ministry stated that interested applicants must be 32 years of age or younger and possess a degree in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Applications will be open from July 31 to August 31, 2026.

Eligible candidates are to submit their applications through the dedicated portal at http://youngprofessional.ecowas.int or visit https://www.ecowas.int/nwp_events/call-for-applications-for-ecowas-immersion-program-2027/ for detailed information on the programme and application process.

The Ministry encouraged qualified young Nigerians to take advantage of the opportunity to acquire professional experience, contribute to regional integration, and enhance their career prospects.