The Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) is pleased to announce the official launch of applications for the 2026 NHEF Graduate Doctors Program, a flagship leadership and capacity development initiative designed for post-housemanship doctors transitioning into full professional practice after completing the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
The Graduate Doctors Program offers a curated and immersive learning experience that equips early-career medical professionals with the knowledge, perspective, and networks required to navigate Nigeria’s evolving healthcare landscape. The program is committed to cultivating a new generation of doctors with the competence, resilience, leadership capacity, and commitment to advance healthcare delivery across Nigeria.
WHO SHOULD APPLY
The program is exclusively open to graduate medical doctors from NHEF Partner Universities:
- AHMADU BELLO UNIVERSITY, BAYERO UNIVERSITY, UNIVERSITY OF IBADAN, UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS, UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA, UNIVERSITY OF PORT HARCOURT
- Applicants must have completed both housemanship and NYSC (or exempted). Candidates who are currently undergoing NYSC are also eligible to apply, provided they will have completed both their service year and housemanship on or before July 7, 2026, before the program orientation.
- Exhibit a strong commitment to community service, philanthropy, and a desire to make a lasting impact in society.
PROGRAM DETAILS
- Application Deadline: 23rd March 2026 // 11:59 P.M. WAT
- Orientation Timeline: Tuesday, July 7 – Saturday, July 11, 2026
- Location: Lagos State
- Arrival Date: Tuesday, July 7
- Departure Date: Sunday, July 12
The NHEF is committed to covering travel, accommodation, and feeding costs for all successful candidates.
Selection into the program is merit-based and highly competitive. Applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoughtfully and thoroughly.
REQUIRED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
In support of their application, candidates are expected to upload the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- University Graduation Certificate
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption/Explanation Letter
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS
- All files must be uploaded in PDF format.
- Ensure documents are clear, legible, and properly labeled using the format: I. Full Name_CV II. Full Name_University Certificate III. Full Name_NYSC Certificate/Letter.
- All required documents must be submitted for an application to be considered complete.
- Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
For application enquiries, please contact: [email protected]
The NHEF Graduate Doctors Program represents a strategic investment in the future of healthcare leadership in Nigeria. Through rigorous selection and immersive training, the Foundation continues its commitment to empowering exceptional professionals to drive meaningful and lasting impact in the healthcare sector.
Apply now and take the next step toward shaping the future of healthcare in Nigeria.