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Nigeria’s Power Force 2026: 5,000 Smart Meter Installers Wanted!

The Presidential Metering Initiative (PMI) Power Force 2026 is a federal intervention by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to eliminate estimated electricity billing in Nigeria. Aiming to bridge a 7 million metering deficit over the next two years, the fully funded program will train and deploy 5,000 young Nigerian installers. Instruction is provided by NAPTIN with official certification from NEMSA, unlocking sustainable income paths for youth aged 18–35.

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Editorial Team
Jul 06, 2026
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Nigeria’s Power Force 2026: 5,000 Smart Meter Installers Wanted!

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration is accelerating efforts to eliminate estimated billing across Nigeria. To bridge the massive 7 million metering gap over the next two years, the government is launching the Presidential Metering Initiative – Meter Installer Training Programme (Power Force) to train and deploy 5,000 new certified installers.

Trainees will receive technical instruction from the National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) and professional certification from the Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA).

Why Apply?

  • Technical Mastery: Gain specialized skills to install smart electricity meters nationwide.
  • Financial Independence: Unlock a reliable, sustainable income stream by joining the national installer pool.
  • National Impact: Play a direct role in upgrading Nigeria's power sector infrastructure.
  • Zero Experience Required: Full technical training is provided from scratch.

Application Requirements

To qualify for this fully-funded training cohort, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Requirement & Specification

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  • Nationality & Age:
  • Nigerian citizen, aged 18 to 35 years old
  • Education:
  • Science background with a minimum of SSCE (or equivalent)
  • Eligibility Pool:
  • Open to the public, NYSC members, and students of Technical/Vocational institutions
  • Identity Verification:
  • Must provide a valid, accurate NIN (errors result in automatic disqualification)
  • Fitness:
  • Must be physically and mentally fit for field tasks
  • Commitment:
  • Eager to learn and build a career within the power sector

Important Note: Only one application per person is permitted. Submitting multiple entries will lead to immediate disqualification.

Key Information & Next Steps

  • Application Deadline: July 18, 2026
  • How to Register: Secure your spot and submit your details by visiting the official page:

https://pmi.naptin.gov.ng/#home


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