The Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) is a fully funded fellowship program founded by Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR, former Speaker of the House of Representatives in the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
This prestigious initiative is designed to nurture and empower emerging leaders passionate about public service, governance, policy-making, international relations, diplomacy, and leadership development.
Program Summary
- Host: Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila, CFR
- Category: Training | Fellowships
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: Full Sponsorship
- IELTS Requirement: No IELTS Required
- Deadline: October 14, 2025
Program Details
The Gbajabiamila Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) is dedicated to developing the next generation of visionary leaders who will drive progress and innovation in governance and public administration. The program seeks passionate individuals eager to contribute to public sector leadership, policy drafting, international relations, and national development.
Through the LMI Fellowship, participants will gain firsthand experience in legislative processes, access to mentorship by high-level public officials, and opportunities for policy exposure and leadership training. This initiative is tailored to produce competent, ethical, and impactful leaders capable of transforming governance and public institutions across Nigeria and beyond.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the LMI Fellowship, applicants must:
- Be aspiring legislators or individuals passionate about public sector leadership.
- Be between 18–35 years old.
- Demonstrate a strong desire to enhance leadership and governance skills.
Program Benefits
The Legislative Mentorship Initiative is fully funded and offers participants:
- Hands-on mentorship from seasoned legislative and policy experts.
- Exposure to real-world policy-making and governance experiences.
- Access to networking opportunities with top-tier professionals and public leaders.
- A platform to influence national development and contribute to transformative change.
How to Apply
To apply for the 4th cohort of the Gbajabiamila Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI) Fellowship:
- Visit the application link and fill out the provided Google Form.
- Provide accurate and detailed information to improve your chances of selection.
- Prepare your responses to the following questions, compile them in a Word document, and upload the PDF version to the portal:
- Why are you interested in participating in the LMI Fellowship Programme, and what do you hope to gain from it? (not more than 200 words)
- How have you demonstrated leadership in the past? (not more than 200 words)
- The LMI values equity and inclusion regardless of gender or ability status. What is your stance on equity, and how does it align with LMI’s values? (not more than 150 words)
- Upload a 1-minute video explaining your interest in the program (video size should not exceed 100MB).
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