NYFF @ 5 Ecosystem Recognition Awards 2026: Nominate the People and Organisations Powering Youth Leadership in Nigeria

Overview

The Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF) Ecosystem Recognition Awards are part of the NYFF @ 5 National Youth Leadership and Ecosystem Convening. Celebrating five years of supporting youth leadership and civic participation in Nigeria, the awards shine a light on both visible leaders and behind-the-scenes actors who provide resources, mentorship, technology, and advocacy.

The recognition awards feature ten open categories covering various areas of impact:

• Youth Civic Leadership Award
• Community Impact Award
• Advocacy and Accountability Award
• Innovation and Civic Technology Award
• Civic Media and Narrative Award
• Gender Equity and Inclusive Leadership Award
• Disability Inclusion and Civic Leadership Award
• Intergenerational Leadership and Shared Power Award
• Ecosystem Partner of the Year
• NYFF Legacy Award (curated separately and not open for public nomination)

Eligibility

Nominations are open for individuals, youth-led organisations, and institutions whose work has made a demonstrable and evidence-backed contribution to youth leadership, civic participation, innovation, inclusion, or ecosystem-building in Nigeria. Specific criteria apply per category, such as age requirements for youth civic leadership or organisational focus for ecosystem partners.

How to Apply

Nominators should carefully select the category that matches their nominee's contributions and submit an application with supporting evidence through the official nomination portal.

Deadline

The closing date for submitting nominations is 12 October 2026.