{
  "id": 6432523,
  "title": "How to apply for FG’s free solar installation training",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/how-to-apply-for-fgs-free-solar-installation-training",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-09T15:32:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-fgs-free-solar-installation-training/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Federal Government, in partnership with Siemens Energy and the German development agency GIZ, has opened applications for a free Solar Photovoltaic Installation Training program. This training, part of Siemens Energy's Education and Development project (SEED), is supported by the Nigerian Energy Support Programme, a technical assistance initiative co-funded by the European Union and Germany, and implemented by GIZ. According to an announcement on the FGN Power Company's social media, the training will include theoretical instruction, practical hands-on sessions, technical site visits, and competency assessments. Successful participants will receive COREN certification. The program is open to professionals with practical experience, those without formal education, recent graduates with relevant qualifications, young professionals in the renewable energy sector, and anyone passionate about clean energy. Applicants must be available for a three-week, in-person training starting in September 2026. To apply, interested individuals must complete an online Expression of Interest form by September 18, 2026, at 4pm. Applicants must provide their full name, gender, phone number, email address, preferred training location, and details about their educational and professional background. Those with formal education should upload their latest CV and degree certificates or relevant qualifications. The training will be conducted at centers in Lagos and Abeokuta, Ogun State, with each stream lasting three weeks. Meals will be provided during training days, but accommodation and transportation are not included. Interested candidates can apply at https://t.co/DW2bdqQZYH.",
  "summary": "Apply for the free FG solar training in collaboration with Siemens. Get hands-on experience and COREN certification. Open to graduates and technicians. Read More: https://punchng.com/how-to-apply-for-fgs-free-solar-installation-training/",
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        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "How to apply for FG’s free solar installation training",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/how-to-apply-for-fgs-free-solar-installation-training-6433882",
        "published": "2026-09-09T15:52:21.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}