INDUSTRIAL TRAINING FUND (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2011
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Policy date: 2011-01-01
An Act amends the Industrial Training Fund to include employers with five or more employees in mandatory training contributions. It targets these employers, the ITF, and employees in training programs. This expands access to skills training and enhances workforce development.
INDUSTRIAL TRAINING FUND (AMENDMENT) ACT, 2011
What Is This Policy?
A 2011 amendment that updated the Industrial Training Fund Act, expanding ITF's coverage to include organisations with a minimum of five employees (down from 25), broadening the scope of mandatory training levy contributions.
Who Does It Target?
Employers with 5 or more employees (expanded from 25) The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) as the administering body Employees benefiting from ITF-funded training programmes Vocational training institutions approved by ITF
What Does It Aim to Achieve?
Widen the ITF's reach by bringing more employers within the mandatory training levy system, generating more resources for industrial and vocational skills training in Nigeria.
Key Features
Expanded Coverage: Reduces the minimum employee threshold for ITF contribution from 25 to 5 employees. Training Levy: Qualifying employers contribute 1% of annual payroll to the ITF. Training Benefits: Contributing employers may recoup up to 50% of their levy through approved training programmes. ITF Powers: Updated ITF's enforcement and compliance powers.
Current Status
Rollout Stage: Active Coverage: Nationwide employers with 5 or more employees Beneficiaries: Workers through skills development; employers through better-trained workforce Funding: 1% employer payroll levy
How to Access
Employers with 5+ employees must register with ITF and remit annual levy Apply for training reimbursement within prescribed period after approved training Access ITF-approved training through ITF area offices Application method: Register with ITF at https://www.itf.gov.ng
Important Terms
Non-payment of ITF levy attracts penalties and interest Levy is calculated on total annual payroll including all emoluments Reimbursement claims must be filed within 12 months of training completion
Official Resources
Website: https://www.itf.gov.ng Contact: Industrial Training Fund (ITF)
Legal Framework
The Industrial Training Fund (Amendment) Act 2011 amended the ITF Act, which is the primary legislation governing workplace skills training in Nigeria. It operates alongside the Industrial Training Fund (Establishment) Act, the Labour Act, and the National TVET Policy. Constitutional authority derives from the Federal Government's power over industrial and commercial matters. The Act aligns with ILO Convention 142 on human resources development and vocational training.