| By: Francis Onyemachi
The Federal Government on Tuesday unveiled a new consumer credit initiative aimed at helping Nigerians acquire laptops, internet-enabled devices and other digital tools through affordable financing.
The programme, known as the Credit for Laptops, Internet, Connectivity and Knowledge Digital Devices (C.L.I.C.K.D.), is being implemented by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy.
It was unveiled in Abuja by the Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, alongside CREDICORP’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Uzoma Nwagba.
According to the minister, the initiative is designed to help Nigerians own digital devices through structured repayment plans instead of paying the full cost upfront. The scheme will begin with locally assembled laptops as CREDICORP prioritises local manufacturing.
Here Are the Steps to Apply
Visit the website
Go to the website, the official C.L.I.C.K.D. landing page, and click “I’m Interested” to access the application form.
Fill in your details
Provide the required information, including your state of residence, by selecting from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Employment status
Select the option that best describes you:
- Employed (Salary Earner)
- Freelancer/Self-Employed
- Business Owner
- Student
- Job Seeker
- NYSC Member
Monthly income
Applicants can indicate their monthly income, ranging from below ₦100,000 to above ₦1,000,000. This field is optional.
Digital talent programme
Indicate whether you are part of any recognised digital skills programme, including:
- 3MTT
- Andela Learning Community
- Learn2Earn
- ALX
- HNG Internship
- AltSchool Africa
- Genesys Tech Hub
- Other
Select the device you need
Choose the type of device you want, such as:
- Laptop
- Smartphone
- Tablet
- Other
Reason for the device
Applicants can select one or more reasons, including:
- Learning and certifications
- Work or remote work
- Freelancing
- Business growth
- School
- Software development
- Content creation
- Other
How you heard about C.L.I.C.K.D.
Choose one of the available options, including:
- 3MTT
- Social media
- Friends or family
- School
- Employer
- Google Search
- Other
Confirmation and consent
Before submitting the application, applicants must tick three boxes to:
- Confirm that the information provided is accurate.
- Agree to be contacted regarding their application.
- Consent to CREDICORP and its partners using their information to assess their eligibility.
Submit your application
After completing all the required sections, submit the application for review.
Speaking at the launch, Tijani said affordable consumer credit would enable individuals and businesses to acquire productive assets, improve their livelihoods and contribute meaningfully to national development.
