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The Athena–Anchoria Junior Fellows Programme is a six-month, selective fellowship designed to develop Nigeria’s next generation of public thinkers. Hosted by the Athena Centre for Policy and Leadership, the programme combines rigorous policy training, applied research, writing practice, and structured mentorship.
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Athena–Anchoria Junior Fellows Programme
The Athena–Anchoria Junior Fellows Programme is a selective, research-embedded fellowship that develops young Nigerians in policy analysis, public writing, and financial literacy.
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