BJUMP Celebrates Five Years, Opens Applications for New Cohort of Corporate Africa Mentorship Programme
BJUMP marked its fifth anniversary with a media and partner luncheon in Lagos.
In Brief
- •BJUMP marked its fifth anniversary with a media and partner luncheon in Lagos.
- •Over five years the initiative reviewed 430+ applications across four cohorts, placed 35+ young professionals, built a community of 180+ members and engaged 60+ mentors.
- •Nigeria’s first career reality show, MET Stars Academy, attracted 5 million viewers and opened applications for Cohort 5 (Oct 15 – Nov 15 2026).
- •BJUMP is a registered non‑profit chaired by Aishah Ahmad and aims to sustain impact beyond its founders.
Why It Matters
BJUMP’s growth illustrates how structured mentorship and industry partnerships can bridge the skills gap in Nigeria’s corporate sector, creating pathways for young professionals in marketing, entertainment and technology. By placing dozens of graduates in their dream jobs and engaging a broad mentor network, the initiative demonstrates a scalable model that could inform similar talent‑development programmes across Africa.
Key Details
- Total Applications Reviewed
- 430+
- Young Professionals Placed
- 35+
- Community Members
- 180+
- Mentors Engaged
- 60+
- MET Stars Academy Viewership
- 5 million
- Cohort 5 Application Window
- Oct 15 – Nov 15 2026
Context & Background
BJUMP is a Nigerian non‑profit career development initiative registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission, focused on building a talent pipeline for corporate Africa through mentorship, learning programmes and real‑world exposure.
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