FG Opens Portal for Nigerians to Apply for Laptops, Smartphones, and Tablets on Credit
By Aboki Forex —
The federal government has officially opened the application portal for Nigerians seeking affordable financing to buy laptops, smartphones, tablets, and other digital devices under the C.L.I.C.K.D. Programme. The initiative, managed by the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation (CREDICORP), is now accepting applications from salary earners, students, freelancers, and NYSC members.
Applicants must complete an 8-step registration form and submit three consent confirmations before their eligibility can be assessed. The programme is designed to improve access to digital devices by providing consumer credit to eligible Nigerians.
How to Apply for the C.L.I.C.K.D. Programme
To begin, applicants should visit the official C.L.I.C.K.D. website at credicorp.ng/clickd and click the 'I'm Interested' button. The first step requires applicants to fill in personal details including their state of residence (all 36 states and the FCT are available) and employment status, which can be Salary Earner, Freelancer/Self-Employed, Business Owner, Student, Job Seeker, or NYSC Member.
Applicants may optionally disclose their monthly income, ranging from below N100,000 to above N1 million. Those enrolled in digital talent programmes should indicate their participation by selecting from options including 3MTT, Andela Learning Community, Learn2Earn, ALX, HNG Internship, AltSchool Africa, Genesys Tech Hub, or Other.
Device Selection and Application Submission
Applicants must specify the device they intend to purchase, choosing from Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet, or Other digital devices. They must also state why they need the device, selecting multiple reasons if necessary, including Learning and certifications, Work or remote work, Freelancing, Business growth, School, Software development, Content creation, or Other purposes.
Applicants will also indicate how they learned about C.L.I.C.K.D., selecting from 3MTT, Social media, Friend or family, School, Employer, Google Search, or Other. Before submitting, applicants must tick three consent boxes confirming that the information provided is accurate, that they agree to be contacted regarding their application, and that they consent to CREDICORP and its partners using their information to assess their eligibility.
What This Means for Nigerians
The C.L.I.C.K.D. programme opens a new pathway for Nigerians who need digital devices but lack upfront cash. By providing consumer credit for laptops, smartphones, and tablets, the initiative could help more people access remote work, online learning, and digital skills training. For the naira and consumers, increased access to credit for productive devices may support economic activity, though applicants should carefully review the terms of financing before committing.