Applications are now open for the 2026 FSDH Female Founders Growth Programme, a structured investment readiness programme created to help ambitious women-led businesses prepare for growth and funding opportunities. The programme is powered by FSDH Merchant Bank, Africa Guarantee Fund, and WEAV Capital, with a focus on helping female entrepreneurs strengthen their businesses, improve investor…
SMEDAN Small Business Spotlight Program for Nigerian entrepreneurs is currently receiving application. The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) has officially opened applications for its Small Business Spotlight Program, creating another opportunity for Nigerian entrepreneurs to showcase their businesses and reach wider audiences. Running a business goes beyond selling products or services….
Applications have officially commenced for the Heirs Insurance Teachers’ Insurance Awareness Prize 2026, a special initiative designed to recognize teachers who are actively promoting insurance education and financial literacy within schools and communities. Teachers play a significant role in shaping knowledge beyond traditional classroom subjects. Through this programme, Heirs Insurance aims to encourage educators who…
Applications are now open for the 2026 VENTARA Digital Venture Fellowship, a founder-focused entrepreneurship programme designed to support resilient, ethical, and digitally driven startups across Africa. The fellowship is an initiative by SKSEED in partnership with NACCIMA aimed at helping ambitious entrepreneurs strengthen business execution, improve leadership capacity, and scale innovative ventures using digital tools…
Applications are officially open for the 2026 SouthEast Business Growth Fund organised by the Ike-Elechi Ogba Foundation, an entrepreneurship support initiative designed to empower young business owners across Southeast Nigeria. The programme aims to support promising entrepreneurs with funding, business development training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and increased visibility to help their businesses scale sustainably. According…
Application for ALAT Campus Ambassador Program 2026 for Nigerian Students now open to all interested and qualified Nigerian students. ALAT by Wema has officially opened applications for the 2026 Campus Ambassador Program, giving students across Nigerian tertiary institutions an opportunity to gain leadership experience, financial rewards, networking exposure, and internship opportunities. The programme is designed…
OPay has officially opened applications for the 2026 OPay Innovation Challenge, a nationwide technology and innovation competition designed to empower Nigerian undergraduates with funding, mentorship, scholarships, and career opportunities. The initiative forms part of OPay’s broader ₦1.2 billion scholarship and youth empowerment commitment focused on supporting the next generation of African innovators, problem-solvers, and technology…
The MTN Foundation has officially launched the 2026 edition of its “What Can We Do Together” (WCWDT) initiative, inviting Nigerians to nominate communities and schools that require urgent support in healthcare and education infrastructure. The programme is one of MTN Foundation’s major social intervention projects aimed at improving living standards across Nigeria through community-driven development….
Applications are now open for the iHatch Startup Incubation Program 2026, a major innovation initiative designed to support startups and strengthen innovation hubs across all 36 states of Nigeria and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The programme is regarded as Nigeria’s first truly nationwide incubation initiative, adopting a decentralised, hub-first approach that focuses not only…
The Federal Government of Nigeria has launched a nationwide upskilling initiative aimed at training 10 million Nigerians in financial literacy and income-generating skills. This programme, led by the Presidential Committee on Economic and Financial Inclusion under the Office of the Vice President, is designed to empower individuals with practical knowledge for employment, entrepreneurship, and financial…
FCMB MFB Business Acceleration Program 2026 applications are now open to all small business owners across Nigeria offering valuable opportunity to strengthen and scale their businesses. The programme is designed to support Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with practical business training, access to affordable financing, and grant opportunities aimed at improving sustainability and growth….
The Federal Government of Nigeria has officially opened applications for the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (FG GEEP Loan). This is a nationwide loan scheme created to support small businesses, traders, artisans, and farmers across the country. The FG GEEP Loan programme is implemented under the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) and provides zero-interest…
Women farmers across Northern Nigeria now have an opportunity to strengthen their agricultural businesses through the Shecluded NomaMata Program. This initiative is designed to equip women with practical skills, financial support, and market access needed to build sustainable and profitable agribusiness ventures. Launched under the theme “Empower Her Farm, Empower the North,” the programme focuses…
Pastor Poju Oyemade has announced a ₦150 million grant aimed at supporting existing Nigerian startups and small businesses. The initiative is part of the upcoming Platform Nigeria event and is designed to provide financial relief and growth support to entrepreneurs navigating today’s challenging economic environment. Beyond funding, the programme also creates a space for learning,…
The FarmFixers Young Women Empowerment Programme 2026 is now open for applications, offering young Nigerian women a practical pathway into agriculture. This initiative is designed to help participants move beyond theory by engaging directly in cassava farming, one of Nigeria’s most reliable and profitable crops. The programme combines hands-on training with real farming opportunities, allowing…
Applications are now open for the Providus Bank SME Programme 2026, delivered in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC). This programme is designed to help established Nigerian businesses scale sustainably, improve operations, and increase profitability through structured training and strategic support. Participants will gain practical knowledge in leadership, business growth strategies, and market positioning,…
Applications are now open for the Green Youth Upskilling Programme (GYUP) Cohort II, an initiative by the Oando Foundation aimed at equipping young Nigerians with practical, future-ready skills for the growing green economy. Following the success of Cohort I, which trained and positioned participants for real opportunities, the programme is expanding to train 50 additional…
Applications are now open for the She Code Africa Laptop Scholarship 2026, a fully funded initiative designed to support women and girls in Nigeria who are passionate about building careers in technology but lack access to a personal laptop. This programme, powered by She Code Africa in partnership with HP, aims to remove one of…
The application portal for the Federal Government TVET Initiative 2026 programme is accepting application. The Federal Ministry of Education has launched the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Initiative, a nationwide programme focused on equipping young Nigerians with practical, job-ready skills. This initiative is designed to reduce unemployment by preparing participants for both employment…
Applications are now open for UpGreyedHer 2026, a funding initiative by Grey focused on empowering women entrepreneurs with the resources they need to grow and compete at higher levels. This programme is built to support women who already have running businesses and are ready to scale to the next stage. SEE ALSO: iDICE Founders Lab…
The BeautyHutAfrica Women’s Grant 2026 is now open, offering female entrepreneurs across Africa a real opportunity to access funding and structured business support. This initiative is not just about giving money. It’s about helping women build strong, scalable, and sustainable businesses. SEE ALSO: BOI–MTN Foundation Yellopreneur Program 2026 (N1 Billion Grant for Women Entrepreneurs) What…
Applications are now open for the Youth Empowerment Fund (YEF), an initiative designed to support youth-led projects that create positive change in communities. The programme provides both financial support and capacity-building opportunities for young people working on ideas that contribute to sustainable development. The Youth Empowerment Fund is a partnership between the European Union and…
Applications are now open for the Saro Youthpreneurship Initiative Programme. This is an empowerment programme designed to support young Nigerians who are passionate about agriculture and entrepreneurship. The initiative aims to develop ambitious youths into successful agribusiness owners by providing them with practical training and business development support. The programme focuses on equipping participants with…
The Federal Government has highlighted several ongoing women empowerment programmes designed to support women across Nigeria through business development, agriculture, energy access, mobility support, and financing opportunities. The initiatives were announced by the Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Hajiya Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, during activities marking the 2026 International Women’s Day and the pre-Commission on…
FirstBank, in partnership with the Federal Government-backed Ministry of Finance Incorporated Real Estate Investment Fund (MREIF), has launched a ₦1 trillion mortgage financing scheme aimed at making home ownership more accessible for Nigerians. The initiative seeks to address the country’s housing finance gap by providing long-term mortgage options at more affordable interest rates. The programme…
