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Seed Grants & Startup Funding
SME Loans & Intervention Programs
Tech & Creative Accelerators
Women & Youth Entrepreneurship
CleanTech & Circular Economy
1
Tony Elumelu Foundation TEF Entrepreneurship Programme
💰 $5,000 seed capital
Flagship pan-African program with mentorship and networking.
2
BOI Nigeria FGN MSME Intervention Program
💰 Up to ₦5 million loan at 5% interest
Government-backed low-interest loans for growth.
3
Jerry Eze Foundation Business & Entrepreneurship Grant
💰 Up to $300,000
High-value grant for high-impact ventures.
4
REA Cleantech Grants for Nigerian Startups
💰 $20,000
Targets green innovation with substantial funding.
5
DBN Entrepreneurship Training Program
💰 Up to ₦100 million in grants
Combines capacity building with large grant access.
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Funding Trends
Rise of sector-specific grants (cleantech, creative tech) targeting SDGs.
Increased government and bank partnerships offering low-interest loans for MSMEs.
Growing focus on women and youth entrepreneurship with dedicated grants and programs.
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Application Tips
Ensure your business is formally registered and has a clear, concise business plan.
Tailor your application to the funder's focus area (e.g., cleantech, women empowerment).
Prepare financial projections and evidence of impact to strengthen your case.
Nigerian entrepreneurs and SMEs have access to a diverse range of funding opportunities in 2026, from seed grants and low-interest loans to sector-specific accelerators. Key players like the Tony Elumelu Foundation, BOI, and private foundations offer substantial capital, while government programs and international competitions provide additional avenues. To succeed, applicants should focus on formal registration, targeted applications, and demonstrating scalability and impact. The landscape is increasingly supportive of women, youth, and green businesses.
Sources
LSETF
Opportunities for Africans
BOI Nigeria
Google News NG
Tony Elumelu Foundation
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