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Seed Grants
SME Loans
Women Entrepreneurs
Tech Accelerator
Business Growth Grants
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
Government-backed low-interest loans to support small businesses.
3
Jerry Eze Foundation Business & Entrepreneurship Grant Program 2026
💰 Up to $300,000
High-value grant opportunity for scaling businesses.
4
DBN Entrepreneurship Training Program 2026 for MSMEs
💰 Up to ₦100 million in grants
Combines training with access to substantial grant funding.
5
Bloom Grant 2026 for Women Entrepreneurs in Nigeria
💰 Up to $1,000
Targeted support for women-led businesses with no equity dilution.
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Funding Trends
Increased focus on women and youth entrepreneurship with dedicated grants and programs.
Rise of cleantech and sustainability grants, e.g., REA $20,000 Cleantech Grants.
Growing number of high-value grants (₦100M+) from private foundations and government.
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Application Tips
Tailor your application to the funder's mission: highlight impact, scalability, and alignment with their goals.
Prepare a clear, concise business plan with financial projections and a defined use of funds.
Apply early and follow instructions precisely; incomplete applications are often rejected.
Nigerian entrepreneurs have access to a diverse range of funding opportunities in 2026, from seed grants and SME loans to high-value business growth grants. Key sources include the Tony Elumelu Foundation, BOI, and private foundations like Jerry Eze Foundation, with amounts ranging from $1,000 to ₦100 million. Women-focused and cleantech grants are emerging trends, while government programs offer low-interest loans. To succeed, applicants should align their proposals with funder priorities, submit complete applications early, and leverage training programs to strengthen their bids.
Sources
LSETF
BOI Nigeria
Tony Elumelu Foundation
Opportunities for Africans
Google News NG
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