For opportunity as at break, onlinenewshub correspondence brings to rhe notice of our near esteem reader and concern individual on Applications that has now open for the Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP 8.0) organised by the Ilorin Innovation Hub in partnership with the Development Bank of Nigeria.
The programme is designed to support Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises across Nigeria with training, mentorship, and access to funding opportunities.
The initiative provides entrepreneurs with the opportunity to benefit from a combined ₦100 million grant fund and ₦50 million in cash prizes and incentives aimed at strengthening businesses and supporting their growth. Selected participants will also have the chance to receive up to ₦3,000,000 to invest directly into their businesses.
Why This Matters
We are able to concluded thought our research that when Many entrepreneurs struggle to scale their businesses due to limited access to training, mentorship, and funding. This Entrepreneurship Training Programme is designed to address these challenges by equipping business owners with practical knowledge and resources needed to grow sustainable enterprises.
Through structured learning and expert guidance, participants will gain deeper insights into business management, innovation, financial planning, and strategies for scaling their ventures.
Eligibility Requirements is Here 👇👇👇
- The programme is open to entrepreneurs and MSME owners across different sectors in Nigeria who are interested in improving their business capacity and accessing funding opportunities.
- Applicants should have an operational business and be willing to fully participate in the training sessions.
Benefits
Participants selected for the programme will gain access to eleven structured entrepreneurship courses designed to strengthen business skills and operational efficiency.
The programme also includes in-person training opportunities where entrepreneurs will engage with industry experts and mentors.
In addition, participants will have access to the BizAid pitching stage, where selected entrepreneurs can present their businesses for funding consideration.
Successful applicants may receive financial support of up to ₦3,000,000 from the programme’s funding pool. Participants will also benefit from networking opportunities and exposure to a wider entrepreneurial ecosystem.
How to Apply
Interested entrepreneurs can submit their applications through the official portal:👇👇👇