Deadline: August 31, 2025
Applications are open for the Regis Ohia Foundation Entrepreneurship Grant 2025. At the Regis Ohia Foundation, they believe that great ideas should never be held back by a lack of resources. The Entrepreneurship Grant is designed to fuel the dreams of bold Nigerian entrepreneurs in Agribusiness, Healthcare, Education, and Recycling — those who are not only building businesses but creating solutions that make a lasting difference.
This grant is more than just money — it’s a platform to grow. Selected applicants will join the 4-week virtual Accelerator Program in September 2025, gain mentorship from seasoned business leaders, network with fellow entrepreneurs, and present their ideas at a live pitch event in Lekki, Lagos. Winners will also enjoy media spotlight opportunities to help their ventures gain visibility.
Benefits
- This year, they are offering a total of ₦5,000,000 in funding to three outstanding entrepreneurs:
- 1st Place: ₦2,500,000
- 2nd Place: ₦1,500,000
- 3rd Place: ₦1,000,000
- Tailored business knowledge through Accelerator Program
- Mentorship from seasoned business leaders
- Peer networking and support
- Media spotlight opportunities
- Certificates of Participation for all participants
Eligibility
- Business must be operating in the following industry – Agribusiness, Healthcare, Education and Recycling;
- Nigerian citizen, aged 18-40;
- Founder of a legally registered business in Nigeria (CAC certificate required);
- Active business with a clear growth or impact goal;
- Business must be within 1 and 4 years old;
- Available to attend all virtual sessions;
- You must be following ALL the Foundation’s social media pages.
Application
- Stage 1: Send in your applications with required details before deadline of 31st August 2025.
- Stage 2: Top 50 applicants will be selected for the virtual Accelerator Program to kick off by first week of September 2025.
- Stage 3: Applicants who completed the Accelerator Program at 100% will be invited to a physical pitch in Lekki, Lagos by October.
- Stage 4: Winners for the grant will be announced on the 8th of November at Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos.
For more information, visit Regis Ohia Foundation Entrepreneurship Grant.
