Grant Pool: N90,000,000 in business equipment support
Application Deadline: Ongoing
Overview:
The MTN ICT and Business Skills Training is a youth development initiative designed to equip young entrepreneurs (18–35 years) with tech-enabled skills to keep their businesses competitive and relevant. This is a 5-week online program featuring masterclasses from industry leaders and hands-on mentorship opportunities.
Business Equipment Grant: Top 300 participants receive support from a ₦90 million equipment pool.
Free Training: Learn ICT and business skills directly from experts.
Data Support: Participants receive free data for seamless learning.
Mentorship Opportunities: Access guidance from industry professionals and partners.
Skill Development:
Microsoft: Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age, ICT for Business Success, Generative AI skills.
Meta: Skills to build brands and grow businesses online via Meta Boost for Small Business.
Age: 18–35 years at the time of application.
Location: Must reside in Edo, Niger, Kebbi, Yobe, Ebonyi, or Ekiti.
Business: Must own a small business operating for less than 2 years.
Microsoft
Meta
Oracle, KPMG, IBM, Digital Bridge Institute, CISCO, Google
This program is ideal for young Nigerian entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses, gain tech skills, and access funding/support to scale their ventures.
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