NNPC / Renaissance JV Enterprise Development Programme 2026
Applications are now open for the — a powerful initiative designed to support young Nigerians in building sustainable businesses.
This programme is powered by Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited in partnership with Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited and other JV partners.
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Programme Objectives
- 📚 Business Skills Training: Learn practical business planning & management
- 💰 Start-up Grants: Funding for top business ideas
- 🤝 Access to Funding: Pitch to investors, NGOs & financial institutions
- 🧑🏫 Mentorship: Guidance from experienced business mentors
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Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
- Be 18–35 years old
- Be an indigene of: Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, Abia, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, or Edo State
- Hold an HND or University Degree
- Have completed NYSC (if applicable)
- Be unemployed
- Have a viable business idea
- Have ≤ 3 years business experience
- Not have benefited from similar programmes before
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Eligible Sectors
- Agriculture
- Clean Energy / Oil & Gas
- ICT & Telecommunications
- Manufacturing
- Retail & Wholesale
- Social Enterprise
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Application Deadline
🗓 June 16, 2026
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Important Notes
- Only online applications are accepted
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
