Five entrepreneurs. ₦20 million in grants. One unforgettable opportunity.
Applications are now officially open for the SMEDAN Pitch Competition – National MSME Conference Edition.
This year, we will be awarding a total of ₦20 million in grants to five outstanding entrepreneurs.
This is your chance to pitch your business to a national audience that includes some of Nigeria’s most innovative minds.
PRIZES
– Win up to ₦20 million in total grant prizes
– All-expense-paid trip to Lagos State for the 10 shortlisted businesses to pitch live during the National MSME Conference
ELIGIBILITY
Open to all Nigerian entrepreneurs, regardless of state of residence.
HOW TO APPLY
– Visit: https://smedan.gov.ng/msmeconference/
– Scroll to the Pitch Competition section and click Apply
– Fill out the application form carefully
– Upload a one to two-minute video showcasing:
*A brief introduction of yourself and your business
*Your product or service and the problem it solves
*How your business reflects this year’s theme, “Building a Future of Innovation, Resilience, and Prosperity”
*Why your business should be shortlisted
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
– Follow and tag @smedangov on all platforms
– Use the hashtags: #SMEDANPitchCompetition #SMEDANGov #MSMEConference25 #GROWNigerian
DEADLINE: October 28th, 2025
This is your opportunity to transform your business and take it to new heights. Apply now!
(REGISTRATION IS FREE)
