The Biodun & Ibikunle Foundation is delighted to announce the official launch of the Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Incubation Programme (UEIP 2024) designed specifically for undergraduate students enrolled in Nigerian public tertiary institutions. The primary objective of this programme is to provide young entrepreneurs with the essential skills and assistance needed to cultivate and grow their businesses.
The UEIP 2024 offers an array of benefits tailored for undergraduate students who possess a strong passion for entrepreneurship and have already taken the bold step of initiating their own business ventures while pursuing their academic studies. These benefits include participation in an intensive 8-week incubation programme focused on honing entrepreneurial skills, a 4-month mentoring programme, and the opportunity to compete for asset grants of up to N500,000 to further develop their businesses.
In order to qualify for this programme, applicants must be registered undergraduate students of Nigerian public tertiary institutions, and their businesses must be formally registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC). Furthermore, the businesses must have been in operation for a minimum of 6 months, maintain a business account, possess a 1-year business plan, and have a verifiable business address.
The application process for the UEIP 2024 entails creating a 1-minute video pitch detailing why the applicant should be considered for the programme. Subsequently, this video pitch should be uploaded to the applicant’s business Instagram handle and tagged @biodunandibikunle. Upon completion of this step, applicants are required to visit altfinance.tech, establish an account, and complete the application form under the “Apply for Grant” menu. The link to the Instagram video pitch must be included in the appropriate section on the application form.
It is important to note that video pitches meeting the programme’s specifications will be reposted on the foundation’s Instagram and YouTube channel handles for public voting.
This presents an exceptional opportunity for driven, young entrepreneurs to acquire vital skills and support for their business ventures. The Biodun & Ibikunle Foundation is dedicated to fostering the next generation of business leaders by furnishing them with resources and guidance to facilitate their success.
For additional information on the UEIP 2024 and to access the application form, prospective candidates are encouraged to visit the programme’s official website.
In conclusion, the Undergraduate Entrepreneurship Incubation Programme 2024 offers a remarkable opportunity for undergraduate students in Nigeria to receive indispensable support for their entrepreneurial pursuits. With the potential to secure asset grants of up to N500,000 and access to valuable training and mentoring, this programme has the capacity to significantly impact the future of young entrepreneurs in the country.
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