WAWU Africa has announced a new business support programme that will provide ₦250,000 startup grants to 20 Nigerian entrepreneurs in June 2026.
The initiative is aimed at helping small businesses grow while encouraging entrepreneurship and skills development across Nigeria.
According to the organisation, the programme is designed for people who are serious about building sustainable businesses and willing to complete training, gain certification, and prepare proper business plans before seeking funding support.
WAWU Africa stressed that the programme is not based on political connections or personal influence. Instead, applicants will be assessed based on their level of preparation, business readiness, commitment to learning, and ability to build businesses that can create long-term impact.
To qualify for the ₦250,000 grant, applicants must complete a Diploma Training in Business or Entrepreneurship offered through the WAWU Africa and Alison learning platform. Participants are also required to obtain certification after finishing the course.
In addition, applicants must own a registered business, prepare and submit a business plan, join the organisation’s WhatsApp community, and maintain an account with one of the programme’s partner banks before they can be considered for funding.
The application portal is expected to open on May 30, 2026, giving interested entrepreneurs time to complete the required training and organise their business documents.
WAWU Africa said the initiative forms part of its wider mission of building Africa’s largest skilled workforce by supporting Nigerians who are ready to learn, prepare, and grow businesses despite current economic challenges.
“This is not about connections or politics. It is about preparation, learning, vision, and readiness to build,” the organisation stated.
The programme reflects the growing focus on entrepreneurship development and small business support in Nigeria, especially as many young people turn to business ownership and digital skills as alternative paths to economic opportunity.
