Nigeria

The MTN Nigeria Foundation has opened applications for Phase 8 of its ICT and Business Skills Training programme — a Female Only Cohort designed for young female micro business owners in Abia, Kwara, Gombe, Rivers, Ogun, and Kano.&#x20;

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This phase will train 3,000 young female entrepreneurs through four weeks of blended learning, one week of masterclasses from seasoned entrepreneurs, and a capstone project challenge. The top 100 participants are eligible for equipment **grants of ₦1,000,000** each, drawn from a ₦100 million fund. Since 2018, this initiative has empowered over 15,000 entrepreneurs across 29 states and the FCT.&#x20;

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👉 Apply: Click 'Go to Opportunity' to submit your application before **11 October 2026**.

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### What You'll Do

* Complete self-paced online learning modules on ICT and business skills
* Attend instructor-led training sessions as part of the blended learning format
* Participate in masterclasses led by seasoned entrepreneurs
* Work on a capstone project challenge to apply what you've learned
* Attend the closing ceremony to mark the end of the programme
* Apply new digital and business skills directly to your micro business

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### What You'll Gain

* Free, structured training in ICT and business skills
* Mentorship and masterclasses from experienced entrepreneurs
* A chance to win one of 100 equipment grants worth ₦1,000,000 each
* A certificate of completion from a recognised national programme
* Membership in a growing network of MTN-trained young entrepreneurs
* Practical tools to grow and digitise your existing business

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### Who Should Apply

* Nigerian women aged 18 to 35
* Applicants who own and run a micro business that is no more than two years old
* Business must be located in Abia, Kwara, Gombe, Rivers, Ogun, or Kano State
* Applicants ready to commit to the full training schedule, including masterclasses and the capstone project
* Female micro entrepreneurs seeking to build digital skills to grow their business

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**⚠️ Important Application Information**

* Format: Blended learning — self-paced online modules plus instructor-led sessions
* Duration: 4 weeks of core training, plus 1 week of masterclasses, ending in a capstone project and closing ceremony
* Location: Open to applicants with businesses in Abia, Kwara, Gombe, Rivers, Ogun, or Kano State (training delivered online/blended)
* Only the top 100 performers are eligible for the **₦1,000,000** equipment grant — grant is competitive, not guaranteed
* Application is free — apply directly via the official MTN Foundation link

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**Skills You'll Develop**

* Digital and ICT literacy for business
* Business planning and management
* Financial and operational record-keeping
* Marketing and customer engagement
* Problem-solving and business growth strategy
* Confidence in pitching and presenting business ideas
* Practical technology adoption for micro businesses

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**Deadline:** 11 October 2026.

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Free ICT & business skills training for young female micro entrepreneurs in 6 states — top 100 performers win ₦1,000,000 equipment grants. Deadline: 1

MTN ICT & Business Skills Training for Young Female Entrepreneurs