Are you passionate about reimagining agriculture and food systems in Nigeria? This is your moment. Bold innovators and forward-thinking agripreneurs now have the chance to access a ₦150 million funding pool to scale solutions that can transform the country’s agriculture sector and make a real impact.
Focus Areas for Innovation
We’re looking for ideas that tackle key challenges in Nigerian agriculture, including:
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Cold chain and storage solutions to reduce post-harvest losses
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Climate-smart and sustainable farming practices
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Smart farming technologies like hydroponics, aeroponics, greenhouses, and precision agriculture
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Waste-to-value and circular economy innovations
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Digital platforms for ag-finance and market linkage
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Farm equipment design and local fabrication
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Innovative product development
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Any breakthrough solution improving efficiency, sustainability, or access in agriculture
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Businesses must be at least 1 year old with evidence of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or verifiable sales
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Founders should be aged 18–40 years
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Open to startups, innovators, and teams working in agribusiness or food systems
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Must be based in Lagos or have a project impacting Lagos agrifood systems
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Must be registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) and Lagos State Residents Registration Agency (LASSRA)
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Solutions must address a critical challenge in agriculture or food systems
Registration and Submission
Applications open on 23rd August 2025 and close on 8th September 2025.
All applicants are strongly advised to carefully review eligibility criteria, submission requirements, and guidelines before applying.
Ensure your form is accurately completed and all required documents are attached.
Incomplete or non-compliant submissions will not be considered.
How Your Idea Will Be Evaluated
Submissions will be judged on:
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Innovation: Creativity and uniqueness of the solution
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Feasibility: Practicality in the Nigerian agricultural context
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Scalability: Potential to reach and impact multiple stakeholders
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Supply Chain & Logistics: Solutions for storage, transport, and distribution
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Sustainability: Alignment with eco-friendly agricultural practices
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Market Viability: Clear business model and potential for growth
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Presentation: Clarity, confidence, and effective communication
Video Pitch and Pitch Deck Guidelines
Applicants must submit a Video Pitch and a Pitch Deck that clearly reflect their expertise and solution.
Make sure both materials are prepared in the right format, accessible, and aligned with the evaluation criteria.
Don’t Miss the Deadline
Make sure your application is complete and submitted by 8th September 2025 to be considered for this opportunity.
This is your chance to drive innovation in Nigeria’s agriculture sector and scale your impact.
