The Fembol Student Innovation Grant (SIG) is an annual student innovation competition and funding program by Fembol Group, designed to identify, support, and fund innovative student-led solutions across Nigeria. SIG 2.0 is built for undergraduate students and student teams who want to solve real problems in their communities and build sustainable, youth-led businesses.\n<\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re at the idea stage or already running an early solution, this student entrepreneurship grant gives you the funding, training, and mentorship to take your innovation further.\n<\/p>\n
WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE<\/p>\n
Grant Funding\n<\/p>\n
\u00a0Cash Prizes up to \u20a62.5 Million<\/p>\n
Winner: \u20a62,500,000
\nFirst Runner-Up: \u20a61,500,000
\nSecond Runner-Up: \u20a61,000,000
\nConsolation Prizes (7 Finalists): \u20a61,400,000 shared<\/p>\n
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Free Training & Mentorship<\/p>\n
All semi-finalists get access to a 2-day virtual Innovation and Entrepreneurship Bootcamp covering business planning, marketing, fundraising, legal frameworks, and leadership \u2014 plus a dedicated mentor for one-on-one guidance ahead of the final pitch.\n<\/p>\n
Business Growth Support<\/p>\n
The top three winners receive free legal\/CAC registration, business setup support, and advisory services for up to three months after the event \u2014 real help turning your idea into a running business.<\/p>\n
A Stage to Shine<\/p>\n
Present your idea at the Fembol Student Innovation Conference in Lagos \u2014 a full-day event with 250+ attendees, live-streamed nationwide, featuring industry leaders, investors, and media coverage.\n<\/p>\n
Ongoing Support<\/p>\n
Grant monitoring and the possibility of further funding from Fembol Group and its partner network for standout innovations.\n<\/p>\n
HOW IT WORKS (Program Journey)<\/p>\n
Step 1 \u2014 Apply Online Submit your application between July 22 \u2013 August 21st, 2026.\n<\/p>\n
Step 2 \u2014 Get Reviewed Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Semi-finalists are selected and notified in September.\n<\/p>\n
Step 3 \u2014 Bootcamp Join the free 2-day virtual Innovation & Entrepreneurship Bootcamp to sharpen your business plan and pitch.\u00a0 September 25 \u2013 27<\/p>\n
Step 4 \u2014 Become a Finalist Top teams are selected as finalists by September 30.\n<\/p>\n
Step 5 \u2014 Pitch & Win Present your solution to expert judges and a live audience for a shot at the top cash prizes on October 17.\n<\/p>\n
Step 6 \u2014 Get Funded & Grow Winners receive their grant, business registration support, and up to 3 months of advisory services.\n<\/p>\n