BATN Foundation Grants N25.5m to 17 Agripreneurs

The BATN Foundation has empowered 17 agripreneurs with grants totaling N25.5 million as part of its 2026 Agripreneur Program, which aims to promote youth entrepreneurship in agriculture in Nigeria. Each selected beneficiary received N1.5 million following a series of competitive pitch events held at the University of Ilorin, Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta, and Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike.

The initiative, led by Oludar Odusanya, aims to equip young Nigerians with funding, mentorship, and technical support to transform innovative agricultural ideas into viable businesses. The program has supported a total of 60 agripreneurs since its inception, disbursing N90 million to early-stage agricultural enterprises.

The beneficiaries presented business ideas across various agricultural value chains, including precision crop cultivation, poultry, livestock production, agro-processing, agritech, and beekeeping. The foundation's efforts align with promoting economic diversification and strengthening food systems in Nigeria.