MTN Foundation To Train Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs, Offers N90m for Equipment

MTN Foundation has launched its sixth phase ICT Business Skills Training program, offering young Nigerian entrepreneurs equipment grants worth N90 million. The program, delivered in partnership with Microsoft and Meta, targets business owners aged 18 to 35 in Edo, Ekiti, Kebbi, Niger, and Yobe states.

Microsoft will provide modules on Entrepreneurship in the Digital Age and ICT Business Success, while Meta will train participants on online brand growth through its Boost Small Business program. Since 2018, the initiative has trained entrepreneurs in 16 states with support from partners like Oracle, Google, IBM, and Cisco.

The top 300 participants will receive equipment grants, and all trainees will receive data support. Eligible applicants must be Nigerian citizens aged 18 or older, running a business for at least two years, and residing in one of the selected states.

The program reflects MTN's commitment to equipping young entrepreneurs with digital tools to compete in the Nigerian market. Additionally, Alik.