Application Deadline: 12th September, 2025
Grant Pool: ₦20 million
Overview:
The FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program is a nationwide initiative aimed at empowering Nigeria’s most promising agritech startups and SMEs. The program equips ventures to become fundable, scalable, and sustainable, bridging the gap between innovation and investment. Delivered in partnership with Heave Ventures, the program combines capacity building, tailored mentorship, and strategic ecosystem connections.
Whether your venture is tackling food security, agricultural efficiency, or sustainable farming, this accelerator prepares your business to attract investors and expand impact.
Grant Funding: Access a share of the ₦20 million grant pool for the most investment-ready businesses.
Demo Day: Pitch directly to funders, DFIs, and ecosystem partners.
6-Weeks Bootcamp: Hands-on coaching, training, and capital planning.
FCMB Business Support: Weekly mentorship sessions with VCs, bankers, and market experts.
Exclusive E-Learning Platform: Content tailored to building bankable agritech business models.
Media & Brand Visibility: Feature stories, social media amplification, and spotlight in FCMB & Heave Ventures’ investor channels.
Agritech startups or digital SMEs.
Founders actively seeking to raise capital or secure grant funding.
Ventures with strong business models, traction, or revenue.
Teams solving real challenges across the agriculture value chain.
This program is ideal for agritech founders looking to scale their operations, refine their business model, and access funding opportunities.
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