Federal Government NiYA Startup Pitch 2025 for Nigerian Youths | How to Apply

The Federal Government of Nigeria has opened applications for the NiYA Startup Pitch 2.0, a national initiative designed to empower young innovators, support promising startups, and accelerate homegrown digital solutions that can address Nigeria’s most pressing challenges.

The NiYA Startup Pitch 2025 supports youth-led tech startups through funding, mentorship, capacity building, and visibility. This second edition offers a shared grant pool of up to ₦100,000,000, which will be awarded across selected startups to help them build, scale, and create jobs.

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NiYA Startup Pitch 2025 Summary

Host: Federal Ministry of Youth Development / Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA)
Study Abroad: Study in Africa
Category: Competitions | Training 
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
Reward: Grant Funding (up to ₦100m shared pool) | Mentorship | National Visibility
Deadline: Not Specified

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NiYA Startup Pitch 2025 Details

The NiYA Startup Pitch is an initiative of the Federal Ministry of Youth Development, implemented through the Nigerian Youth Academy (NiYA) to support young entrepreneurs across the country. The programme aims to strengthen Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem by providing youth-led startups with access to funding, skills development, and structured enterprise support.

This initiative is designed to identify promising business ideas and help young founders transform them into scalable, investment-ready ventures. Participants go through an intensive process that includes:

• Training on business development and investor readiness
• Mentorship sessions with experienced entrepreneurs and industry experts
• Pitch presentations to a panel of judges
• Access to the NiYA innovation network for long-term support

The competition accommodates startups from diverse sectors, including tech, agriculture, health, climate, finance, education, and creative industries. NiYA particularly encourages ideas that address national challenges, create employment, and drive socio-economic impact.

Winners and high-performing participants will benefit from the programme’s funding pool of up to ₦100 million and receive support to scale their solutions across Nigeria.

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Eligibility Requirements for NiYA Startup Pitch 2025

To qualify for the NiYA Startup Pitch 2025, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen.
• Be between 18 and 35 years old.
• Apply as a team (minimum of two people — no solo applications).
• Have a startup or early-stage business with a clear value proposition.
• Demonstrate interest or experience in entrepreneurship, innovation, or product development.
• Have a well-prepared pitch deck outlining the problem, solution, business model, and traction.
• Complete the required NiYA community profile
• Be available for pitch sessions, mentorship rounds, or bootcamps.
• Possess strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

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NiYA Startup Pitch 2025 Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• Access to the programme’s funding pool (up to ₦100 million shared across selected startups).
• Mentorship and coaching from experienced entrepreneurs and business experts.
• Enterprise development training including business modelling, financial planning, and pitch development.
• National visibility and networking opportunities with investors and partners.
• Inclusion in the NiYA Innovation Ecosystem, providing long-term business support.
• Recognition from the Federal Ministry of Youth Development for participation.

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Required Documents

• Pitch Deck (7–10 slides)
• Resume (CV) of team members
• Proof of Identity (National ID, Passport, Driver’s License)
• State of Origin
• Business Registration Documents (if available)
• Product demo link or prototype files (if applicable)
• Completion certificate of NiYA-required online modules (if required)
• Contact details of references
• A clear passport photograph

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How to Apply for the NiYA Startup Pitch 2025

1. Visit the official NiYA Startup Pitch page using the button below.
2. Create an account and complete your NiYA profile.
3. Fill out the application form with accurate personal and business details.
4. Upload all required documents, including your pitch deck.
5. Review your application and ensure all sections are complete.
6. Submit the application before the official deadline.
7. Wait for the shortlisting process successful teams will be contacted for mentorship, bootcamps, or pitch sessions.
8. If selected, participate in the pitch competition and follow all programme instructions.

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Deadline

Not Specified
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible and check the official portal regularly for updates.

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