SMEDAN National MSME Conference for Nigerians
SMEDAN National MSME Conference for Nigerians
Are you a Nigerians with business registered (CAC or SMEDAN Number) and looking funding opportunity.if yes, the SMEDAN in partners with german cooperation, european union, Swiss agency and development cooperation (SDC) and the giz opens its 2025 National MSME Conference for business owned to participate in the upcoming competition.
Championing the Future of Nigerian MSMEs
From November 16 to November 18, 2025, GROW Nigerian will bring together industry leaders, government officials, and small business owners to discuss MSME development strategies.
The conference will focus on leveraging new technologies to enhance the competitiveness and resilience of Nigerian businesses, and promote economic growth and job creation across the country.
Five (5) visionary entrepreneurs will each have the chance to receive up to ₦20,000,000 (Twenty Million Naira) in total grant support a life-changing opportunity to grow, expand, and showcase their businesses on a national stage.
We appreciate all business owners who have shown interest and submitted their entries. This year, the SMEDAN Pitch Competition is back bigger, better, and stronger than ever!
Why Attend National MSME Conference 2025?
1. Access Growth Opportunities
Access funding support to a Pitch Competition offering range from ₦1,000,000M to₦30,000,000M in funding, each session is designed to open the doors to your business.
2. Experience the Movement
Explore MSME exhibitions, career fairs, and innovation workshops, as well as special summits on digital transformation, green entrepreneurship, and women in industry – all part of the GROW Nigerian 2025 mission and vision is to build an innovative, resilient future.
3. Learn from the Best
Hear from leading voices in government, finance, and industry as they present and discuss trends and benefits on MSME numbers, digital transformation, the future of life in Nigeria, and more.
4. Build Meaningful Connections
Participate in networking sessions, breakout rooms, and roundtable discussions designed to connect MSMEs with investors, buyers, partners, and even potential hires. Last year, over 2,000 entrepreneurs attended, and this year promises to be even bigger.
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National MSME Conference Prizes Award
1. First prize: N10,000,000
2. Second prize: N5,000,000
4. Third prize: N3,000,000
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National MSME Conference Method of Application
Interested and qualified entrepreneurs should visit the official SMEDAN website to complete the application form online: Carefully fill out all required details in the application form.
Important Note:
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted through their registered emails and phone numbers for further instructions regarding the live pitch event at the Federal Palace.
Finalists will be announced on November 11, 2025, ahead of the live competition to be held at the Federal Palace, where new and innovative ideas will be showcased to the public.
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