Meet the CEOs Grant

Applicant Requirement Guide

Our Mission

The Skyewise Empowerment and Advancement Foundation (SEAF) is delighted to invite young innovators, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to apply for the Skyewise Foundation Entrepreneurship Grant, a key feature of the Meet the CEOs 5.0 Conference. This grant seeks to empower early-stage startups that combine innovation, impact, and sustainability to solve Nigeria’s most pressing challenges across agriculture, education, healthcare, and open innovation.

Judgement Criterion

Criterion Description Points
Innovation Uniqueness and creativity in solving a clearly defined problem. 0–100
Impact

Social, economic, or environmental benefit demonstrated or expected.

 0–100
Scalability

Capacity to grow sustainably across markets or regions.

 0–100
Sustainability

Feasibility of long-term operations and funding.

 0–100
Leadership & Inclusion Integrity, diversity, and commitment of the founding team. 0–100

 

Application and Selection Process

Step 1

Online Application

Complete the Skyewise Grant Application Form on the Foundation’s website. Applications close on 14th November 2025.

Step 2

Boardroom Pitch

Shortlisted applicants will pitch before a panel of judges at Skyewise Group Headquarters, Maitama, Abuja on 18th November 2025. Each pitch will consist of a 10-minute presentation followed by a 5-minute Q&A session.

Step 3

Winner Announcement

Grant recipients will be announced at the closing session of Meet the CEOs 5.0 on 29th November 2025.

Thematic Focus Areas

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Agriculture Value Chain & Food Security (AgriTech):

Empowering farmers and agripreneurs through technology to enhance productivity, logistics, and sustainability.

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Education & Digital Learning (EdTech):

Promoting inclusive, accessible, and tech-driven learning for all.

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Healthcare & Wellness (HealthTech):

Using innovation to make healthcare accessible, affordable, and efficient.

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Open Innovation & Emerging Impact Ventures:

Supporting creative, cross-sector ideas that redefine impact and inclusion.

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

Eligibility Requirements

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Be an early-stage startup with at least 6 months of operations.

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Possess a CAC registration certificate.

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Submit valid identification of Founder/CEO.

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Provide 3–6 months of financial records or bank statements.

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Present a well-structured business plan detailing the problem, solution, market opportunity, and growth model.

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Include a personal statement highlighting the founder’s motivation and long-term vision.

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Important Notices

  • Applicants who miss their scheduled time for the boardroom pitch will automatically forfeit their position as a finalist.
  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
  • All submitted materials must be original and verifiable.
  • The decision of the judging panel is final.

Encouragement from the Founder

“The future of Nigeria and Africa is entrepreneurship.  At Skyewise Foundation, we believe in nurturing dreams that redefine what is possible. The Meet the CEOs Grant is not just funding, it’s a launchpad for visionaries ready to build a better future for Nigeria and businesses that will stand the test of time.”