SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Program 2026

Published: 14 Jan 2026

Smedan announce that registration for the GROWHer Accelerator Program second cohort is now open!

GrowHer is designed for women entrepreneurs who already run registered and operational businesses and are ready to grow. This programme does not support startups or unregistered businesses. Applicants must have valid CAC registration and required certification where applicable, and must be based in Abuja (FCT), Niger, Kaduna, Kogi, Nasarawa, Plateau, or Benue States respectively.

 

SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Program

Application Deadline	January 16, 2026
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN)

SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Program Benefits

• Business growth and scale strategy
• Financial readiness and proper structuring
• Market access and partnership exposure
• Mentorship & peer learning
• Support for sustainable expansion

Requirements for SMEDAN GROWHer Accelerator Program

• Women-led businesses only
• Must be based in Abuja (FCT), Niger, Kaduna, Kogi, Nasarawa, Plateau, or Benue States respectively.
• Minimum annual turnover of four (4) Million with proof
• Business must be at least two (2) years
• CAC registration is compulsory
• Necessary certification(s)

Check also:
Queen Elizabeth Scholarship (How to Apply)

Application Deadline

January 16, 2026

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) on forms.office.com to apply

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