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Bet9ja Foundation Business Grants: How to Apply and Secure Funding in 2025
The Bet9ja Foundation is committed to empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs and small businesses through impactful grants and initiatives to foster economic growth, job creation, and community development. In 2025, one of the standout opportunities is the ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge, an annual business grant program that provides financial resources and mentorship to early-stage businesses with innovative ideas and strong growth potential.
If you're an entrepreneur looking to scale your business, here’s everything you need to know about Bet9ja Foundation’s business grants, including eligibility criteria, application steps, and tips to increase your chances of securing funding.
Why Bet9ja Foundation’s Business Grants Matter
Bet9ja Foundation’s business grants provide a unique platform for entrepreneurs to access funding, business development resources, and mentorship. These grants are designed to transform innovative ideas into impactful, sustainable ventures. The Foundation prioritises funding for businesses in key sectors such as:
● Agriculture and Agribusiness
● Technology and Innovation
● Fashion and Creative Industries
● Health and Wellness
● Retail and E-commerce
Small business owners can gain financial by participating in these programs to enhance productivity, expand operations, and drive economic impact.
Key Initiative: ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge
One of the flagship programs for 2025 is the ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge, which awards funding and business mentorship to innovative startups and small businesses. Here’s a breakdown of the program:
● Grant Amount: ₦3 million for selected businesses, plus a chance to win an additional ₦5 million for the Best Pitch Award.
● Sectors Covered: Agriculture, technology, fashion, creative industries, and more.
● Eligibility: Open to Nigerian businesses operational for at least six months.
● Additional Benefits: Winners can access mentorship programs, networking opportunities, and expert business development .
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for Bet9ja Foundation’s business grants, applicants must:
● Be a Nigerian citizen or operate a business ed in Nigeria.
● Have an existing business running for at least six months or a viable business idea with clear growth potential.
● Demonstrate how the funding will contribute to job creation and economic development.
● Be willing to participate in mentorship and capacity-building programs.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to maximise your chances of being selected for Bet9ja Foundation's programs like the ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge:
1. Visit the Official Website: Go to the Bet9ja foundation website and navigate to the scale-up business pitch challenge page.
2. Complete the Application Form: Provide accurate business details, financial projections, and your plan for utilising the funding.
3. Submit a Business Proposal: Include a well-structured document outlining your business vision, goals, market potential, and expected impact.
4. Prepare for Evaluation: Shortlisted applicants may be invited for interviews or pitch sessions.
5. Stay Informed: Follow Bet9ja Foundation on social media for updates on deadlines and announcements.
Tips to Stand Out in Your Application
To improve your chances of securing funding, follow these expert tips:
● Be Specific: Clearly articulate your business goals and how the grant will be used.
● Show Impact: Emphasize your potential to create jobs and uplift communities.
● Highlight Innovation: Demonstrate how your business introduces fresh ideas or solutions in your sector.
● Be Professional: Ensure your application is detailed, concise, and error-free.
FAQs About Bet9ja Foundation Business Grants
When is the application deadline?
● The application period for 2025 is expected to open in Q2 2025. The exact dates will be announced on the Bet9ja Foundation website.
How many businesses will be selected?
● Multiple businesses will receive funding, with a special Best Pitch Award for the most outstanding idea.
Are previous winners still ed?
● Yes, past winners continue to receive mentorship and networking opportunities to help them scale their businesses.
Can I apply if I’m a solo entrepreneur?
● Yes, solo entrepreneurs are welcome to apply if they meet the eligibility criteria.
The Bet9ja Foundation’s business grants, including the ScaleUp Business Pitch Challenge, provide more than just financial assistance; they offer mentorship, networking opportunities, and business development tools to help entrepreneurs succeed. By ing businesses that foster innovation, economic impact, and community upliftment, the Foundation is helping to build a more resilient and prosperous Nigeria.
Ready to take your business to the next level? Visit the Bet9jaFoundation website to learn more and apply today!
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| AdvocateWriter: 1:35pm On Mar 21 |
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Criminals giving back to the people
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| Ambitious21: 1:36pm On Mar 21 |
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They will take it back
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| 32(m): 1:37pm On Mar 21 |
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robbing paul to pay peter
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| Edoreborn: 1:37pm On Mar 21 |
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My money ooooo...Bet9ja pity me ooooo...Just return my money ooo make i take am build house..
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| cassidy1996(m): 1:38pm On Mar 21 |
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Betting is a very bad thing.... nothing you wan tell me
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| LIVINGICONREBOR: 1:39pm On Mar 21 |
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uyi guobadia/guobe, try apply for this business grant make your life for better abeg. Bet9ja don too chop you.🤝
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| Akalia(m): 1:42pm On Mar 21 |
AdvocateWriter:
Criminals giving back to the people
Lol, most criminals never give back to the people. Cut them some slack.
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| miracle002: 1:42pm On Mar 21 |
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Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
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| Pootle: 1:42pm On Mar 21 |
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after taking billions they giving back peanuts
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| seanery: 1:43pm On Mar 21 |
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k
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| Pootle: 1:44pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
i get one sure game i play if you need i give you 
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| Aether(m): 1:44pm On Mar 21 |
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That's great!!!
To those complaining, did any of their agents put a gun to your heads or blackmail you to place bets?
If you lack self-control, that's on you, not others.
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| Moneyboyz: 1:44pm On Mar 21 |
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An opportunity for the gamblers who lives have been ruined by betting to start over.
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| dauntless15(m): 1:49pm On Mar 21 |
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Lol, they wan give gamblers money to gamble again so they can take it back, and the name will be they have given back, use right hand give them collect it with left hand, they're the only one benefiting from this don't be deceived
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| hkidola00(m): 1:50pm On Mar 21 |
bro dem no put gun for your head make you play oo
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
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| dust144(m): 1:52pm On Mar 21 |
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Time boom
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| adalame(m): 1:53pm On Mar 21 |
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They will get plenty new customers with this gesture.
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| IyanAtiEgusi: 1:54pm On Mar 21 |
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| Peakdesign23(f): 1:57pm On Mar 21 |
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Nothing good can ever come out of gambling.
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| motionarena: 2:00pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
Mumu
Dem force u to bet
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| Bmaster(m): 2:00pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
so na bet9ja said make you no get sense on time 😂
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After 13 months you should move on bro,what if you had won a life changing Amount of money, would you have been here condemning them ?
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| KnowledgePower7: 2:02pm On Mar 21 |
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Wow
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| Righteousness2(m): 2:02pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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| Righteousness2(m): 2:04pm On Mar 21 |
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Just Here to read comments and Laught out my lungs
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| IamAtAnger: 2:09pm On Mar 21 |
all these gbogboti gbogbo on top grant ... na wah
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| DisLifeSha: 2:10pm On Mar 21 |
Dem force you bet 
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Edoreborn:
My money ooooo...Bet9ja pity me ooooo...Just return my money ooo make i take am build house..
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| Gbadugbakun(m): 2:11pm On Mar 21 |
Make I go apply sharply.
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| FreeSpirited: 2:15pm On Mar 21 |
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Finally gambling addict can have respite and
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| zombieHUNTER: 2:38pm On Mar 21 |
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All sportybet customers should not apply
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| zombieHUNTER: 2:40pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
sure two odds dey
double your 50k today.. no Time
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| Griffon: 3:07pm On Mar 21 |
miracle002:
Wicked people, these people contributed in wrecking my life. It is exactly 1 year and 1 Month since I stopped gambling after more than 16 years of gambling. I am now seeing another meaning to life. Any one that benefits from that useless program is attracting curse to himself because he is touching a polluted money. God will punish them all. They Will never end well.
How is it a polluted money?
They never forced you to gamble, as a matter of fact they have a caveat to it which says +18.
You turned the sport into an addiction, it was never their fault but your own indiscipline.
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