ClosedAcceleratorNigeria only

GROWHer Accelerator Programme

Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN)

Amount or benefit
Not stated by funder
Deadline
Not announced
Where
Nigeria only
The current round is closed. Save it to your tracker to prepare early for the next one.
Check the funder’s page for the next round

Who can apply

Market-ready businesses in Nigeria founded or co-founded by a woman aged 18–50, operating for at least three years, registered with CAC and holding an active business account.

Applicant type
Business
Business stage
GrowthEstablished
Location rule
Nigeria only
Nigeria only
Sectors
WomenBusiness & entrepreneurship

What you get

Not stated by funder

Notes
Accelerator with mentorship, training and access to funding opportunities; applications by email.

Deadline and status

Deadline
Not announced
Deadline details
Last stated deadline was 4 April 2025 (closed); next intake not announced
Status
Closed

How to apply

  1. Read the full criteriaOpen the funder's programme page (smedan.gov.ng) and read the eligibility rules and questions in full.
  2. Check your fitCompare the rules above with your business. See how it fits your profile.
  3. Prepare your applicationSave it for a step-by-step workflow and document checklist, then draft your answers in the Application Studio.
  4. Apply on the funder's own siteThe deadline is not announced yet. Check the official page for the next round. Apply at smedan.gov.ng. Never pay anyone to be considered.

Source and verification

Last verified
18 October 2026, on the funder's own page
Official page
smedan.gov.ng
From the official page
“Submit Your Application by sending all documents via email to growher@smedan.gov.ng Application Deadline: 4th April, 2025.”

Details change. Confirm everything on the official site before applying.

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