Empowering Nigerian citizens, businesses, and communities through strategic funding. Access up to ₦50,000,000 to drive innovation, agriculture, youth enterprise, and national development.
The Federal Government of Nigeria Grant Programme is a flagship initiative designed to mobilise resources for grassroots development, enterprise growth, and sustainable livelihoods across all 36 states and the FCT.
Non-repayable grants for qualified Nigerian citizens and registered entities
Transparent, merit-based selection process monitored by independent bodies
Dedicated support officers in every state capital to assist applicants
Quarterly disbursements with milestone-based reporting requirements
Select the category that best describes your project or enterprise.
Support for smallholder farmers, agro-processing, irrigation infrastructure, and value-chain development.
Up to ₦10,000,000Funding for tech startups, digital solutions, fintech, health-tech, and homegrown software development.
Up to ₦50,000,000Grants for local manufacturing, import-substitution projects, and SME industrial expansion initiatives.
Up to ₦30,000,000Supporting vocational training centres, scholarship endowments, and educational infrastructure projects.
Up to ₦8,000,000Dedicated grants for women-led businesses and youth aged 18–35 starting or scaling enterprises.
Up to ₦5,000,000Funding for renewable energy, reforestation, waste management, and climate-resilient agriculture.
Up to ₦20,000,000A straightforward four-step process to get your grant application reviewed and funded.
Create your applicant profile on the FGN Grant Portal using your NIN and a valid email address.
Complete the grant application form, upload required documents, and submit your project proposal.
A panel of independent reviewers evaluates your proposal against national development priorities.
Successful applicants are notified by email and funds disbursed directly to a registered bank account.
No. FGN grants are non-repayable. However, recipients are required to submit quarterly progress reports and financial accountability statements for the duration of the project.
Applicants may apply for only one grant category per cycle. You may reapply in subsequent cycles if your application was unsuccessful.
The review process takes approximately 8–12 weeks from the application deadline. All applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Yes, Nigerians in the diaspora holding a valid Nigerian passport and NIN may apply, provided the funded project is based and implemented in Nigeria.
Phone Number and Applicants must provide a valid NIN.
No. The FGN Grant Programme application is entirely free. Beware of fraudsters requesting payment on behalf of the government — report such activity to the EFCC.
Thousands of Nigerians have already benefited from government grants. Submit your application today and take the first step toward a funded future.