This is not just another pitch competition.

This is a strategic platform to build the next generation of high-growth companies powering Nigeria’s future.

Under the leadership of the South East Development Commission (SEDC), and in alignment with the Renewed Hope Agenda of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the South East Venture Capital Program (SEVCP) is unlocking structured capital, founder support, and investor access for high-potential startups across the region.

We are searching for bold founders, builders, innovators, and operators, solving real problems across priority sectors including *AgriTech, FinTech, HealthTech, Manufacturing, Clean Energy, Logistics, Creative Economy, and Digital/SaaS, etc*

*What Selected Startups Receive:*
– Up to $20,000 in funding (Accelerator Track);
– Structured incubation and acceleration programs;
– Access to top-tier mentors, investors, and partners; and
– Entry into a $50M regional venture capital ecosystem

*Why This Matters:*
This program is part of a broader national effort to drive job creation, innovation, enterprise growth, and inclusive economic development, key pillars of the *Renewed Hope Agenda.*

*Highly Competitive:*
Only 30 startups will be selected from hundreds of applications.

*Eligibility:*
Startups building in or for South East Nigeria

*Applications Now Open*

*Apply Now:*
*www.sedc.gov.ng/programs/sevcp/pitch*

*Application FAQs*:
https://bit.ly/FAQs-SEDC

*Enquiries:*
*sevcp@sedc.gov.ng*

*Signed*
*Enugu MSME & Startup Agency (Enugu SME Center)*