fellowships

iDICE Startup Bridge 2026—₦10,000,000

The iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 is a capacity-building programme for early-stage, technology-enabled businesses. It is implemented in partnership with the Bank of Industry and offers up to ₦10,000,000. Applications are open until July 26, 2026.

Funding: Up to ₦10,000,000
Location: Nigeria
Eligibility: Nigerian tech startups and entrepreneurs
Host: iDICE (Innovation and Digital Creative Economy)
apply-url: https://accelerator.vester.ai/apply?programCode=nDC1MhZl

The iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 is a programme designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, equipping early-stage businesses with necessary skills. The programme is a component of the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises initiative and is implemented in partnership with the Bank of Industry. It aims to support early-stage, technology-enabled businesses.

Overview

The Founders Lab programme is the capacity-building component of the Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) programme.

  • Implemented in partnership with the Bank of Industry (BOI)
  • Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs
  • Equips early-stage, technology-enabled businesses
  • Deadline: July 26, 2026

Eligibility

The programme is designed for early-stage, technology-enabled businesses.

  • Aspiring entrepreneurs are eligible to apply
  • Early-stage businesses are the target beneficiaries

Benefits

  • Up to ₦10,000,000 in funding
  • Capacity-building for early-stage businesses
  • Partnership opportunities with the Bank of Industry

How to Apply

Applications for the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 are currently open.

  • Submit application before the deadline: July 26, 2026
  • Follow the application guidelines carefully

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the deadline for applying to the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026?

The deadline for applying to the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 is July 26, 2026.

What type of businesses are eligible for the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026?

Early-stage, technology-enabled businesses are eligible for the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026.

How much funding is available for the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026?

Up to ₦10,000,000 in funding is available for the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026.

Who implements the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026?

The iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 is implemented in partnership with the Bank of Industry.

What is the purpose of the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026?

The purpose of the iDICE Startup Bridge Founders Lab 2026 is to equip early-stage, technology-enabled businesses with necessary skills.