Fegho Umunubo Foundation Creative Business Grant 2026: Up to ₦1.5 Million Available

The Fegho Umunubo Foundation has opened the second edition of its Grassroots Creative Business Support Initiative, known as GCBSI 2.0. The programme supports creative entrepreneurs and businesses in Nigeria through financial grants, business training and practical assistance aimed at strengthening operations and helping businesses reach more customers.

What Selected Businesses Receive

The initiative combines funding with business development support. Successful applicants can receive:

A business grant of ₦1 million to ₦1.5 million. Training in areas such as marketing, bookkeeping, pricing and financial literacy. Practical guidance to improve business operations, attract customers and build a more sustainable enterprise.

The programme is designed for creative businesses that need support to develop their services, improve how they operate and grow their customer base.

Eligible Business Sectors

The initiative is open to creative entrepreneurs and businesses in Nigeria. Sectors identified in published programme information include:

Media, film and entertainment. Fashion, clothing, textiles and accessories. Handmade products, arts and crafts. Furniture, interior design and creative design. Beauty and personal styling. Photography, videography, printing and visual branding. Food production, baking and creative confectionery. Home fragrance businesses.

How to Apply

The application process includes preparing a short video introducing the business and explaining why financial support is needed. Applicants are instructed to share the one-minute video on Instagram using the hashtag #GCBSI and access the application form through the foundation's official social media channels.

The application form requests business and contact details, including the business name, CAC registration number, state of operation and how long the business has been running. Applicants should have this information ready before beginning.

Application deadline: 1 November 2026

Official website: https://www.feghoumunubofoundation.com/

Application form: https://forms.gle/b4CzNfGescrDhWho7

Important information:

Applicants should confirm the complete terms and conditions on the official application channel before submitting their details.