Ekiti State Innovation Enterprise Support Fund 2026

The Ekiti State Innovation Enterprise Support Fund (IESF) is a government initiative to identify, train, and fund exceptional young innovators and startup founders from Ekiti State. It includes a bootcamp-style training program, mentorship, and funding opportunities to help local ventures scale. The program targets residents of Ekiti State aged 18 to 45 with high-impact, technology-enabled ideas or startups.

Enhanced business acumen, access to funding opportunities, ongoing mentorship, and connection to the innovation ecosystem; intensive training and pitch preparation.

Open to residents of Ekiti State aged 18-45 with a high-impact, technology-enabled idea or startup, including young innovators, student entrepreneurs, early-stage founders, tech innovators, social entrepreneurs, and creative professionals willing to participate in the bootcamp.

Apply through the Ekiti State Innovation Enterprise Support Fund Portal, complete the online application with project proposal and supporting documents, undergo evaluation and shortlisting, then proceed to training and potential funding opportunities.