Is Seplat YEP 2026 application free?

Yes, the Seplat Youth Entrepreneurship Programme is completely free of charge. Do not pay anyone for the application.

Who can apply for Seplat YEP?

Nigerian citizens aged 18-40 with a viable business idea or an existing small business are eligible to apply.

What is the Seplat Growth Academy portal?

The Seplat Growth Academy (seplatgrowthacademy.com) is the official online portal where all Seplat Energy scholarship and entrepreneurship applications are processed.

What business sectors are accepted for Seplat YEP?

The program accepts diverse sectors including Technology, Agriculture (Agro-processing), Fashion, Catering, Arts & Crafts, and Renewable Energy.

Does Seplat YEP provide seed funding?

Yes, successful fellows who complete the training and mentorship phases receive seed funding from a multimillion-naira grant pool to scale their businesses.

How long is the Seplat YEP training?

The program duration varies but typically includes several weeks of intensive business management training followed by a mentorship period.

Can I apply if I only have a business idea but no registered company?

Yes, Seplat YEP is open to individuals with innovative and scalable business ideas, even if the business is not yet fully registered or operational.

Seplat YEP 2026: Apply for Training & Seed Funding Now

Empowering the next generation of Nigerian Business Leaders.

Are you a young Nigerian entrepreneur ready to scale your business? The 2026 Seplat Youth Entrepreneurship Programme (YEP) application is officially open with the aim of empowering the next generation of Nigerian Business Leaders. This is your chance to gain world-class business training and access to significant ammount of seed fund.

This initiative, a flagship Corporate Social Investment (CSI) by Seplat Energy PLC in partnership with Conversations for Change (C4C), is designed to turn your creative business ideas into sustainable empires. In a year where economic resilience is key, the YEP 2026 cycle offers more than just funding. it offers a lifetime of business mentorship and structural growth.

        🚀 Program Benefits & Rewards
        Seed Funding: Direct grants to launch or expand your business.
Intensive Training: Hands-on modules in digital marketing and finance.
Expert Mentorship: One-on-one sessions with industry giants.
Business Networking: Lifetime access to the Seplat Fellows alumni.

    

Eligibility Requirements

To ensure your application is successful, you must meet the following criteria:

Be a Nigerian citizenship (Must reside in Nigeria).
Aged between 18 and 40 years.
Possess at least an O'Level certificate.
Have a registered busines ( startup) or a viable business idea in Tech, Fashion, Agric, etc.
Commitment to the full duration of the fellowship.
Have a registered business or a highly scalable business idea.