The Jerry Eze Foundation, under the leadership of Pastor Jerry Eze, has disbursed N1 billion in business grants to 240 entrepreneurs. Each recipient received approximately $3,000 to scale their businesses, transform operations, and launch new ventures.
Transparent Selection Process
The grant selection process was meticulously managed by global consulting firm KPMG, ensuring transparency and fairness. Over 16,000 applicants registered on the grant portal, with 9,668 completing the application and meeting the foundation's stringent criteria.
Priority Sectors
Priority was given to businesses in three vital sectors: agriculture and agribusiness, manufacturing, and technology and digital services.
Message from Dr. Oby Ezekwesili
During the event, Dr. Oby Ezekwesili, former Vice President of the World Bank for Africa and Nigeria’s ex-Minister of Education, addressed the recipients. She urged them to leverage the resources, stating: "You no longer have the luxury of starting small and staying there. The resources have been placed in your hands. The platform has been given. The acceptable direction is impact at scale. Africa is watching. Build accordingly."
