Startup Abuja Nationwide Scholarship Programme 2026 | Full Tuition, Stipends & Paid Internship Opportunities
Applications are now open for the Startup Abuja Nationwide Scholarship Programme 2026, an initiative designed to support Nigerian students by reducing the financial burden of higher education while equipping beneficiaries with practical skills for their future careers.
Unlike scholarships that focus solely on tuition support, the programme combines financial assistance with paid internship opportunities, entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and career development support.
Why Apply?
The programme goes beyond financial support by providing scholars with opportunities to:
- Gain real-world work experience
- Develop entrepreneurial skills
- Receive professional mentorship
- Build career-ready skills
- Connect with industry professionals
- Gain exposure to innovation and startup ecosystems
Also Apply: ECOWAS Young Graduates’ Professional Immersion Programme (YGP) 2027 for Young Graduates
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in a recognised Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education
- Demonstrate academic commitment
- Meet any additional requirements specified during the application process
- Complete the application before the deadline
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage
- Monthly stipends
- Paid remote internship opportunities
- Entrepreneurship training
- Professional mentorship
- Career development support
- Networking opportunities with industry professionals
- Exposure to innovation and startup ecosystems
Application Deadline: 31 August 2026