Call for Applications: Petty Traders Grant Support Programme 2026 | up to ₦100,000
Applications are open for the Petty Traders Grant Support Programme 2026. The Petty Traders Grant Support Programme is a community-driven initiative designed to empower aspiring and existing small-scale business owners.
It provides financial assistance to individuals who need low start-up capital for petty trading, such as buying and selling goods or offering basic services. For existing traders, the grant can serve as additional funding to strengthen and expand their businesses.
This programme provides seed capital between ₦10,000 and ₦100,000 to help petty traders generate sustainable income.
Unlike most funding opportunities, no business registration is required, and the process is simple, with minimal documentation. As long as you are a Nigerian resident within the required age bracket, you are eligible to apply
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Benefits
- Supports individuals to start or grow a small business.
- Specifically designed for petty traders requiring little start-up capital.
- Provides seed capital of ₦10,000 – ₦100,000.
- Easy access with minimal documentation.
Eligibility
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be between 18 – 55 years old.
- Be an entrepreneur or aspiring entrepreneur.
- Own a business or have a business idea/initiative.
- Possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN Slip).
- Provide the details of one contact person.
- Have a verifiable residential address.
- Hold a valid 10-digit bank account number.
- Reside in Nigeria.
- Submit a duly completed application form.
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Application
- Step 1: Register – Submit your personal and business details through the application form. Click here to register
- Step 2: Onboard – Fill out the form carefully with correct details to avoid disqualification during verification. Review your entries before submission—changes cannot be made once submitted. Do not apply more than once.
- Step 3: Get Paid – After successful registration:
- You may be contacted for further information or clarification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be published on this website. Applicants are encouraged to check regularly for updates.
- Once verified, you will be notified of your eligibility for the grant.
