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By Brown Chimezie
The Naija Entrepreneurship Academy (NEA), led by Fatima Sadiq Mohammed, has officially launched the Nigeria Entrepreneurship Initiative, an online platform offering free courses to small business owners, aspiring entrepreneurs, and the unemployed. The initiative aims to provide essential learning materials, supplied by global experts and seasoned business owners, on topics crucial for growing startups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).
SMEs contribute nearly 48% to Nigeria’s national GDP and over 85% of employment, making them the backbone of the economy. The need to support more individuals in launching businesses and reducing failure rates has never been more urgent. “Small businesses are the drivers of innovation and job creation, and it is critical that we offer support that is tangible and attuned to the realities of entrepreneurs,” Mohammed said.
The courses, designed to be mobile-friendly, are tailored to individuals with limited resources across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), providing access to vital entrepreneurial knowledge regardless of location. This ensures that the initiative is inclusive and accessible to all, particularly in underserved areas.
The NEA is a collaboration between The StartUp Tribe, a global initiative present in 451 cities across 27 countries, and The Crystal Hands Empowerment Initiative (CHEI), with strong support from the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF). “This partnership is a testament to the power of collaboration, with a shared goal of creating economic opportunities and reducing unemployment,” Mohammed added.
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The StartUp Tribe has received global recognition for its efforts in addressing unemployment and fostering economic growth. The StartUp Tribe Academy offers a diverse range of free online courses tailored to entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey—from the foundational 14-Day Start Course to advanced growth strategies. The platform provides a wealth of knowledge from industry experts and successful entrepreneurs.
Through the initiative, NEA aims to complement existing efforts at the state level, supporting governors’ agendas for local economic growth and providing the tools necessary for entrepreneurs to thrive. The project is a strategic move to tackle unemployment, boost micro and small businesses, and enhance the quality of life for millions of Nigerians.
Accessible through the Start-Up Tribe Academy website, the Naija Entrepreneurship Academy (NEA) offers easy navigation and state-specific resources through an interactive Nigerian map. The platform is fully funded by The StartUp Tribe, ensuring that no cost is incurred by users, making it an invaluable resource for entrepreneurs across the country.
“This initiative offers a powerful tool for governors to scale their local economies efficiently and cost-effectively while supporting micro and small businesses,” said Poncelet Ileleji, lead champion of the initiative across West Africa. “Through projects like NEA, we aim to help Nigerians realise their business dreams, create more job opportunities, and elevate their socio-economic status.”
In addition to entrepreneurship, the Naija Entrepreneurship Academy will provide education on a range of sectors critical to Nigeria’s growth, including education, infrastructure, agriculture, gender-related issues, social development, digital technology, and more. With these efforts, NEA aims to create a more vibrant, job-rich economy for the future.
