ProvidusBank SME Development Program
Since 2020, ProvidusBank, in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), has empowered SMEs across Nigeria. Now in its 6th edition, the programme is offering ambitious businesses the opportunity to grow, evolve, and scale. Apply now
The Journey so far
2022 SME Program
Building on the success of the first edition, the 2022 program focused on providing business owners with the skills to develop long-term strategic plans and drive profitability. Applications opened on March 28th and closed on May 10th.
Watch 2022 Program Video2024 SME Program
This cohort was the first to receive access to discounted interest rate loans, alongside the core training, opening up clear pathways to funding and markets.
See 2024 Highlights2025 SME Program
The event celebrated five years of impact, reaffirming that supporting entrepreneurship is a core strategic priority for ProvidusBank.
View Cohort 5 HighlightsThe first cohort was designed to help struggling businesses pivot, find their footing, and build resilience for the uncertain future. This foundational year established the program's core mission: to provide tools, skills, and strategic support, free of charge, to help businesses prosper.
Building on the success of the first edition, the 2022 program focused on providing business owners with the skills to develop long-term strategic plans and drive profitability. Applications opened on March 28th and closed on May 10th.
The third edition of the program saw a strategic shift to widen its reach. While maintaining high standards, the eligibility criteria were adjusted to lower the annual turnover requirement. This change allowed a broader range of high-potential SMEs to benefit from the program's intensive training and mentorship. The application deadline for this cohort was June 30, 2023.
Celebrating the program's fifth anniversary, the 2025 cohort was its most expansive yet. The program extended its physical reach beyond Lagos for the first time, launching simultaneously in Lagos and Abuja.
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