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Apply Now: The Pivot Challenge 2025 for MSMEs – Training, Mentorship & Business Funding

The Pivot Challenge 2025: Empowering MSMEs for Digital Growth and Global Reach
A Challenge. A Community. A Comeback Story for Local Businesses.
Welcome to The Pivot Challenge 2025 — a bold and energetic initiative designed to help Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across Nigeria take charge of their future using digital tools, modern business skills, and renewed confidence.
Built for Local Hustlers. Designed for Global Possibilities.
This isn’t your average business training. The Pivot Challenge is a digital transformation movement tailored to Nigeria’s most resilient entrepreneurs — the traders, artisans, manufacturers, and dreamers fueling the local economy.
Whether you run a fabric shop in Ariaria Market or a furniture workshop in Enugu, this program is designed to equip you with the tools to grow, get seen, and go global.
2025 Focus: Southeast Nigeria
This year, The Pivot Challenge will support 3,000 MSMEs from Southeastern Nigeria, delivering a 7-week hybrid Bootcamp — a powerful mix of virtual sessions and in-person training.
Participants will learn how to digitally transform their businesses, attract customers, and position themselves for market access and investment opportunities.
Program Benefits
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Free Subscription to Premium Digital Business Tools
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Hands-On Training in SME Marketing & Strategy
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Media Exposure and Business Visibility
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Equity-Free Funding Opportunities
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Access to Mentorship from Industry Experts
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Business Support & Consulting Services
Important Dates
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Application Deadline: August 13, 2025
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Shortlisting of Applicants: August 14, 2025
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Virtual Bootcamp Begins: August 18, 2025 (6 Weeks)
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In-Person Bootcamp Week: September 29, 2025
A Look Back: The Pivot Challenge 2024
In 2024, the first edition of The Pivot Challenge united MSMEs through immersive, practical business training. From hack sessions to high-impact mentorship, hundreds of entrepreneurs experienced transformation — and this year, it’s only getting better.
Why The Pivot?
Because African MSMEs deserve more than survival — they deserve scale, sustainability, and global relevance. The Pivot is more than a program. It’s a movement for sustainable change and socio-economic growth.
Ready to Pivot Your Business?
Click HERE to Apply
Deadline: August 13, 2025
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Retail Sales & Cash Management Executive (Female Applicants Only)

We’re looking for a smart, reliable, and customer-focused Sales Executive/Cashier to join our thriving retail outlet in Chevron, Lekki, Lagos.
Location: Chevron, Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: ₦100,000 Monthly
Key Responsibilities:
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Process sales transactions accurately and efficiently.
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Provide outstanding customer service and product assistance.
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Maintain accurate daily sales and cash records.
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Organize stock displays and ensure timely restocking.
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Keep the sales area neat, organized, and inviting.
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Report discrepancies or issues to the line manager promptly.
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Support inventory and stock management activities.
Requirements:
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HND or BSc in a relevant field.
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2–3 years of proven experience in sales or cashier roles.
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Excellent communication and basic arithmetic skills.
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Honest, dependable, and detail-oriented.
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Must live in or near Chevron, Lekki (applications outside this location will not be considered).
How to Apply:
Send your CV via WhatsApp to 0812 778 7352 with the job title as your subject.
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Office & Operations Coordinator – Growing Food & Gift Brand (Female Applicants Only)

We are urgently recruiting a proactive and smart Admin Officer to join our thriving SME Food & Gift Company located in Ogudu. This role offers ₦80,000 monthly salary and accommodation for the right candidate.
Work Schedule: Tuesdays – Sundays
Key Responsibilities:
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Support the Managing Director’s day-to-day operations.
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Supervise team members and oversee smooth business operations.
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Handle essential administrative functions.
Requirements:
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OND/HND/B.A. in a related field or equivalent experience.
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6 months – 1 year of prior relevant experience.
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Computer literate and tech-savvy.
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Highly proactive with excellent problem-solving and leadership skills.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
How to Apply:
Send your CV to [email protected] using the job title as the email subject.
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Apply Now: GET Compass Grant Program – Up to ₦150 Million for Nigerian MSMEs

GET Compass Grant & GETAccelerated Program – Funding and Growth Support for Nigerian MSMEs
The Grooming Endowment Trust (GET) is pleased to announce the launch of the 4th cohort of its flagship GETAccelerated Program, a transformative initiative aimed at driving innovation and economic growth within Nigeria’s startup ecosystem.
Building on the success of previous cohorts — in which 20 startups received over ₦150 million in equity–free funding and business support — this year’s program will support 10 outstanding founders, providing them with the tools, funding, and resources needed to scale their ventures.
Alongside this, the GET Compass Grant Program offers up to ₦2,000,000 in equity-free grants for small and medium-sized businesses, empowering entrepreneurs to expand their operations and enhance business processes through targeted support programs.
What the Program Offers
Financial Support
Access equity-free funding to scale and grow your business.
Mentorship
Receive one-on-one guidance from experienced entrepreneurs and industry professionals.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with a vibrant community of innovators, investors, and business leaders.
Capacity Building
Participate in workshops that improve strategic thinking, technical capabilities, and business acumen.
Market Access
Gain insights and support to successfully enter and thrive in new markets.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
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Be 18 years or older
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Own a business registered and operating in Nigeria
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Run a business that is no more than 3 years old
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Be able to attend a 2-week workshop in Lagos
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Demonstrate that the business is active and operational
Ready to scale your business and join a network of thriving Nigerian entrepreneurs?
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