Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP) 8.0

Apply: Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP) 8.0 for Nigerians

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) has opened applications for the 8th cohort of its Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP), a flagship capacity-building initiative designed to equip Nigerian entrepreneurs and MSMEs with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to build sustainable and profitable businesses.

Since its launch in 2019, the programme has empowered thousands of entrepreneurs across Nigeria with practical business training, mentorship, access to industry insights, and opportunities to compete for business grants.

The programme is delivered through DBN’s online learning platform, allowing participants to learn at their own pace while gaining valuable knowledge that can help them formalize operations, improve business performance, access funding opportunities, and scale their ventures.

Participants who successfully complete the programme may also be selected for physical workshops and business pitch sessions where they can compete for grants and other rewards.

In addition, DBN’s BizAid Reward4Learning initiative rewards top-performing entrepreneurs who demonstrate excellence during the training.

About the Programme

The DBN Entrepreneurship Training Programme is designed for ambitious entrepreneurs, business owners, startup founders, and MSMEs seeking practical business knowledge and growth opportunities.

The programme focuses on strengthening entrepreneurial capacity by providing training in critical business areas such as:

• Business management
• Financial management
• Marketing and sales
• Business growth strategies
• Access to finance
• Business formalization
• Entrepreneurial leadership

Participants gain access to practical lessons, expert-led training, and a community of like-minded entrepreneurs committed to building successful businesses.

How the Programme Works

To participate:

• Register on the DBN Learning Platform.
• Enrol in the required courses.
• Complete at least four mandatory courses.
• Become eligible for further programme activities.
• Selected participants may be invited to physical workshops.
• Entrepreneurs may pitch their business ideas and compete for grant opportunities.

Reward4Learning Initiative

Through the BizAid Reward4Learning initiative, DBN rewards entrepreneurs who perform exceptionally well during the programme.

Every two weeks, top-performing business owners who achieve the highest scores in the final examinations of designated course themes receive cash rewards.

Participants also stand a chance to win prizes and business grants based on performance.

Benefits

Successful participants will enjoy:

• Free entrepreneurship and business training
• Flexible self-paced online learning
• Practical business development skills
• Access to industry experts and mentors
• Networking opportunities with entrepreneurs across Nigeria
• Eligibility for physical workshops
• Opportunity to pitch business ideas
• Access to grant opportunities
• Cash rewards through the Reward4Learning initiative
• Opportunity to win up to ₦900,000 in rewards

Who Can Apply?

The programme is open to:

• Entrepreneurs
• Startup founders
• Small business owners
• MSMEs
• Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking business skills and support

About Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN)

The Development Bank of Nigeria (DBN) is a development finance institution established to address financing challenges faced by Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Nigeria.

Beyond providing financial support, DBN also invests heavily in capacity building and entrepreneurship development through initiatives such as the Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP), helping businesses become more sustainable, competitive, and investment-ready.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should register and begin learning through the DBN Learning Platform:

learning.devbankng.com

Entrepreneurs who complete the required courses may progress to workshops, pitch opportunities, grants, and reward programmes.

Apply Here