N-YES 2023: Empowering Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurs

N-YES 2023: Empowering Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurs


Applications are open for the Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Symposium (N-YES) 2023. A platform for young entrepreneurs to network with stakeholders from various sectors, aiming to create a sustainable and systematic youth-engaged entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria.



The 2023 Nigerian Youth Entrepreneurship Symposium (N-YES) is now open for applications! This momentous event presents an exceptional opportunity for young entrepreneurs and aspiring business moguls to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders from the Government, Academia, NGOs, Grant Providers, and the Private Sector. The aim is to collaboratively chart a sustainable course for youth entrepreneurship in Nigeria.

N-YES 2023 is a multidisciplinary symposium that unites a multitude of stakeholders to create a sustainable and systematic youth-engaged entrepreneurial ecosystem in Nigeria. This year’s theme, “Creating Sustainable and Systematic Youth Engaged Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Nigeria”, perfectly encapsulates the symposium’s objective.




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A Unique Networking Platform at NYES 2023

NYES 2023 serves as an extraordinary platform for entrepreneurs to meet, network, and engage with numerous youth entrepreneurship enablers. The symposium offers a space for in-depth discussions about creating systematic support that empowers youth entrepreneurs in Nigeria.

The event is invitation-only and will be held in a hybrid format to ensure maximum participation.
Event Details:Date: Saturday, 20th May 2023
Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Physical Venue: American Corner Ibadan, Nigeria
Online: Youtube (link will be shared with selected applicants)
Benefits of Participation

NYES 2023 promises a plethora of benefits for its participants:Interaction with stakeholders from various sectors to address business-specific issues.
Networking opportunities with fellow entrepreneurs from across the country.
Access to platforms that can bolster business sustainability.
Networking with business support providers, including grantmaking organizations, entrepreneurial development organizations, and private sector support.
Eligibility Criteria

Interested individuals must fulfill the following criteria:Be a Nigerian, residing in Nigeria or abroad.
Be between the ages of 16 and 40.
Open to entrepreneurs (existing and aspiring), business development experts, entrepreneur researchers, general business enthusiasts, and social entrepreneurs.
Have an interest in or be actively involved in entrepreneurship.
Application Process

Please note that this is a hybrid event, and physical attendance is strictly by invitation only. Only applicants with successful applications will be contacted for event participation. The deadline for application submissions is 18th May 2023.

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