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Corporate Social Responsibility
The SOLAP Enterprise Hub is the flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of SOLAP Group.
Identifying and supporting grassroots entrepreneurs
The SOLAP Enterprise Hub is designed to transform young entrepreneurs into wealth creators, job providers, and community change-makers. Running annually for the next ten years, the program is committed to identifying and supporting grassroots entrepreneurs, regardless of formal education, with the tools, mentorship, networks, and funding they need to build sustainable and scalable businesses.
Raising 100 millionaires in 10 years
At the heart of the initiative is a bold mission: to raise at least 100 millionaires within a decade through a combination of practical business training, strategic mentoring, market exposure, and access to capital. We believe that wealth creation at the grassroots level is the fastest route to tackling unemployment, reducing poverty, and igniting inclusive economic growth in Nigeria and beyond.
Business launchpad and incubation space
The SOLAP Enterprise Hub will operate as a business launchpad and incubation space for entrepreneurs across diverse industries, from tech startups and creative enterprises to manufacturing, services, and social impact ventures, making it a catalytic force for long-term prosperity.
- Objectives
Key Objectives
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Empower Young Entrepreneurs to Build, Manage, and Multiply Wealth
Equip participants with practical financial literacy, business growth strategies, and wealth management skills to enable long-term success.
Create at Least 100 Millionaires in 10 Years
Select and nurture a cohort of high-potential entrepreneurs each year who will scale their ventures into profitable, job-generating enterprises.
Reduce Unemployment and Drive Local Economic Growth
Foster job creation by supporting businesses that can employ others, stimulate community trade, and improve local livelihoods.
Promote Business Excellence Across Diverse Sectors
Provide entrepreneurs from various industries, tech and non-tech, with world-class mentorship, market exposure, and operational best practices.
Build a Sustainable Alumni Network for Ongoing Impact
Establish a thriving community of program graduates who collaborate, mentor new participants, and reinvest in the next generation of entrepreneurs.
- Duration, Audience & Focus
Program Duration, Target Audience and Key Focus Areas
The SOLAP Enterprise Hub is a decade-long initiative designed to run annually, nurturing new sets of entrepreneurs each year.
Program Duration
An intensive 4 to 6-week incubation and mentorship program, designed to equip participants with the skills, networks, and resources necessary to build, validate, and scale their enterprises.
Target Audience
Young entrepreneurs and innovators aged 18-35, from diverse sectors and backgrounds, including those without formal education but with viable business ideas or early-stage ventures.
Key Focus Areas
- Innovative and sustainable business ideas across industries
- Grassroots and informal sector entrepreneurship
- Social impact and economic empowerment
- Support
Support Provided
At SOLAP Enterprise Hub, we equip entrepreneurs with everything they need to succeed. Through hands-on training and capacity building, mentorship and advisory, access to funding and financial support, as well as networking and community-building opportunities, we provide a holistic support system.
Training & Capacity Building
Hands-on workshops covering entrepreneurship fundamentals
Mentorship & Advisory
Mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs and coaches
Funding & Financial Support
Seed funding opportunities for the most promising businesses
Networking & Community Building
Platforms to connect with peers, industry leaders, & customers.
Application & Selection Criteria
Open to all young entrepreneurs with a viable business idea or early-stage venture, regardless of field or sector.
- Applicants must possess a minimum of Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent.
- Demonstrated passion, commitment, and potential for impact and scalability.
- Ability to participate fully in all program activities for the entire 6-week duration.
Selection Process
- Application Submission: Entrepreneurs submit a detailed application including their business idea, problem addressed, and impact potential.
- Screening & Shortlisting: Applications reviewed by a panel based on innovation, feasibility, social/economic impact, and entrepreneur readiness.
- Final Selection & Onboarding: Selected entrepreneurs join the program and are paired with mentors.
- Pitching & Interview Stage: Shortlisted candidates present their ideas before a panel of judges including SOLAP Group leaders, industry experts, and investors.
Program Milestones
- Week 1-2: Orientation, foundational training, and goal setting, Intensive workshops, mentorship sessions, and business model refinement
- Week 3-5: Pitch preparation and funding opportunities
- Week 6: Final pitching event and graduation at the 10 years anniversary of SOLAP GROUP
- Judging
Evaluation & Judging Criteria
Applications will be evaluated using the following key criteria:
Innovation
- Creativity and originality of the business idea or solution.
- Demonstrated uniqueness compared to existing market offerings.
Impact Potential
- Ability to address a real community or market need.
- Clear, measurable social or economic outcomes.
Scalability
- Potential for business growth beyond the incubation period.
- Sustainability of the business model.
Entrepreneur Readiness
- Demonstrated commitment and resilience.
- Capacity to implement the business plan effectively.
Marketing & Sales Practicality
- Realistic go-to-market strategy and ability to reach target customers.
- Evidence of demand or market interest.
Knowledge of the Business or Sector
- Understanding of the industry, competitors, and operational requirements.
- Ability to navigate sector-specific challenges.
Post-Program Support
- Continued mentorship through the SOLAP Enterprise Hub alumni network
- Access to further funding opportunities and partnerships
- Invitations to networking events and industry workshops
The SOLAP Enterprise Hub is a six-week annual youth entrepreneurship and incubation program by SOLAP Group, implemented in partnership with The Val Okafor Company. It is designed to empower young entrepreneurs with training, mentorship, and funding to start, grow, and scale sustainable businesses.
The program is open to all young Nigerians who:
- Possess at least a Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE) or its equivalent.
- Have a viable business idea or early-stage venture.
Not necessarily. You can apply if you have either:
- A strong business idea that can be developed and validated during the program, or
- An early-stage venture/startup looking to scale.
The program runs for six weeks, with training sessions held once a week (2 hours each), complemented by mentorship, networking, and business incubation support.
Participants will benefit from:
- Expert-led training and capacity building
- One-on-one mentorship
- Access to investors and industry leaders
- Networking with fellow entrepreneurs
- A chance to pitch for grants
- Faqs
Frequently asked questions
Have questions about the SOLAP Enterprise Hub? We’ve put together answers to the most common inquiries about our programs, eligibility, mentorship, funding opportunities, and how we support entrepreneurs. This section is designed to help you quickly find the information you need to get started on your journey with us.