The iDICE Startup Bridge Accelerator is a 12-week hybrid program designed to accelerate pre-revenue startups across Nigeria. Backed by Ventures Platform, the initiative supports bold, high-potential founders building solutions aligned with Nigeria’s economic development and innovation goals. Through a combination of funding, mentorship, and exposure, the program equips early-stage ventures with the resources needed to achieve national scale and investor readiness.
Program Overview
- Program Name: iDICE Startup Bridge Accelerator
- Organizer: Ventures Platform
- Program Format: Hybrid – virtual support, regional workshops, and Lagos bootcamp
- Program Duration: 12 weeks
- Target Region: Nigeria
- Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
Key Features & Benefits
- Funding:
- $100,000 investment for 5% equity per startup
- Additional $100,000 available post-Demo Day upon attracting investor interest
- Support Framework:
- Tailored mentorship and business advisory
- Sector-specific expert sessions
- Investor readiness coaching
- Regional activations and nationwide visibility
- Immersive Experience:
- Intensive boot camp in Lagos
- National exposure through Demo Day presentations
- In-person and virtual engagement across program stages
Eligible Sectors
The program is open to startups across a wide range of industries, including:
- Agribusiness
- Healthcare
- ICT
- Creative, Media & Entertainment
- Transport & Logistics
- Construction & Manufacturing
- Retail & Wholesale
- Business Services
- Leisure & Travel
- Consumer Non-Durables
- Water, Sanitation & Hygiene
- Circular Economy
Impact Goals
The accelerator aligns with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 5: Gender Equality
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
The iDICE Startup Bridge Accelerator offers a robust platform for Nigeria’s emerging entrepreneurs to scale breakthrough ideas with real-world impact. With equity funding, deep mentorship, and national exposure, the program provides a strategic launchpad for startups shaping the future of innovation across Nigeria. Interested founders are encouraged to apply by September 30, 2025.