To bolster Nigeria’s innovation landscape, the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) has entered into a partnership with Envision Management Solutions Ltd., the Nigerian arm of the Canada-based Envision Group.
According to a statement by Reuben Shagu, Head of Information and Public Relations at NBTI, the collaboration is expected to open up new opportunities for indigenous enterprises by facilitating access to funding, international networks, and world-class capacity-building programmes.
The partnership directly aligns with NBTI’s mandate to foster innovation and support the growth of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) across the country through its network of Technology Incubation Centres (TICs).
Describing the initiative as a transformative step forward, NBTI Director General, Dr Kazeem Kolawole Raji, stated that the move supports President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda and the Federal Government’s “Nigeria First” policy.
“This partnership is a game-changer. It introduces global expertise and renewed momentum into our innovation space. We are building a more dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable ecosystem empowering Nigerian entrepreneurs with the tools and support to thrive locally and compete globally,” Dr Raji said.
He further reaffirmed NBTI’s commitment to leading public sector innovation through transparent governance, institutional excellence, and strategic partnerships that deliver measurable impact.
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Chief Executive Officer of Envision Management Solutions Ltd., Ibraheem Haruna, noted that the partnership would revitalise Nigeria’s innovation landscape through expertise in digital transformation, entrepreneurship development, policy formulation, and agile leadership.
“Our vision is clear to enable Nigerian innovators to transform bold ideas into impactful solutions. This alliance will strengthen MSMEs, unlock new pathways for local entrepreneurs, and accelerate Nigeria’s transition towards a knowledge-driven economy,” Haruna stated.
Under the agreement, Envision will deliver a comprehensive suite of strategic services, including:
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Mobilising local and international grants, donor funding, and innovation finance for NBTI and its incubatees;
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Attracting diaspora investment and establishing global networks for Nigerian startups;
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Providing advanced training in innovation management, entrepreneurship, and grant compliance;
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Organising trade missions, innovation expos, investor forums, and crowdfunding initiatives;
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Developing a robust Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) framework to assess performance and track impact.
Together, NBTI and Envision aim to create a future where innovation is nurtured and celebrated, and where Nigerian startups are empowered to drive economic growth, create jobs, and provide sustainable solutions to national challenges.
