Transform Your Idea Into an Investment-Ready Venture
50 young innovators. 4 weeks. Real mentorship, real funding, real impact.
A structured 4-week path from idea to investor.
The JCI Ibadan Elite Social Innovation Accelerator (SIA) is a structured 4-week programme designed to identify and develop early-stage entrepreneurs building solutions to Nigeria's most pressing challenges. From idea validation to investor pitching, we walk with you every step of the way.
Who Can Apply?
- ✓Young entrepreneurs aged 18–35
- ✓Early-stage startups or individuals with ideas
- ✓Teams building scalable, impact-driven solutions
- ✓Founders committed to solving community challenges
We're looking for ventures solving real problems in:
Food Security & Agriculture
Rethinking how communities grow, distribute, and access food
Education
Building learning solutions that work for African realities
Health
Making quality healthcare accessible and affordable
Climate & Environment
Sustainable solutions for a changing planet
Technology for Social Impact
Using tech to solve problems that matter
Your 4-Week Journey
- Phase 01 · Weeks 1–2
Open Call
Applications open. 50 innovators selected nationwide.
01Phase 01 · Weeks 1–2Open Call
Applications open. 50 innovators selected nationwide.
- Phase 02 · Weeks 3–6
Accelerator Lab
4 weeks of hands-on training covering problem validation, business model development, sustainability, and growth marketing.
02Phase 02 · Weeks 3–6Accelerator Lab
4 weeks of hands-on training covering problem validation, business model development, sustainability, and growth marketing.
- Phase 03 · End of Week 6
Midpoint Evaluation
Panel review. Top 10 ventures selected for advanced support.
03Phase 03 · End of Week 6Midpoint Evaluation
Panel review. Top 10 ventures selected for advanced support.
- Phase 04 · 2 Days
Intensive Bootcamp
Financial modelling, pitch deck development, and investor readiness coaching.
04Phase 04 · 2 DaysIntensive Bootcamp
Financial modelling, pitch deck development, and investor readiness coaching.
- Phase 05 · August 29
Grand Pitch Day
Top 10 pitch to investors. Top 3 win seed funding, mentorship & media exposure.
05Phase 05 · August 29Grand Pitch Day
Top 10 pitch to investors. Top 3 win seed funding, mentorship & media exposure.
We Back Founders Who Are Building Something Real
Solving real problems
Your venture addresses a clearly defined, painful challenge
Scalable beyond one location
The model can grow across communities or markets
Sustainable by design
Financially and operationally built to last
Impact you can measure
Clear outcomes, not just good intentions
Applications Close July 20, 2026
Don't wait — spots are limited to 50 innovators. Apply today and take the first step.
Questions? Reach us at sia@jciibadanelite.org