NCDF IMPACT CIRCLE SERIES 05

From Opportunity to Execution

Mobilising Capital and Partnerships for Nigerian Enterprise

A practical conversation on preparing Nigerian businesses and projects for capital, strategic partnerships and sustainable growth.

Hosted by NCDF Knowledge Institute

Build the foundations for your next stage of growth

What does it take to turn a promising business or project into an opportunity that investors, customers and strategic partners can confidently assess?

Join NCDF Knowledge Institute for the next Impact Circle Series as we explore the preparation, commercial relationships and execution capabilities Nigerian enterprises need to move forward.

With Nigerian businesses and institutions at the centre of the discussion, the forum will examine how sound financial information, effective governance, digital systems and clearly defined partnerships can support growth. Diaspora professionals and international partners with an interest in Nigerian enterprise are also welcome.

Why Attend?

  • Understand what investors and strategic partners look for when assessing a business or project.
  • Identify gaps in financial information, governance and business preparation.
  • Explore how technology, operational capability and market access support growth.
  • Consider how different forms of capital and partnership can address specific business needs.
  • Bring your questions to the discussion and identify practical next steps for your enterprise.

Who Should Join

The forum is designed primarily for Nigerian entrepreneurs, SME owners, business executives, project sponsors and investors. It is also relevant to corporate partners, business associations, government representatives and development institutions working with Nigerian enterprises.

Diaspora professionals and international organisations seeking to support business growth and investment in Nigeria are welcome to participate.

What we will explore

Preparing enterprises for investment

The commercial evidence, financial information, management capability and implementation plans needed to support credible conversations with investors and partners.

Matching capital and partnerships to business needs

How Nigerian enterprises can define what they need and engage suitable financing, commercial, technology and institutional partners.

Strengthening the ability to deliver

The role of digital systems, operational processes, infrastructure and market access in putting growth plans into practice.

Measuring progress and results

How clear responsibilities, milestones and reporting help partners track business performance, job creation and productivity.

A focused discussion with practical relevance

The programme will combine practical Nigerian enterprise and project examples, moderated discussion and audience questions. Participants can express interest in further business preparation support or relevant partnership discussions following the event.

Event Details

Join from Nigeria or abroad

Date

Thursday, 29 October 2026

Time

Nigeria 4:00 p.m. WAT
United Kingdom 3:00 p.m. GMT
New York 11:00 a.m. EDT
Los Angeles 8:00 a.m. PDT

Venue

Online via Zoom
(The event will take place online. Register to receive joining instructions and event updates.)

Register for NCDF Impact Circle Series 05

Join a focused conversation on the capital, partnerships and preparation needed to strengthen Nigerian enterprise. Bring your business priorities, project questions and partnership interests.

Featured Speaker

Hareter Babatunde Oralusi