Fembol Group has successfully hosted the Fembol Student Grant Pitch Day, a flagship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative aimed at empowering young innovators through funding, mentorship, and exposure.
The Student Grant program attracted over 500 applications from students across various institutions.
Following an initial screening process, shortlisted applicants participated in an intensive one-day entrepreneurship bootcamp, where they received hands-on training, guidance, and insights to refine their ideas and pitching skills.
From this rigorous process, 10 outstanding student entrepreneurs emerged as finalists and received ₦200,000 each in support to further develop their ideas.
The finalists pitched innovative and impact-driven solutions across various sectors at the grand finale and were evaluated by a panel of industry professionals based on innovation, feasibility, scalability, and execution.
The event featured welcome addresses, a keynote session, an overview of Fembol Group’s vision, highlights of the Student Grant Challenge, a competitive pitching session, and a networking breakout. Following a thorough deliberation process, three finalists were selected as winners of the Fembol Student Grant.
The winners received grants totaling over $2,000, distributed as follows:
Winner: approximately $1,000
Pemnia Wellness — Opeyemi Adebisi
Pemnia Wellness focuses on promoting holistic health and wellness through accessible and sustainable solutions.
1st Runner-Up: approximately $670
Versatile Energy — Nura Idris
Versatile Energy delivers innovative energy solutions aimed at improving efficiency and sustainability.
2nd Runner-Up: approximately $330
Save Extra Ecopads — Joy Mamkwe
Save Extra Ecopads addresses menstrual health challenges by providing eco-friendly and affordable sanitary products.
Speaking at the event, a representative of Fembol Group reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to youth development and innovation.
“At Fembol, we believe in investing in young people with bold ideas and the courage to execute them. Through the Student Grant initiative, we are not just funding ideas — we are building the future,” the representative said.
Beyond financial support, participants benefited from mentorship, constructive feedback from judges, and valuable networking opportunities, positioning them for long-term growth and long-term success.
The Fembol Student Grant Pitch Day reflects Fembol Group’s ongoing commitment to fostering entrepreneurship, supporting innovation, and enabling the next generation of business leaders to thrive.
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