Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs 2026

The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) is now open for applications for the 2026 cohort. This prestigious award continues its mission to empower young Nigerian entrepreneurs with bold, socially meaningful ideas and to support them with real resources and mentorship.

Established in honour of ARM’s founding CEO, Deji Alli, DAAYTA reflects ARM’s long-standing commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and its dedication to nurturing the next generation of changemakers. By investing in young visionaries who are creating social impact through innovation, ARM is reinforcing its vision of building a better and more inclusive future.

About Deji Alli Young Talent Award (DAAYTA)

The Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) programme was inaugurated by ARM in honor of its founding CEO in 2015 to promote lifelong learning by helping young Nigerian graduates and undergraduates bring ideas to life. The initiative is in line with the Firm’s commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) with the aim of building a generation of change leaders, working together to build a better future.... continue reading

Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

Aim and Benefits of Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs

DAAYTA is not just a grant, it’s a transformative entrepreneurial journey. The 2026 winner will receive ?12,000,000 over one year, allocated for:

• Crafting and refining a robust business plan
• Completing a certificate in entrepreneurial education at Pan-Atlantic University’s Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), Lagos

• Joining a 5-month acceleration programme at a top-tier innovation hub in Lagos

Requirements for Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award for Young Nigerian Entrepreneurs Qualification

We are calling on young entrepreneurs (students, graduates, early-stage founders) across Nigeria who:

• Have a clear, innovative business idea
• Are deeply committed to driving positive changes in their communities
• Want to scale with long-term support (not just funding)

Check also:Tony Elumelu Foundation African Entrepreneurship Programme 2026

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award (DAAYTA) webpage