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The Jerry Eze Foundation Entrepreneurship Grant has released the list of shortlisted candidates for the next phase of its grant programme, with successful applicants now advancing to the next stage of evaluation.
The development follows a competitive application process that attracted a large number of entries from entrepreneurs across Nigeria.
Shortlisted candidates notified via email
Shortlisted applicants were formally notified on Friday via email, confirming their progression in the selection process.
A message sent to successful candidates reads:
“We are pleased to inform you that your application for the Jerry Eze Foundation Entrepreneurship Grant has been shortlisted. This is an important milestone in the selection process.”
The notification further explains that the foundation’s review committee will conduct a detailed assessment of all shortlisted applications before final decisions are made. The notification is also available on each shortlisted applicant’s dashboard.
Next stage to focus on detailed review
According to the communication, the shortlisting marks a transition into a more rigorous phase of evaluation.
Candidates have been advised to ensure that all supporting documents submitted during the application process are complete and up to date, as these will be critical for the next stage of screening.
Incomplete documentation may affect final consideration.
How to check
In addition to email notifications, applicants can also verify their status through the official Jerry Eze grant portal: https://jefbusinessgrant.com.
Candidates who have not received an email can log into the grant portal to confirm their application status.
The portal provides an alternative channel for candidates to confirm whether they have progressed to the next stage.
$525,000 grant programme targets Nigerian entrepreneurs
The Pastor Jerry Eze Entrepreneurship Grant, valued at $525,000, is designed to support Nigerian entrepreneurs by providing funding to qualified applicants.
The initiative represents a significant private-sector intervention aimed at addressing financing challenges faced by small businesses in the country.
Final selection pending
With the shortlisting phase now underway, attention shifts to the final stage of the process, where beneficiaries of the grant programme will be selected.
For shortlisted candidates, the current phase represents a critical step toward accessing funding under the initiative, subject to the outcome of the ongoing review.
