The British American Tobacco Nigeria Foundation has welcomed Michael Okpara University of Agriculture Umudike (MOUAU) into its Graduate Agripreneur Programme (GAP), awarding ₦6 million in grants to four top graduates. Each graduate received ₦1.5 million to support the launch of their agribusiness ventures.
“This is a significant milestone as we continue building a strong network of young agripreneurs across Nigeria,” the Foundation stated. “With MOUAU joining the programme, GAP now covers four leading agricultural institutions and has supported 22 graduates in 2025 alone.”
So far this year, the Graduate Agripreneur Programme has invested over ₦33 million into youth-led agriculture startups. This investment aims to strengthen agribusiness development, food production, and economic growth, while also creating jobs for young Nigerians.
The latest beneficiaries, Miss Ibiam Chioma, Miss Ngama Vivian, Ugwu Chibuzor, and Uwa Chukwuemeka, have been selected for their innovative agribusiness proposals.
According to the Foundation, “We’re proud to support and champion these future changemakers as they turn their ideas into impact.”
By offering mentorship, funding, and technical tools, the Foundation emphasizes that “the future of agriculture lies in the hands of passionate, equipped, and empowered youth,” adding that such support is key to improving food security in Nigeria.
