The Federal Government of Nigeria has opened applications for the 2025 Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF), targeting young Nigerians involved in the creative and cultural industries.
The CEDF is a large-scale funding initiative offering up to $100,000 in financial support to scale production, increase market access, and promote economic empowerment within Nigeria’s creative sector.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Federal Government of Nigeria
- Eligible Countries: Nigeria
- Category: Training
- Reward: Access to $100,000 Funding | Job Creation & Opportunity | Business Mentorship
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: September 1, 2025
Scholarship Details
The Federal Government Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) is a transformative initiative developed to harness the full potential of Nigeria’s creative sector as a key driver of inclusive growth, innovation, and cultural diplomacy. Spearheaded by the Federal Ministry of Arts, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy (FMACTCE), the CEDF was approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) to stimulate innovation and provide sustainable financing opportunities to Nigeria’s cultural and creative economy.
The 2025 edition of the CEDF is strategically crafted to support businesses and entrepreneurs across the creative value chain—empowering them to expand operations, reach global markets, and contribute significantly to job creation. Through this program, the government aims to reposition Nigeria’s creative industries as a global force for economic diversification and youth employment.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2025, applicants must fall into one or more of the following categories within the creative and cultural sectors:
- Writers and publishers
- Artists and fashion designers
- Filmmakers and directors
- Gaming studios
- Cultural tourism providers
- Training institutions
- Media agencies
- Digital platforms
- Legal and logistics service providers
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the CEDF 2025 will receive:
- Access to $100,000 in capital support
- Business mentorship and advisory support
- Opportunity for job creation and enterprise growth
- Market expansion and export readiness
- Enhanced visibility for local creative enterprises
- Opening of new financing channels through IP securitization
Program Objectives
The key objectives of the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2025 include:
- Stimulating growth in Nigeria’s creative and cultural industries
- Providing capital injection for sectors such as music, fashion, film, gaming, publishing, art, and tourism
- Helping creative businesses expand production and access new markets
- Creating employment opportunities for young Nigerians
- Establishing models for intellectual property financing and collateralization
How to Apply
To apply for the Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF) 2025:
- Visit the application portal via the green button below
- Submit all required documents and business information
- Await communication from the program coordinators
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