Application Deadline: 12 January 2026
Applications are now open for the 2026 Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award. 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.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the award, the applicant must:
- be a citizen of Nigeria
- be between 18 and 35 years of age
- submit their application which must be their original work
- have an MVP (minimum viable product) i.e., you have customers
- must be a limited liability company duly incorporated in Nigeria
- must be operating the company on a full-time basis
- must commit to being physically available to fully participate in the DAAYTA programs and
activities – Entrepreneurial education programme at the Pan Atlantic
University’s Enterprise Development Centre in Lagos, Nigeria - must commit to be available (physically or virtually) to participate in the 5-month
acceleration support for the development of their venture - be able to fund his/her/team’s travel expenses and other associated costs if required
- be virtually available (with co-founders/team where they exist) for the 2-day Pitch Workshop scheduled for April 15 – 16, 2026 (Wednesday & Thursday) and Final Pitch
Event scheduled for Friday, 17 April, 2026 - understand the business of ARM, what we stand for, and
- be ready to represent ARM as an Ambassador
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stages of the program.
Benefits
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
For More Information:
Visit the Official Webpage of the Deji Alli ARM Young Talent Award
