Ibom-LED Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme (EAP)

The Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme (EAP) is Ibom-LED’s flagship MSME development initiative, designed to help start-up entrepreneurs build resilient, scalable, and globally competitive businesses. Delivered quarterly, EAP provides a structured deep-dive into the fundamentals of starting, strengthening, and sustaining an enterprise within today’s evolving economy.

Programme Overview

EAP offers hands-on business development training that equips participants with the clarity, structure, and strategy required to grow sustainably. The programme blends practical learning, expert faculty engagement, and a strong support ecosystem backed by the Government of Akwa Ibom State.

Ideal Participants
  • Founders building early-stage ventures
  • Owners of micro and small businesses looking to scale
  • Women and youth enterprise leaders
  • Professionals transitioning into entrepreneurship
  • Community leaders managing economic empowerment initiatives

What Makes EAP Different

  • A curriculum aligned with global MSME growth standards
  • Immersive sessions with experienced facilitators and industry practitioners
  • Training that emphasizes real-world application and growth outcomes
  • Access to business support pathways across the state’s enterprise ecosystem
  • Inclusion in the Ibom-LED Alumni Network for continuous support and collaboration

Core Learning Modules

Participants gain mastery in critical areas of enterprise development, including:

  • Business Ideation and Model Design
  • Financial Literacy, Record Keeping & Cash Flow Management
  • Branding, Market Positioning & Customer Acquisition
  • Leveraging Digital Tools for Business Growth
  • Operations, Systems & Structure for MSMEs
  • Leadership, Corporate Governance & Ethical Business Practices
  • Pitching, Investor Readiness & Access to Finance
  • Growth Architecture for Scaling Small Enterprises

Each module is designed to ensure participants make measurable progress toward stronger business foundations.

Programme Impact

EAP has empowered thousands of entrepreneurs across Akwa Ibom State with the skills and confidence to run sustainable, structured businesses. Many alumni have gone on to access grants, expand their operations, and create employment opportunities—strengthening the state’s economic landscape.

Eligibility

  • Open to residents and indigenes of Akwa Ibom State
  • Suitable for individuals running or intending to start a business
  • Participants must be available for all sessions
  • Ability to use a smartphone or computer for digital components

Programme Structure/Fees

The program is offered quarterly as an intensive, instructor-led course delivered at the Ibom-LED Centre, designed to accommodate entrepreneurs balancing their businesses and learning commitments. Under the Ibom-LED mandate, the program’s fees are highly subsidized to support enterprise development across the state.

FAQ

Funding is not automatic, but participants are better positioned for grant and loan opportunities following the programme.

Yes. Certificates are issued to all participants who complete the full programme.

 No. The programme accommodates entrepreneurs across various sectors.

Office Address: Ibom-LED Centre, Uyo (Former e-liberary)
 Email: info@ibomled.com
 Phone: +2347089679994