Call for Applications: Obichi Pitchlab Final Year to Founder Program 2025 (FUNDED)

Do you have any graduate or senior research projects that could be useful in the real world? Applications for the Obichi Pitchlab Final Year to Founder Program 2025 are still being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.

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About Obichi Pitchlab Final Year to Founder

Opportunity Details

The Young Innovation Leaders Fellowship, in partnership with The Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment - the Commercial Law Department, and the African University of Science and Technology (AUST) Abuja, is launching a groundbreaking program called Obichi PitchLab.

Obichi PitchLab transforms student and graduate research projects into thriving market ventures—bridging the gap between academia and the marketplace.  

Benefits of Obichi Pitchlab Final Year to Founder

  • Catalytic Grant: Monthly financial support—$100 (Bachelor’s), $150 (Master’s), $200 (PhD)

Each Obichi Scholar receives a comprehensive support package
valued at over $5,000, including:

  • Catalyst Grant
  • Expert Mentorship
  • Prototyping Support
  • IP Protection Guidance
  • Publication Support
  • Business Registration & Legal Setup
  • Commercialization & Investor Readiness Training
  • Total estimated value per participant: $5,000+

Obichi Pitchlab Final Year to Founder Requirements

 

  • Final-year Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD students in any discipline.
  • Recent graduates (within 2 years post-graduation).

 

  • Must be working on a research project with commercialization potential.

 

  • Application is completely free—no fees required.

Application Date and Process

Step 1: Check Eligibility: Final-year student or recent graduate (≤2 years), with a project that can be commercialized.

Step 2: Prepare Materials: Concept note, short CV/LinkedIn, and (for students) supervisor consent.

Step 3: Fill the Online Form: Provide your project summary, team info, and upload documents.

Step 4: Get Shortlisted: Top applicants will be invited to the next stage of the application.

Step 5: Join the Cohort: Successful candidates sign the training agreement, complete onboarding, and begin the program.

Application Deadline

30 September, 2025

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