Petty Traders Grant Support Programme – Oct to Dec 2025 | Apply Now for Financial Assistance
The Petty Traders Grant Support Programme is back for the final quarter of 2025 (October – December), offering financial support to small and micro-scale traders across Nigeria. This initiative aims to uplift hardworking individuals who run small businesses such as food vendors, tailors, artisans, hairdressers, barbers, and market traders by providing non-repayable cash grants to help them grow their trade and sustain their income.
About the Programme
The Petty Traders Grant Support Programme is a government-backed initiative designed to promote economic inclusion and reduce poverty by empowering local entrepreneurs. The scheme provides financial grants ranging from ₦30,000 to ₦100,000 to eligible petty traders who demonstrate commitment to expanding their small businesses.
This phase (October–December 2025) focuses on helping small traders recover from inflation pressures and rising business costs, ensuring they can continue to contribute to their communities and local economies.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Petty Traders Grant, applicants must:
- Be a Nigerian citizen aged 18 years and above.
- Own or operate a small business or petty trade (e.g., food selling, tailoring, phone charging, barbing, hairdressing, shoe making, etc.).
- Have a valid means of identification (NIN, voter’s card, or national ID).
- Be willing to provide basic business details during registration.
- Not be a current beneficiary of any other federal or state government grant programme.
Grant Amount
Successful applicants will receive between ₦30,000 and ₦100,000, depending on the scale of their business and the available funding for their region.
Application Timeline
Application Opens: October 15, 2025
Application Closes: December 20, 2025
Disbursement Period: Rolling basis from November to December 2025
How to Apply
1. Visit the official grant registration portal via
👉 www.pettytradersgrant.gov.ng
2. Click on “Apply Now” and fill in your business and personal details.
3. Upload a valid ID and a passport photograph.
4. Submit your application and wait for confirmation via SMS or email.
Important Notes
- Application is completely FREE. Do not pay anyone for forms or assistance.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for verification.
- Beneficiaries will receive funds directly into their bank accounts after verification.
Why This Matters
Micro and petty traders form the backbone of Nigeria’s informal economy. Supporting them with grants not only boosts local trade but also strengthens household income and national economic growth. The Petty Traders Grant Programme continues to make a real impact by giving small entrepreneurs the push they need to thrive.
