PalmPay, Nigeria’s leading neobank, has announced the first set of winners in its Hustle Grant campaign, a bold initiative designed to fuel the ambitions of small business owners and entrepreneurs nationwide.
Launched on August 28 and running until September 29, the Hustle Grant is more than just funding; it’s PalmPay’s commitment to standing beside everyday Nigerians as they transform their hustle into thriving enterprises that create real community impact.
Celebrating the First Winners
In this first round, four outstanding entrepreneurs emerged from thousands of entries, each receiving N500,000 to scale their dreams. The winners embody the spirit of resilience and innovation driving Nigeria’s economy:
- A prolific community builder in Kebbi State.
- Two budding fashion designers in Lagos and Jos.
- A farmer.
With this vital support, these entrepreneurs can now take their ideas to the next level, creating impact that will ripple far beyond their personal success.
How to Apply
Entrepreneurs across the country continue to submit their entries on social media using the hashtag #PalmPayHustleGrant. From these submissions, the top entries will be shortlisted, with four more winners set to be announced in the final round.
Empowering Transformation
This initiative is a reflection of PalmPay’s core mission: building tools that don’t just make financial services smarter, but make ambitions possible. The Hustle Grant is a platform for turning bold ideas into impact stories, ensuring that Nigerians chasing their dreams have the resources to reach the next level.
As the company celebrates its 6th anniversary, the Hustle Grant reinforces PalmPay’s role as a brand that empowers transformation. For every Nigerian who chooses PalmPay, the brand proves it is more than a digital banking platform—it’s a trusted financial partner committed to their growth.