Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises program by the Nigerian government, aimed at supporting startups.
Nigerian startups get funding boost
The Nigerian government is launching new funds through the iDICE programme to support startups in the creative and technology sectors. DailyPay, a startup founded by Temidayo Dauda, allows employees to access their salaries daily instead of monthly.
Ventures Platform closes $64 million, elevating Nigerian government as investor
Ventures Platform raised $64 million in the first close of its $75 million fund. The Nigerian government is backing the fund through the iDICE program.
Ventures Platform closes $64 million fund with Nigeria’s government as an investor
The Nigerian government is directly investing in startups for the first time through Ventures Platform. Ventures Platform has announced a $64 million first close for its second fund, VP Pan-African Fund II.
Ventures Platform, one of Africa’s most active early-stage investors, has raised another $64 million
Ventures Platform has raised $64 million for its second fund, targeting a final close of $75 million. The Nigerian government has invested in Ventures Platform's fund through its iDICE program, marking a significant milestone.
