FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program 2025

The FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program is a national initiative designed to help Nigeria’s most promising agritech startups and SMEs build the capacity to secure funding, scale, and sustain long-term growth.

Delivered with Heave Ventures, the 6-week program combines funding opportunities, business advisory, and access to a strong network of investors, banks, and industry partners

• Table of Content
• About First City Monument Bank (FCMB)
• FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program
• Aim and Benefits of FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program
• Requirements for FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program Qualification
• Interview date, Process and Venue for FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program

Application Deadline	12 Sep 2025
Type	Entrepreneurs
Sponsor	First City Monument Bank (FCMB)
Gender	Men and Women

Aim and Benefits of FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program

?20 Million in Grants

For the most investment-ready businesses.

Investor & Bank Demo Day

You get to pitch directly to funders, DFIs, and strategic partners.

Zimara Fundability Scorecard

Understand exactly how investors and banks view your business.

Strategic Introductions

Network and connect with off-takers, buyers, and accelerators.

6-Week Bootcamp

Experience practical coaching, capital planning, and growth strategies.

Expert Advisory

Weekly sessions with VC mentors, bankers, and market experts

E-Learning Platform

Gain access to tools and resources for building strong, bankable models.

Media & Brand Visibility

Get featured on FCMB and Heave Ventures investor channels.

Post-Program Support

Access to ongoing funding and business development opportunities.

Requirements for FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program Qualification

• Agritech startups and SMEs solving key challenges in the agriculture value chain.
• Businesses with a viable model, traction, or consistent revenue.
• Founders seeking capital and market access.

Interview date, Process and Venue for FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program

Program Schedule

Applications Open

August 8th, 2025

Applications Close

September 12th, 2025

Fundability Scoring (via Zimara):

September 12th to 26th, 2025

Investment Readiness Program

October 1st, 2025 to October 31st, 2025

Demo Day

November 7th, 2025

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Application Deadline

September 12, 2025

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to First City Monument Bank (FCMB) on zimara.org to apply

For more details, visit FCMB-FMO AgriTech Investment Readiness Program webpage