The Lagos SME boot camp has drawn 1,000 entrepreneurs across multiple sectors, marking one of the largest turnouts for a small business capacity-building event in the state this year. Organizers said the event was created to equip emerging and established entrepreneurs with the tools needed to scale sustainably.
The boot camp featured expert-led sessions on finance, branding, digital marketing, and business structuring. Participants also engaged in hands-on workshops focused on practical challenges small businesses face, including access to credit, customer acquisition, and compliance demands.
According to event facilitators, the high turnout reflects rising interest among Nigerian entrepreneurs in formal business training as economic pressures increase the need for strategy, innovation, and resilience. Many attendees said they came to gain clarity on scaling, funding options, and how to maintain competitive advantage in crowded markets.
Stakeholders from financial institutions and enterprise development organizations were also present, offering mentorship and sharing insights on funding pathways tailored to micro, small, and medium businesses. Several speakers emphasized that strong business education remains one of the most important foundations for SME survival.
The success of the boot camp has prompted organizers to consider expanding it to other states, noting that Nigeria’s SME sector continues to play a key role in job creation and economic growth.
