Pitch for Grants & Support: Boluwatito Hector vs. Ogunlana Gift – Who Wins ₦250,000

The Pitch for Grants & Support contest is set to showcase two ambitious entrepreneurs, Boluwatito Hector and Ogunlana Gift, as they compete for the ₦250,000 cash prize in an intense LIVE WhatsApp pitch event on March 15, 2025, at 10 AM Nigerian time. Each contestant will answer five key questions, with three minutes to respond per question, as they try to convince the audience and judges that their business deserves the funding.

Meet the Contestants

Boluwatito Hector is bringing innovation to the food industry with his Food Delivery App, a seamless platform connecting customers with vendors, restaurants, marts, pharmacies, and even local farmers. The app allows users to browse, order, and manage carts across multiple vendors, ensuring transparent pricing and convenience. With the growing demand for digital food services, Hector’s business is positioned to make a significant impact on the market.

Ogunlana Gift, on the other hand, is a roadside food vendor who has built a thriving business by providing affordable and delicious local meals. With a strong focus on fast service, accessibility, and quality home-cooked meals, Gift’s business serves working-class individuals and commuters daily. Her pitch will highlight the importance of scaling small food businesses, creating employment, and preserving Nigeria’s rich culinary heritage.

How the Winner Will Be Decided

The winner will be determined based on public comments and private judges' evaluations, with the official announcement set for April 1, 2025. Audience engagement is key, as every comment will contribute to selecting the most compelling pitch.

Note: A 10% administrative fee will be deducted from the ₦250,000 cash prize, meaning the final winner will receive ₦225,000.

Who will capture the judges' and audience’s hearts - Hector’s tech-driven food solution or Gift’s grassroots food business? Join the WhatsApp LIVE event and witness the battle for funding!

* Date: March 15, 2025
* Time: 10 AM (Nigerian Time)
* Platform: WhatsApp LIVE

Let the best pitch win!