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Accelerating Business Access

Transforming Nigeria's Informal Sector

About the Project

ABA is a bold initiative to formalize Nigeria's informal sector through ecosystems. With 80% of Nigeria's workforce operating informally, we are building a digital and community-based infrastructure to bring access to finance, training, and legal tools.

"Formalising for Growth and Prosperity by Leverageing AI"

— Abisayo Busari Akinnadeju

ABA Project Transforming Nigeria's Informal Sector

What We Offer

Financial & Digital Literacy

Empowering entrepreneurs with essential knowledge to manage finances and leverage digital tools effectively.

Legal Identity

Assistance with CAC registration, NIN, BVN, and forming cooperatives to establish legal business identity.

Business Growth Clinics

Specialized workshops and mentoring sessions to accelerate business development and sustainability.

Access to Microfinance

Connecting entrepreneurs with appropriate financial services and capital to grow their businesses.

Tech Tools

Accessible technology solutions including WhatsApp, USSD, and mobile applications designed for all literacy levels.

Community-Based Hubs

Physical centers providing resources, training, and community support for local entrepreneurs.

Pilot Locations

Lagos

Urban

Our urban pilot serves the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem of Lagos, Nigeria's economic hub.

Nasarawa/FCT

Semi-Urban

Bridging the gap between urban and rural entrepreneurship in Nigeria's central region.

Akungba-Akoko

Rural

Supporting grassroots entrepreneurship and creating sustainable economic opportunities in rural communities.

Impact & Vision

20,000+
Entrepreneurs
18
Months
2026
Nationwide Scale

Our mission is to empower over 20,000 entrepreneurs in just 18 months. We're building trust-based formalization pathways that respect the dignity and autonomy of informal business owners, with plans to scale nationwide by 2026.

Through our community-centered approach, we're creating sustainable ecosystems that bridge access to finance, identity, skills, and markets.

Faces of ABA

"I didn't think someone like me could register my business. Now I teach others the pathway to growth. I am a CEO."

Grace
Mobile food seller, Nasarawa

Join Us

Be part of transforming Nigeria's informal sector and creating sustainable economic opportunities.