About Us
About the Nigerian ESO Collaborative
The Nigeria ESOs Collaborative is a network of dedicated enterprise support organizations committed to fostering the growth and development of Nigeria's entrepreneurial ecosystem with a drive to empower entrepreneurs across Nigeria and beyond by providing comprehensive support, resources, and a unified platform for collaboration, capacity building and innovation.
Why the ESO Collaborative Matters
The Collaborative brings together a diverse range of Enterprise Support Organizations (ESOs) that share a common goal to drive sustainable economic growth through entrepreneurship. By pooling collective expertise and resources, the collaborative aims to enhance the capacity of Nigerian ESOs, helping them overcome challenges and seize opportunities in a dynamic business environment to fill the following gaps as identified in the recent ESO Mapping report:
Identified Gaps in the ESO Ecosystem
Low Levels of Enterprise Readiness
Low Capacity of ESOs to Deliver Effective Programs
Limited Sectors of Focus
Disconnect Between MSME Investment & Access to Finance
Our Vision
To foster a vibrant and inclusive ecosystem of empowered enterprise support organizations (ESOs) driving sustainable economic growth and innovation across Nigeria through collaborative support initiatives.
Our Mission
- To collaborate to build an ecosystem where ESOs thrive,
- To engage with stakeholders to increase investments (with a focus on impact investments) into enterprises by providing comprehensive, accessible, and impactful support services
- To develop globally competitive ESOs which are sustainable, innovative, well governed, cooperating and profitable.
- To contribute to a sustainable enabling impact investing ecosystem in Nigeria
Core Values
By adhering to these core values, ESOs Collaborative endeavors to create a supportive ecosystem where Nigerian enterprises can thrive, grow, and contribute meaningfully to the nation's economic prosperity and societal well-being.
Collaboration
The collaborative believes in the power of collaboration to drive collective impact and create synergy among ESOs, government agencies, financial institutions, academia, and other stakeholders.
Inclusivity
We are committed to promoting inclusivity and equity by ensuring that support services are accessible to enterprises of all sizes, sectors, and regions across Nigeria.
Innovation
We embrace innovation as a catalyst for economic growth and competitiveness, fostering a culture of creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement in our support initiatives.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct in all our interactions and operations, earning the trust and confidence of stakeholders.