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An initiative of the Daurama Foundation
Mentorship that shapes the next generation of Nigerian women leaders.
The Samira Buhari Mentorship Programme equips young Nigerian women with the business acumen, leadership skills, and networks to drive sustainable impact.
18 – 30
Years old
About SBMP
Empowering young women with the guidance and resources they need to succeed.
The Samira Buhari Mentorship Programme (SBMP) is all about empowering young women with the guidance and resources they need to succeed. Aimed at girls aged 18–30, the programme offers one-on-one mentorship, practical workshops, and training in critical areas like business planning, financial management, and digital literacy.
Each mentee is carefully matched with a mentor who understands their goals — providing personalised support to help them achieve their dreams.
- One-on-one mentorship matched to your goals
- Practical workshops and business training
- Internships, networking and an alumni community
The journey
Four stages that change everything.
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Connect
We carefully match you with a mentor who understands your journey — someone with the experience, networks, and empathy to guide you personally.
Learn
Workshops, training sessions, and one-on-one mentorship across business planning, financial management, digital literacy, and leadership.
Grow
You build a business, a network, and a community — with internships, alumni support, and grant funding available for top performers.
Program overview
A supportive ecosystem that nurtures growth and development.
Key components include mentorship matching, regular training sessions, networking opportunities, and access to valuable resources.
01
Empower Emerging Leaders
Equip young entrepreneurs and leaders with essential skills, knowledge, and networks to succeed.
02
Promote Sustainable Development
Foster leadership qualities emphasising ethical practices, community development, and sustainable business models.
03
₦10,000,000
In grant funding available to top performing mentees, alongside training and valuable support.
04
Enhance Business Acumen
Practical business training — financial management, marketing strategies, and operational efficiency — delivered through hands-on workshops.
Why SBMP was created
Helping young Nigerian girls realise their full potential.
Samira Buhari understands how powerful mentorship can be in shaping a person's life — and she wanted to extend that same support to others. SBMP was designed to fill the gap in mentorship for leadership and entrepreneurship, helping young women step up and make a real impact in their communities and beyond.
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Positive feedback
Stories from the women we've walked alongside.
Discover how SBMP has transformed the lives of young women — the power of mentorship, in their own words.
SBMP ignited a spark within me, transforming my business idea into a thriving venture. The mentorship and training were invaluable.
Aisha Suleiman
Mentee · Entrepreneur
FAQs
Questions, answered.
The programme is open to young Nigerian women with a passion for entrepreneurship
and leadership.
There may be specific eligibility criteria such as age, educational background, or
business stage,
which will be clearly outlined in the application process.
Mentees can expect comprehensive support, including personalised mentorship, access
to expert
training, networking opportunities, and resources to help them develop their
entrepreneurial
skills and leadership potential.
The duration of the mentorship programme will vary depending on the specific
programme design.
It could range from a few months to a year or longer. Detailed information about the
programme
duration will be provided during the application process.
From the programme
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Latest news & stories.
SBMP welcomes its newest cohort of 40 young women entrepreneurs
Forty mentees from across Nigeria have joined the programme this cycle — each paired with a mentor and a personalised growth plan. Here's what the first weeks look like.
Read the storyHow three SBMP alumni scaled their businesses in a year
From informal trading to registered ventures — the practical steps that made the difference.
Inside the financial management workshop with SBMP mentors
What mentees actually learned about cash flow, pricing, and planning for the months ahead.
Applications open for the next round of grant funding
Up to ₦10,000,000 is available to top-performing mentees. Here's who can apply and how.
Take the next step
Your future self is already in the room.
Join a community of young Nigerian women building businesses, leading with ethics, and shaping the future of the continent.