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Call for Applications: Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program (FLAP) 2026

 


Publication Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026

Location: Abuja, Nigeria


Call for Applications: Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program (FLAP) 2026

For Nigerian Youths & Entrepreneurs

Flour Mills of Nigeria (FMN) Plc has officially opened applications for the Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program (FLAP) 2026, a flagship leadership and entrepreneurship development initiative designed to empower young Nigerians, innovators, and emerging entrepreneurs with the skills, exposure, and support required to thrive in today’s competitive business environment.

The FLAP 2026 program is part of FMN’s commitment to youth development, job creation, innovation, and sustainable economic growth across Nigeria. The accelerator program targets passionate individuals who are eager to build impactful careers, scalable enterprises, and solutions that can transform communities and industries.


About the FLAP 2026 Program

The Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program is an intensive, hands-on development program that provides participants with:

  • World-class leadership and entrepreneurship training

  • Business incubation and mentorship

  • Access to industry experts and business leaders

  • Practical project-based learning

  • Exposure to real-world business challenges

  • Networking and collaboration opportunities

  • Potential funding, internships, and career pathways

The program is structured to nurture innovative ideas, develop entrepreneurial capacity, and prepare participants for leadership roles within the private sector and the broader Nigerian economy.


Who Can Apply?

The program is open to:

  • Nigerian youths aged 18 – 35 years

  • Early-stage entrepreneurs and startup founders

  • Final-year students and recent graduates

  • Young professionals passionate about leadership, business, innovation, and impact

  • Agribusiness, food production, manufacturing, logistics, technology, and sustainability enthusiasts


Key Focus Areas

  • Agribusiness & Food Systems

  • Manufacturing & Supply Chain

  • Business Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  • Technology & Digital Transformation

  • Sustainability & Climate-Smart Solutions

  • Leadership & Corporate Management


Benefits of Participating

Participants will benefit from:

  • Intensive leadership development

  • Startup acceleration and business advisory

  • Mentorship from FMN executives and industry professionals

  • Certificate of participation

  • Career placement and business growth opportunities

  • Access to Flour Mills’ innovation and enterprise ecosystem


How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should follow the steps below:

Step 1: Online Application

Visit the official Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program application portal and complete the online form:

👉 Apply here: https://www.fmnplc.com/careers (or official FMN FLAP portal when published)

Step 2: Prepare Required Information

Applicants will be required to submit:

  • Personal details

  • Educational background

  • Business idea or professional interest

  • Statement of purpose (why you should be selected)

  • CV / Resume (if applicable)

Step 3: Screening & Shortlisting

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email and phone for:

  • Online assessments

  • Interviews

  • Pitch sessions (for entrepreneurs)

Step 4: Final Selection & Onboarding

Successful applicants will receive official confirmation and onboarding instructions.


Application Deadline

Deadline: To be announced by Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
(Applicants are encouraged to apply early as slots are limited.)


Why You Should Apply

The FLAP 2026 is a unique opportunity to:

  • Build leadership confidence

  • Scale your business idea

  • Gain real industry exposure

  • Connect with top professionals

  • Become part of Nigeria’s next generation of business leaders


For More Information

Visit: https://www.fmnplc.com
Follow: @FlourMillsNigeria on social media platforms


Flour Mills Future Leader Accelerator Program (FLAP) 2026 – Empowering the Next Generation of Nigerian Leaders.



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