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Startup HalfHourAuthor: Francis Onuk
A tech and business radio show/Blog for entrepreneurs by entrepreneurs to inspire, motivate & teaching business owners or those thinking of starting. From Ibom Plaza to global game changers, hear how they did it, what they did right & wrong, and why they are so passionate about their business. Language: en Genres: Business, Entrepreneurship Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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The Grant Game with Francis Onuk
Tuesday, 20 January, 2026
Too many Nigerians miss grants and funding opportunities — not because they’re not qualified, but because they’re not prepared.In this solo episode of Startup HalfHour, I break down THE GRANT GAME — a practical, no-fluff conversation on how SMEs, freelancers, creatives, and everyday hustlers can stop missing real opportunities.This episode goes beyond motivation and focuses on strategy.You’ll learn:• Why people consistently miss grants and funding• Who grants and opportunities are really designed for• Real government, private sector, and creative economy opportunities Nigerians should watch• How to know which opportunities fit you (even if you don’t meet 100% of the requirements)• How to write stronger applications that stand out• Red flags to avoid scams and fake “grants”• What to start doing now so you’re ready before the next deadlineWhether you’re running a small business, freelancing, building a startup, or creating in Nigeria’s growing creative economy, this episode will help you shift from hoping to positioning.Grants are not for the lucky.They are for the prepared.Host: Francis OnukRecorded live on XL 106.9FM













