Beyond Limits Fellowship for Founders Cohort 3.0, a 12-week programme dedicated to nurturing Nigeria’s next generation of entrepreneurs, wrapped up with a demo day and graduation ceremony at the American Corner, Lagos.

The programme, hosted by Beyond Limits Global, in partnership with the U.S. Consulate General in Lagos, celebrated the achievements of 30 exceptional early-stage Nigerian startups (a total of 60 executives) who had undergone intensive mentorship, leadership training and business development coaching to drive impact in the global market.

This year’s graduation ceremony celebrates the remarkable progress of the fellows selected from a highly competitive pool of over 500 applicants. It represents various sectors, including fintech, health tech, mobility, edtech, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and more.

Since its inception, the fellowship has empowered founders with the necessary skills, resources, and networks to build sustainable businesses that can thrive globally.

Founder of Beyond Limits, Dr Juliet Ehimuan, expressed her admiration for the graduating cohort, stating, “Entrepreneurship is a powerful driver of economic transformation, and these founders have demonstrated remarkable resilience and innovation. Nigeria is home to five of Africa’s unicorn startups, and programmes like this ensure that more founders have the support needed to scale their businesses successfully.”

At the event, U.S. Consulate Public Affairs Officer, Julie McKay, delivered remarks highlighting the U.S. government’s commitment to supporting initiatives that drive innovation, foster the entrepreneurial ecosystem and advance two-way trade and investment. She encouraged startup founders to consider the tremendous potential of the U.S. market and explore opportunities to grow and scale their businesses.