Applying for Tony Elumelu Foundation Grant: What Actually Works

​Many entrepreneurs apply for the Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) Entrepreneurship Programme every year — but only a few get selected.

​This session, Applying for TEF: What Actually Works, is designed to help aspiring applicants understand what the TEF programme truly looks for and how successful entrepreneurs stand out.

​Join TEF Grant Awardees Adedare Osunsanya (Founder, Darbot – 2019 Awardee) and Temitayo Johnson-Laleye (Founder, TJL Signature – 2021 Awardee) as they share practical insights from their own application journeys, common mistakes to avoid, and proven tips that can improve your chances of success.

​Whether you’re applying for the first time or trying again, this session will give you clarity, confidence, and actionable guidance to approach your TEF application strategically.