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Cohort 1 · September 2026
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bido is Nigeria's first venture studio. We identify high-potential founders, provide the capital, infrastructure and systems to build real businesses — and grow together.

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6
Ventures / cohort
₦2M
Max per venture
3×
Cohorts / year
Sep
Applications open
bido founder
A Platform Connecting Africa to Opportunity

Capital. Systems. Accountability. For Nigeria's next generation of builders.

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Identify
Build
Scale
Nigeria-First
Real Capital
Real Systems
Accountability
Ownership
Identify
Build
Scale
Nigeria-First
Real Capital
Real Systems
Accountability
Ownership
What is bido

Start with
more than
money.

"The goal is not to give temporary support. The goal is to help founders start, structure and scale real businesses." bido Corp is the parent. Every venture is an independent subsidiary.

Ownership over dependencyEquity for all
Discipline over enthusiasmSystems first
Infrastructure over capitalBuild properly
Proof over promisesIn public
Identify Build Scale Nigeria Identify Build Scale Nigeria
Launch dashboard

Designed for
transparency.

Launch-stage indicators, not claimed results. What bido will track publicly once Cohort 1 opens.

₦0
Capital Deployed
0
Ventures Live
Sep 2026
Applications Open
6
Target Cohort Size
Pre-launch · Cohort 1
Cohort 1 Pipeline
The future operating dashboard for applications, review and launch.
Open call
Sep
Shortlist
Oct
Pitch week
Oct
Term sheets
Oct
Ventures live
Nov
Public Build Log
What bido documents publicly — in real time.
Now
Building the application framework and Business Case Template.
Next
Founder open call, shortlist reveal and public pitch format.
Then
Milestone-based capital deployment and weekly venture reporting.
How selection works

Merit-based.
Transparent
from day one.

TikTok-native. Open to anyone in Nigeria. Decided in public. No gatekeeping.

01

Open Call

Announced on TikTok. Anyone in Nigeria can apply with a completed Business Case Template. The call is public, the criteria are public, and the results are public.

02

Business Case Review

Every submission is scored on problem clarity, market opportunity, revenue model, founder capability and capital efficiency. Written feedback provided to all shortlisted applicants.

03

TikTok Pitch Week

Shortlisted founders pitch publicly on TikTok. The community watches. The investment decision is documented and transparent. No black boxes.

04

Term Sheet & Launch

Written investment decision within 48 hours of pitch week. Term sheet before any capital moves. Venture launches with full bido infrastructure from day one.

Capital Systems Accountability Founders Capital Systems Accountability Founders
Cohort calendar

Three cohorts
a year.

Nigeria-based. 1–5 founders. 18+. Open to all. Ready to build something real.

01
First Cohort
Cohort 1 · 2026
Open CallSeptember 2026
TikTok PitchesOctober 2026
Ventures LiveNovember 2026
02
Second Cohort
Cohort 2 · 2027
Open CallJanuary 2027
TikTok PitchesFebruary 2027
Ventures LiveMarch 2027
03
Third Cohort
Cohort 3 · 2027
Open CallMay 2027
TikTok PitchesJune 2027
Ventures LiveJuly 2027
Where bido builds

Sectors that
shape Nigeria's
future.

Primary focus on high-impact, long-term categories. Secondary sectors that move fast, prove demand and generate early revenue.

✦
AI & Automation
Productivity tools, data-led products, automation and practical AI use cases for Nigerian businesses.
Primary
⌘
Technology
Digital platforms, software, tools, marketplaces and scalable tech products.
Primary
◌
Telecoms
Connectivity, digital access, infrastructure support and communication services.
Primary
⚡
Energy
Power access, clean energy, efficiency and practical local energy solutions.
Primary
Digital ServicesFast revenue
Beauty & Personal CareRepeat demand
Home & LifestyleLocal need
Food & CateringEveryday market
LogisticsMovement
EducationSkills gap
Work with bido

3 roles open
right now.

Nigeria-based, remote-first. Sharp, accountable people who want to build something real from the ground up.

⚙️
Ops & Founder Coordinator
Full-TimeRemote-First · Nigeria₦120k – ₦150k/month
▾
Reports To
Bido Lead — direct line
Location
Remote-first · Lagos & Abuja travel
Start
June – August 2026
Type
Full-time employment
The operational backbone of bido. You ensure the venture ecosystem runs every week without fail — coordinating founders, tracking milestones, managing reporting, making sure nothing falls through the cracks. High-trust, high-accountability.
What you will own
Founder onboarding and week-one induction
Weekly check-in facilitation and milestone tracking
Application handling, screening and shortlisting coordination
Capital release coordination and document management
Consolidated reporting to the Bido Lead
📱
Content & Community Coordinator
Full-TimeFully Remote · Nigeria₦80k – ₦120k/month
▾
Reports To
Bido Lead + Ops Coordinator
Location
Fully remote · Nigeria-based
Start
June – August 2026
Type
Full-time employment
Content is infrastructure at bido — not decoration. You run the TikTok-native content engine that makes bido visible, trustworthy and growing. From open call campaigns to founder journey documentation, you own the narrative.
What you will own
TikTok content creation, editing and scheduling
Open call campaign management and community engagement
Shortlist and pitch week content production
Founder journey documentation — wins, struggles, breakthroughs
Content calendar ownership and analytics reporting
📊
Finance Verification Officer
Full-TimeFully Remote · Nigeria₦80k – ₦100k/month
▾
Reports To
Bido Lead directly
Location
Fully remote · Nigeria-based
Start
June – August 2026
Type
Full-time employment
The independent financial conscience of bido. Your job is to find problems — not cover them. You independently verify all financial activity across every portfolio venture and report directly to the Bido Lead.
What you will own
Weekly receipt verification and transaction reconciliation
Milestone evidence review before capital release is approved
Inconsistency detection and fraud flag escalation — same day
Audit trail maintenance across all ventures
Financial summary reports to Bido Lead
Role
Apply
Complete all three steps. Every application is reviewed personally.
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Application received.
We review every application personally. If you are a strong fit, we will be in touch within 7 days.
Business Case Application

Start here.
Be specific.

This is not a registration form. Every question has a purpose. Incomplete or vague answers will not be reviewed.

Step 01 of 06
Tell us about yourself.
We fund founders, not just ideas.
Solo founder
2 co-founders
3 co-founders
4–5 co-founders
Employed full-time
Part-time / freelance
Running a business
Fully available
Applications reviewed personally. Allow 7–14 days.
Step 02 of 06
Define the problem.
A problem is real if people are already spending money, time or energy working around it.
⚠You must name a specific real person who has this problem. Vague problems are not funded.
Step 03 of 06
Describe your solution.
What do customers actually get? Be concrete.
Digital Services
AI & Technology
Beauty & Personal Care
Home & Lifestyle
Food
Education & Skills
Logistics
Other
Step 04 of 06
Market & revenue model.
Credible path to the first naira within 30 days.
⚠bido does not fund models where revenue takes longer than 30 days.
Step 05 of 06
Capital request & equity.
Up to ₦2M in three milestone-triggered tranches.
Up to ₦500k
₦500k – ₦1M
₦1M – ₦1.5M
₦1.5M – ₦2M
20% – 30%
30% – 40%
40% – 50%
Open to discussion
Step 06 of 06
Your commitment.
bido is an active partner. We need to know you understand what you are signing up for.
I am Nigeria-based, 18+, and can provide valid ID
I understand bido holds equity — this is not a loan or grant
I agree to weekly reporting and full financial transparency
I consent to my venture journey being documented publicly on TikTok
🎯
Application received.
We read every submission personally. We will be in touch within 14 days if your application meets the criteria.
Nigeria's next chapter

Not a grant.
Not a handout.
A system.

The best Nigerian founders do not need charity. They need capital, infrastructure and someone who will hold them accountable. That is bido.

Apply for Cohort 1 → identify · build · scale
Questions answered

FAQ

Everything you need to know before applying.

bido is a Nigeria-first venture studio and holding company. We identify high-potential Nigerian founders, provide capital up to ₦2M, systems, strategy, brand and governance — and hold equity as the strategic operating partner. bido Corp is the parent. Every supported venture is an independent subsidiary.
Anyone Nigeria-based, 18 or older, with a real business idea and the commitment to build it. Teams of 1–5 people. Lagos and Abuja preferred for Year 1. You must clearly answer: what real problem am I solving, and who has it right now?
Neither. bido takes equity in exchange for capital and full infrastructure support. You are not repaying a loan. You are building a business alongside a strategic partner who holds a stake and is accountable to your success.
Between 20% and 70% depending on the level of support. Studio support only: 20–35%. Full capital plus infrastructure: 40–65%. Equity reflects the total value bido contributes. Agreed at term sheet stage before anything is signed.
In three milestone-triggered tranches — 30% on launch, 40% on first verified revenue, 30% on consistent revenue over 4+ weeks. No milestone, no release. No exceptions. Never a lump sum.
The open call begins September 2026. Pre-launch build phase runs June–August 2026. Apply above to register interest and receive the Business Case Template when applications open.