The Federal Government of Nigeria has opened applications for the Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP), an initiative designed to provide interest-free and collateral-free loans to small businesses, traders, artisans, and farmers across the country.
The GEEP Loan Programme is implemented under the National Social Investment Programme Agency (NSIPA) to support economic inclusion, boost grassroots entrepreneurship, and improve livelihoods, especially among vulnerable groups.
What Is the FG GEEP Loan Programme?
The Government Enterprise and Empowerment Programme (GEEP) is a microcredit scheme created to empower Nigerians engaged in small-scale economic activities. The programme offers accessible funding without the burden of interest charges or collateral requirements.
GEEP Loan Categories and Amounts
The FG GEEP Loan Programme is structured into three main loan windows:
TraderMoni
Designed for petty traders and artisans operating small informal businesses.
MarketMoni
Targeted at market women and small-scale business owners seeking capital to expand operations.
FarmerMoni
Created specifically for smallholder farmers, offering loans of up to ₦300,000 to support agricultural production and related activities.
Eligibility Requirements for FG GEEP Loan
To qualify for the FG GEEP Loan Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Be a Nigerian citizen
Be a smallholder farmer, petty trader, artisan, or market woman
Possess a valid means of identification, including BVN or NIN
Have an active phone number
Provide evidence of an existing business or farming activity
Priority consideration is given to women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
How to Apply for 2026 FG GEEP Loan Programme
Interested applicants should follow the steps below:
Visit the official GEEP application portal at https://geep.nsipa.gov.ng
Register on the platform
Select the appropriate loan window (TraderMoni, MarketMoni, or FarmerMoni)
Complete the application form with accurate personal and business details
Submit the application for review
Applicants are advised to ensure all information provided is correct to avoid disqualification.
Revalidation: https://fmdatarevalidation.nsipa.gov.ng
