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About Us
about ideas centre
Certified. Experienced. Committed to MSME Growth.
Innovations Design Entrepreneurship Advancement Strategies (IDEAS) Ltd is a Certified Business Development Service Provider (BDSP) with the Bank of Industry (BOI), and an Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) certified by NCMD and CBN.
We specialize in helping Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) prepare, package, and access BOI loans and other funding opportunities. With nearly 100 years of combined expertise, our team delivers practical, finance-focused solutions that move beyond theory into measurable results.
OLUSEGUN DADA, PhD
chief executive officer
what we do
We Don't Just Train - We Unlock Finance
At IDEAS Centre, our services go beyond training—we provide end-to-end support for MSMEs on their journey to access finance, build capacity, and achieve long-term success.
Finance Hub
As a Finance Hub, IDEAS Centre serves as a bridge between MSMEs and funding institutions.
Human Capital
We provide practical skills development for business owners and their teams, equipping them to scale
Networking
We connect enterprises to opportunities. For us, growth happens in our communities.
Research & Insights
Our research services generate valuable insights for entrepreneurs, funders, and policymakers.
Training
We design tailored training programs that strengthen the business and financial capacity of MSMEs.
What Sets Us Apart
The IDEAS Difference
Unlike organizations that stop at theory, IDEAS Centre provides hands-on, results-oriented solutions. We ensure MSMEs are not only well-prepared to access finance, but also equipped to use it effectively for long-term success.
Our dedicated Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) team tracks funding outcomes and business impact, generating data-driven insights that support entrepreneurs, funders, and policymakers.
Building Capacity for Funding
Facilitating Growth Networks
Strengthening Credibility
Generating Insights
Bridging Businesses to Finance
Ready to Access Finance and Grow?
Book a consultation with our certified BOI experts and get tailored guidance to access loans, funding, and growth strategies that work.
testimonials
What MSMEs Are Saying About Us
Real stories from entrepreneurs who’ve secured funding, scaled their businesses, and achieved growth with our support.
"We had struggled for years to access BOI loans, but IDEAS Centre made the entire process clear and achievable. Today, our factory is fully operational thanks to their guidance."
Chike E.
Agro-Processing Entrepreneur“The training and support we received went beyond just funding. IDEAS Centre helped us structure our business for long-term growth.”
Michael A.
Retail Business Owner“As a small business, we didn’t think we could access formal financing. The team at IDEAS Centre walked us through every step and made it possible.”
Fatima B.
Fashion Designer“Professional, patient, and truly dedicated. They didn’t just prepare our documents—they positioned us for success.”
Oluwaseun K.
Tech Startup Founder“Getting access to finance felt intimidating until we partnered with IDEAS Centre. Their expertise gave us the confidence to move forward.”
Grace N.
Food Processing Entrepreneur“The IDEAS team combines deep knowledge with real empathy for MSMEs. They understand our challenges and provide practical solutions.”