₦airaland Forum

Ameh Blessed, Buhari never plotted the coup, history has it on record that for want of credibility for their actions the coup plotter, made him the head of governement.

As a military head of state, he established refineries, Petroleum depots and thousands of killometres pf pipeline, this is a mojpr given that our main stay has been oil.
Tommy Udoh
I was born to know that Nigerians could que, never dispose waste indescriminately or pass human waste as we see today, bribe taking was unheard of.

Those laws decrees ur talking about as extrem as they were was done with the best of intentions, Nigerians were with the best of intentions. Nigeria desperately needed such measures to get things right.

Our countries major issue is corruption and as things stand, the only person who can address ot is Buhari, that alone makes him the best man for the Job

GEJ, 2015. History tells me dat GMB in 1983 terminated democratically elected govt. Wats does he want from a system of govt he destroyed? Admitted, GEJ has shortcomings but can't be compared wit GMB using potentials, personality, pedigree nd performance as yardsticks. GMB's regime witnessed promulgation of decree which provided detention without trials, curtailment of press freedom, mass retrenchment, just a few to mention.
By Amag Blessing

As we prepare for 2015 Election!!!
Who would you vote for and why? No insults pls!!!
Let's eradicate failed propaganda and vote wisely. Keep it rolling "GMB or GEJ 2015" why

Daniman:
@daddyfowl you said you're a beneficiary of youwin 3 pls I want to know if you have received your own money,am among the winners but uptil now I have not seen any alert; am in IMO pls share any relevant infor

No alert yet. But btw now n jan the alert sud come.

Kenai:
Ehy haven't you put this thread on the frontpage even after I tagged you for that purpose? https://www.nairaland.com/2047265/buhari-did-not-build-refinery

Without doubt... Nairaland is promoting apc!!! You only see topics dat are blacklisting GEJ and Pdp on fp but not for apc.
Let's give all parties equal opportunities pls

donxab:
Wow! Daddyfowl, chukwuka12, open mine etc, uve done a wonderful job! Jxt read through the entire thread and it has answered all my previously unanswered questions! Thanks God bless your business and for kaysy thanks for asking intelligent questions! Your confusions helped mine! Kudos!

We bless God for using us to reach out to odrs. Wishing u all the best

MyParadise:
Private ICT training center

Your response are word limited and as such u can't describe all ur equipment but only the most sensitive once to facilitate biz operation.

My turn I only describe one item and emphasis d need of it in upgrading my biz bc I was applying as existing biz. Goodluck

MyParadise:
Before I was thinking that i was just required to describe only one equipment but wat i am seeing here in this thread i am kinda confused
who can help me with these questions below.

Describe this equipment

State the progress of any loan application

Wat type of biz are u applying for?

Progress of loan is a sub question only necessary if u have answer yes on the previous.

coache:
Nice writeup sir, pls sir I'll need ur contact cos I'll need ur help on my application for the YOUWIN application.thanks sir.

Inforylo@yahoo.com

nig2change:
Please a friend of mine is asking why has payment not begun for youwin 3 awardees. Has anyone received yet. Thks

Youwin staffs no dey here bro!!! We all dey d same shoe.
Am done thinking abt wen d money will come bc I had my dream before I met youwin. So am building my dream small small so anytime d money come, I will just trigger for inspection so as to request 4 the 2nd one.
Ope am not sounding greedy?lol

hormordunneey:
Am a fashion designer, can I apply?

You can fire on.., Once ur idea is marketable, can create jobs and have investment return in short term

mooremedia:
Please bro can you help with my business plan, I have an Idea but need someone to put me through the correct way of writing. ....

Inforylo@yahoo.com

ayusco85:
Can I please have ur digits?

08091192612. But will prefer mail. Inforylo@yahoo.com

stagger:
So when you setup a new branch and appoint a manager, you will tell him or her not to take salary until the 4th month. Is that it?

Pls don't give people bad advice. I have been an observer in an international business plan competition where someone got disqualified on this point.

You are a staff. Pay yourself and others from day 1. This adds realism to your business. You won't impress anybody in a panel by telling them you won't take a salary.

Pls using my poultry example, kindly tell us wat d biz will be doing on mnt 1 dat require him or her to collect salary?

Tnx 2all Youwin1, 2 & unique Youwin 3 lol that has contributed towards achieving successful candidate for Youwin 4.

Lemmi Point out some observations base on my personal view pls:

1. Youwin Ideal Candidate
In UW stage1; You might not be selected base on the proffessionality of ur application. Uw is looking for pple with the rite biz mind set, adequate biz base knowledge and rite passion for success and sustenance of ur proposed biz. That's why there is a 1 one week training after selection.
Me I didn't get my break even well in stage1 but bc of the training in stage2 "I did great".
2. Salary
Don't present urself too money conscious by wanting to pay ur self salary from month 1 wen u've not started anytin production (eg. Poultry pple). I started paying myself from month 4.
3. On Additional Relevant Information.
This part is very important. Pls do ur best here by demonstrating passion and commitment towards realization of ur proposed biz.
4. Counterpart Contribution
U'll ve to show the amount u're contributing to ur biz. Just as uw will be paid on tranches. So ur contribution can be spread too. I wrote 3m contribution which will be accounted tru purchase of my land n building of structures.
5. New Biz
Weather u're writing on new biz or not, pls showcase some steps u re doing to finance or start ur biz. Very important. Nobody will empower an idol person or mind or idea. Don't just write all ur idea futuristic.
6. Marketing
Pls demonstrate ur biz based knowledge on strategies to market ur ideas. Wat a waste if u can produce n dnt knw how to sell?
7. How much Do you want from Youwin
Be realistic with ur propose amount because the amount u quote will be use against u in later stage (interview stage)
8. Management Experience
A small demonstration of managerial experience will get u selected in stage1 but lack of adequate relevant knowledge will get u disqualify in later stages or reduction of ur quoted amount.
9. Employment.
UW is geared towards job creation. So ur best innovative idea without creating appreciatable number of jobs is simply self empowerment n won't scale tru.
10. God Factor
Nothing generally succeed without God backing. Apart from ur knowledge and intensive write up. U need God to ensure ur success. While u prepare, remember to put God first and lemmi Him know that ur wealth is to advance His kingdom and not just for ur belly Kingdom.
GoodLuck to all of You.
In Nigeria, No new Govt will sustain the initiative of another Govt. So its back on us to ensure we Vote GEJ 2015 to keep the Youwin3&4 Dream Alive. #GoodLuck

Angel15:
Daddyfowl thank for your fast response

UWC

chiboy429:
I just mail them now ,waiting for a response from them ,. Thanks for the idea

All the best on ur lane of success

chiboy429:
Please can undergraduate still apply?

I stand to be corrected. Youwin4 is for graduate but you can logon to www.youwin.org.ng click on contact n write to youwin email directly to be on a save side but I tink some1 wit a sch cert won @Youwin3 (unverified)

eninaija:
Thanks 4 d tips, please explain business lead time....

Lead time deals with the amount of time taken from inception to production.
Eg. It takes 5 month lead time for Production for egg production.
#GoodluckToAll

rukie:
quote author=daddyfowl post=28149966]My Personal Tips For Youwin successful Selection:
1. Strong demonstration of employable venture.
Ur biz most showcase that it possess the ability of employing atleast 10 People.
2. Clear understanding of ur biz managerial procedures
3. Your Counter-Part Contribution. Demonstrate that u're not interested to win free money but u are willing to also contribute to the funding of ur biz idea.
4. Your Salary.
Pls fix ur salary in recognition of ur biz operational terms.
5. Demonstrate ur understand the risks associated wit ur biz idea and its possible prevention and solutions.
6. Demonstrate u ve wat it takes to market ur biz product.
GoodLuck to You all.
Thanks for the tips.
My question is will you indicate all these tips in this initial application?

Yes, in its applicable sagment! Just read tru ur questions

My Personal Tips For Youwin successful Selection:
1. Strong demonstration of employable venture.
Ur biz most showcase that it possess the ability of employing atleast 10 People.
2. Clear understanding of ur biz managerial procedures
3. Your Counter-Part Contribution. Demonstrate that u're not interested to win free money but u are willing to also contribute to the funding of ur biz idea.
4. Your Salary.
Pls fix ur salary in recognition of ur biz operational terms.
5. Demonstrate ur understand the risks associated wit ur biz idea and its possible prevention and solutions.
6. Demonstrate u ve wat it takes to market ur biz product.
GoodLuck to You all.

Will compose few tips base on my expose dat will contribute to ur successful selection moro pls. Tnx to all n hope other youwin3 will share ders too

dunkem21:
I agree with all.

People might need a little guidance but when you have prepared yourself on what to do, it will take less than 30 minutes to complete the forms. Now, most people will start thinking of which product or business service to delve into and start to know the requirements of setting up, some have done feasibility studies, SWOT analysis and know the business dynamics.

I filled it like JAMB and with God, All things are possible!

Grabs pancake and yoyo bitters.

Goodluck to u!
For those who ve not submitted, Pls take time to fill, sleep over it, edit, finalize n pray 2ur God n den submit.
During our stage two training, we were expose to mistakes dat disqualify som pple and the facts dat got us qualified.
So my advice "pls tak ur time"

kaykash007:
@daddyfowl....really appreciate ur effort bro...pls can I hv ur email add or fone number for private talk. tanks

Its my joy to be of service to humanity.
inforylo@yahoo.com

The application page will expire after every5mins. So try abd save ur input after every 4mins pls or u migth click on submit lose everytin.
Yea, last year I did wit my fone.

Its a long term application so take ur time n consult pple but pls dnt forget God factor.

The application form is open now!!!

Here is a format:
Youth Enterprise with Innovation in Nigeria
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Business Application
Description
Describe your business

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Select your industry-sector
Select an Option

Animal farming
Crop farming
Food & Restaurant
Building and Construction materials
Chemicals, industrial materials
Clothing, shoes and other personal items
Equipment, Machinery, Metal
Food and Drinks
Furniture, Wood Products
Others
Other (Specify)
Retail
Accounting, Finance and Management
Auto, electronics, others
Cleaning
Education
Engineering, Building and Construction
IT and Telecommunication
Legal
Media and Entertainment
Medical
Other Professional
Personal/Beauty
Transport
Other sector

Marketing
What benefits of the product or service enables your business to stand out from your competitors?

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Does this meet a particular need or demand (your competitive advantages, if any)?

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Name five of your existing or expected top customers, How will you attract these customers to your point of sale?

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Management
How many new, full-time (or equivalent) staff will be employed in the business 12 months from receiving the first stage award?

Describe the benefit you and your proposed staff will bring to the business, including: expertise, track record in the Industry and management experience

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Product
Name your three largest existing/expected competitors. Which, if any, have a localised presence or distributor network?

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Describe the materials you will need to create your product or service. Are these materials readily available, at the right price and quantity, in your locality? If yes, please describe any relevant information

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Is there an existing or expected lead time for manufacture, set-up, harvest or breeding? If yes, give estimated lead times for each product?

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What risks or challenges might affect the success of your business, including: licences and accreditations (what can stop you from making this business a success)? How will you reduce or mitigate these risks?

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Profitability
What are your current and expected sales within the next 12 months (units and income) ? If there is any seasonality, please explain.

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What amount of sales, in Naira per month, must you achieve to reach profitability?
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
When do you expect to achieve this (how many months after receiving your first grant award)?

YouWiN Award
How much money (Naira) do you want from YouWiN? (₦10m maximum)
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Break this figure down into relevant categories. Note: a maximum 40% of the total award is usually allotted to Capital equipment, as the remainder of the award must be sufficient to fund operational expenses of a growing business.
Capital equipment (e.g. machinery, land, building)
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Operating expenses (e.g. wages, raw materials, stock)
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Other (e.g. pre-start. set-up costs, accreditation)
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Financial
What is the minimum equipment cost that is necessary to commence trading or expand your business.
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Describe this equipment

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How much money have you already spent on Capital equipment?
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
How much money do you require or expect to need from other sources (i.e.: investors, bank loans, etc)
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
State the progress of any loan application

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Describe any existing finance loans related to the business

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How much money will you or your family and friends contribute to the business in the next 12 months.
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
How much money do you plan to take out of the business personally (average amount per month)?
Amount in Naira, enter numbers only; if none, enter: 0
Additional Information
Please add any additional information / comments that you feel maybe relevant and useful with this application

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I hereby declare that all information provided in this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge and I should be disqualified if any of the information provided is found to be false

#GoodluckToAll

drizzydrag:
"You must choose to participate in one award
pool. There are 6 regional pools on the basis of
geo-political zone as identified by market in
which you want to do business"

I dont understand dat statement. Can u pls help me elucidate ant dat word "Pool"?

Will find out n get to you rather than give u wrong info pls. Yes you can register now but kindly wait till morrow to access the application page properly. Tnx

Don't knw now but could last till next year Jan 2015 base on past expo

The page is officially open!!! Now you can register and apply!
Goodluck to you all.

40dogzz:
I know my friends who won is real. pls what will make u have egde over other others, for them to choose u?

It has several Stages of Application. Stage 1 is like a concept paper of ur biz idea.
To scale tru, u've to demonstrate ur biz idea is need driven n will most importantly employ at least 10 persons.
As graduate of far back, u've to also showcase wat u've been doing since graduation as a means of generating fund for ur propose biz idea.

Once you are selected on merit, u'll be expose to a week training. Then u'll have one month to submit ur biz plan.

Just apply to be selected first, will be pls to assist with my suggestion or advice. Pls don't forget God factor

For once that I know of, the NG is serious with dis program. I won the 3rd edition without knowing anybody in th villa.
Get ur ideas tested and spread the information.

STEP 1 – CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

Check that you are qualified to apply. See the section “Who can apply?” below.

STEP 2 – REGISTER

Register here.

You will receive a confirmation email from YouWIN! with all the details you will need to log in.

If you have any trouble registering please read our tips and troubleshooting advice, and if you still have problems after following this advice, please contact us.

STEP 3 – COMPLETE NEW BUSINESS APPLICATION

Once you have successfully registered you need to Log in and click the New Business Application button on the right hand-side. You can save your application form as you go along, and come back to it at any time. Once you are happy with your application use the Submit button on the form to send it to us. You can submit only ONE application.

STEP 4 – KEEP INFORMED

After the closing date you will be notified if you have been selected for the next stage of the competition. You can join the discussion on Facebook, Linkedln and Twitter. We will also post regular updates on the YouWiN! homepage.

WHO CAN APPLY?

To be eligible for the Business Plan Competition you must satisfy the following criteria

You must be a proven citizen of Nigeria no older than 45 years (proof of identity: International passport/Drivers License/National ID/Voters card required)
You must have a post-secondary school qualification
Your proposed business venture must be within the national borders of Nigeria, and with the intention of employing Nigerian citizens.
Your proposed venture must not entail the production or distribution of weapons, alcoholic beverages, tobacco or/and gambling, or any activities in contradiction with the Nigerian constitution
You must prepare an innovative business concept summary
You must choose to participate in one award pool. There are 6 regional pools on the basis of geo-political zone as identified by market in which you want to do business.