iDICE Programme
Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises
The iDICE Programme is a Federal Government of Nigeria initiative implemented by the Bank of Industry (BOI), established to strengthen Nigeria’s technology and creative sectors through skills development, enterprise support, and access to finance. This page provides an overview of the Programme and directs stakeholders, consultants, and the public to official procurement documentation and contract award records.
About the Programme
The Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme was initiated by the Federal Government of Nigeria to build capacity and create sustainable jobs in the technology and creative ecosystems. The Programme aims to build capacity and upskill Nigerian youth (ages 15–35) in technology and creativity to increase employability, foster innovation, and support the emergence of more entrepreneurs within its five-year lifespan. The Bank of Industry (BOI) serves as the Programme’s Implementing Agency.
Programme Focus Areas​
The programme is organised around key intervention areas that support enterprise growth, innovation, and development impact.
Skills and Enterprise Development
Youth are trained in in-demand technology and creative skills, building a community of skilled talent linked to jobs and enterprise creation.
Expanding Access to Finance
Prioritising funding gaps in the technology and creative sectors through equity, quasi-equity capital, and capacity-building support.
Enabling Environment
Creating, promoting, and instituting policies, laws, and programmes that ease doing business in the technology and creative ecosystems.
Procurement and Disclosure
Access iDICE procurement information
Access current and published procurement-related information for the iDICE Programme through the sections below.
PROCUREMENT
Terms of Reference
Published Terms of Reference (TORs) for consultancy assignments, procurement opportunities, and technical assistance engagements under the iDICE Programme. Review scope of work, eligibility requirements, and submission guidelines.
TRANSPARENCY
Contract Awards
Published notices of contracts awarded under the iDICE Programme, including details of successful bidders, contract scope, and award dates, in line with the Programme’s procurement transparency obligations.
Our Commitment to Transparent Procurement
The Bank of Industry conducts all iDICE Programme procurement in accordance with applicable Federal Government of Nigeria procurement regulations and the fiduciary requirements of the Programme’s development finance partners. All opportunities are published openly, and contract awards are disclosed to ensure accountability to stakeholders, consultants, and the public.
Compliance & Reporting: The Bank of Industry is committed to integrity, fairness, and transparency in the administration of the iDICE Programme. Reports of solicitation of improper payments or procurement irregularities should be directed to BOI’s Whistleblowing Portal. For enquiries regarding this Programme, please contact the iDICE Programme Management Unit through the official BOI website.