Inspiring Stories of Young Entrepreneurs Who Started As Kids

Many young Nigerians have launched profitable enterprises at a young age, proving that entrepreneurship is not just for grownups! These children demonstrate that everything is achievable with the correct encouragement, drive, and inventiveness.

Lets take a look at some inspiring stories of young Nigerian businesspeople that started early and built their businesses:

Amarachi Uyanne: who began dancing and starting her own business at the age of eight. Amarachi Uyanne rose to fame in 2012 after winning Nigeria’s Got Talent! She started “Amarachi Talent Academy,” a dancing school, with the money she received as a reward to further her study. She teaches dance and creative arts to young children nowadays.

Note: You can make your talent into a business!

Zuriel Oduwole: Filmmaker and advocate for girls’ education (began at age 10)
Zuriel started producing documentaries to support girls’ education in Africa when she was ten years old. She became one of the youngest persons to appear in Forbes Magazine and conducted interviews with world leaders including Barack Obama and Goodluck Jonathan. She currently owns and operates her own media production business.

The creator of Basit’s Shoemaking, Basit Akinwande, began at the age of thirteen.
Basit Akinwande became interested in shoemaking and made the decision to learn the trade. He established his own company after honing his craft, producing and selling handmade shoes to locals, educators, and students. His brand expanded as a result of his inventiveness and commitment.

Oyindamola Aleshinloye: Founder of Doodles by Oyin (Started at Age 15) Oyindamola started Doodles by Oyin at 15 years old after discovering her love for digital art. She started creating unique digital portraits and selling them online. Today, she has worked with several brands and individuals, turning her passion into a business.

Sparkle Pencils was founded by Ifesinachi Nwobia, who was 14 years old at the time.
Ifesinachi Nwobia manufactured eco-friendly pencils out of recycled paper because she wanted to cut down on plastic waste. She founded Sparkle Pencils, an inventive company that makes eco-friendly school supplies, when she was just 14 years old.

Parents, if your child shows interest in business, creativity, or problem-solving, encourage them! A small idea today could turn into something great tomorrow. Kids, don’t be afraid to dream big and take action—you’re never too young to start!”

These young Nigerians have proven that you don’t have to wait until adulthood to start a business or make an impact. Whether it’s art, fashion, music, business, or problem-solving, kids can develop skills that will benefit them for life.

Remember at BMI Finishing School, we provide young minds with the knowledge, mentorship, and the essential tools to turn their ideas into businesses. With the right education and information, your child can be the next big success story!” Want your child to start their journey into business? Join us today!

📢 Which of these young entrepreneurs inspires you the most? Tell us in the comments!