Transforming the entrepreneurship landscape in Northern Nigeria through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable impact.
ZVE is a transformative entrepreneurship organization founded by Bello Yusuf Yusuf with the mission to unite, empower, and support entrepreneurs across Northern Nigeria and beyond. What began as a simple vision has evolved into a powerful movement that is redefining the entrepreneurship narrative in the region.
Through innovation, collaboration, and sustainable impact, ZVE has become a beacon of hope for aspiring entrepreneurs, providing them with the tools, networks, and opportunities needed to thrive in today's competitive business landscape.
Building bridges between entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to create a thriving ecosystem of innovation and growth.
Founder & Convener
Zazzau Version Entrepreneurs
Welcome to Zazzau Version Entrepreneurs (ZVE)!
I am Bello Yusuf Yusuf, the Founder of ZVE and Convener of the highly celebrated World Entrepreneurship Day (WED) – Zazzau Version. What started as a simple vision to unite and empower entrepreneurs has grown into a movement that is redefining the entrepreneurship narrative in Northern Nigeria and beyond.
Over the past editions of WED, we have witnessed overwhelming participation, with over 600 entrepreneurs and attendees collectively, engaging in workshops, exhibitions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
Our mission extends beyond events – we are building a sustainable ecosystem where entrepreneurs can access mentorship, funding opportunities, and strategic partnerships that drive real economic impact.
ZVE was founded to promote entrepreneurship as a comprehensive tool for transformation
Through skills development and business creation opportunities for young entrepreneurs
Among young entrepreneurs and business owners through empowerment and support
Across communities in Northern Nigeria through sustainable business practices
And collaborative growth in the entrepreneurial ecosystem
Entrepreneurs reached across three WED events
Expert speakers engaged from various industries
Investment opportunities facilitated
Recognition as Northern Nigeria's premier entrepreneurship platform
Our flagship initiative that has become the premier entrepreneurship platform in Northern Nigeria
70 participants | Building groundwork for entrepreneurship awareness
200 participants | Expanding horizons and building networks
300+ participants | "Innovate Locally, Impact Globally"
400+ expected | "Rebuild, Reinvent, Rise"
The principles that guide everything we do at ZVE
We believe in empowering individuals with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to succeed in entrepreneurship.
Building bridges between entrepreneurs, thought leaders, policymakers, and aspiring change-makers.
Encouraging creative solutions to local and global challenges through entrepreneurship.
Creating measurable, lasting positive change in communities through business development.
Ensuring equal opportunities for all entrepreneurs regardless of background or experience level.
Fostering sustainable growth and development in the entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Founder, ZVE & Convener, WED
Vision: Building sustainable entrepreneurship ecosystems across Northern Nigeria and beyond.Philosophy: "Collaboration empowers, and together we can build, grow, and leave a legacy of impact."
Proven track record in community development and business leadership with a passion for empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Recognized leader in Northern Nigeria's entrepreneurship space, with successful track record of building communities and driving sustainable business growth.
