NASENI InnovateNaija Challenge

The NASENI InnovateNaija Challenge is a nationwide competition in Nigeria that empowers young innovators in science, engineering and manufacturing. It provides funding, recognition and mentorship to grassroots inventors with homegrown solutions, with national finalists and a multi-stage selection process. Prizes include substantial cash awards and opportunities for mentorship and visibility to scale innovations.

Cash prizes for state winners and national winners, national recognition, mentorship and visibility, and a platform to scale innovations and attract investors.

Nigerian citizens aged 15–40, individuals or teams (teams must appoint a lead contact), residents of Nigeria and active on Instagram.

Complete the application form on the NASENI Innovation Hub website and submit a 2-minute video pitch on Instagram/Twitter tagging NASENI accounts and hashtags; engage networks during public voting.