NANS Innovate 2026

The NANS Innovate 2026 is a national summit and pitch competition for Nigerian student entrepreneurs. It brings together student founders with investors, mentors, and industry leaders, culminating in a national pitch competition where top ideas receive funding to scale. The programme runs for a week with learning, networking, and mentorship culminating in a funding-focused final.

National pitch opportunity; networking with investors and industry leaders; mentorship; funding prizes for top ideas.

Open to currently enrolled Nigerian students at any recognised university, polytechnic, or college of education in Nigeria who have a business idea or existing venture and hold Nigerian citizenship.

Apply through the provided official grant portal and submit the business proposal document as required.