GITEX Nigeria Program 2025- StartUp Nigeria – The GITEX Nigeria 2025 Regional Roadshows are a nationwide startup discovery tour led by NITDA through the Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI).

From June to August 2025, we’ll travel across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to uncover, engage, and spotlight the most promising startups from every corner of the country.

This is your chance to nominate your startup, pitch your solution, and earn a spot at GITEX Nigeria 2025 in Abuja‐Nigeria’s largest innovation showcase happening from September 1‐4, 2025.

Where We’re Going

We’ll be bringing the GITEX roadshow to all six geopolitical zones in Nigeria.

South West – Lagos State

South East – Enugu State

South South – Akwa-Ibom State

North Central -Abuja FCT

North East -Gombe State

North West -Kano State

Why You Should Apply

We are looking for bold, local innovators who are solving real problems with scalable tech solutions. This is your chance to:

Pitch your startup before a jury of ecosystem leaders, investors, and partners.

Represent your zone at Nigeria’s biggest tech showcase.

Gain national visibility and prepare for GITEX Global Dubai.

Connect with hubs, media, investors, and policymakers.

Who Can Apply?

If you’re a startup founder or part of a growing tech venture based in Nigeria, we want to hear from you. Eligible applicants include:

Early-stage or growth-stage tech startups

Registered or in-progress with CAC or Nigeria Startup Portal

Sector: HealthTech, AgriTech, FinTech, AI, EdTech, ClimateTech, CreativeTech, etc.

Based in any of Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones

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How It Works

Want to showcase your innovation at GITEX Nigeria? Please nominate your startup to attend the GITEX Nigeria Roadshow.

Nominate Yourself

Submit your application through our digital self-nomination form.

Get Shortlisted

If selected, you will move into our GITEX Nigeria exhibitor pipeline.

Attend the Roadshow in Your Zone

Join us live in your region to pitch and connect.

Showcase in GITEX Nigeria

Top Startups from each zone will be sponsored to exhibit at GITEX Nigeria 2025 Startup Festival (T&Cs Apply)

How to apply for GITEX Nigeria Program 2025

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