Call For Applications: Development Bank of Nigeria Techpreneur Summit 2025

Nigeria’s tech industry shows impressive growth, attracting over $2 billion in investment between 2015-2022. Despite this, challenges persist in accessing local funding and adopting sustainable practices.

Addressing these needs, the Techpreneur Summit 2025 (themed CTRL-SHIFT) will be a dynamic nexus for stakeholders, fostering innovation and collaboration. The summit intensifies its focus on connecting Nigerian tech startups with vital funding from local and international investors.

Highlights include the Eco-Innovation Challenge, encouraging sustainable tech solutions via social media, and enhancing visibility for DBN’s strategic pillars, aligning with its new AMPLIFI strategy.

Bringing together government, investors, entrepreneurs, and experts, the Summit will promote investor-ready innovations. Through networking and partnerships, we aim to bridge the funding gap, catalyzing sustainable growth within Nigeria’s tech ecosystem

Eligibility:

Open to all Nigerian-based tech entrepreneurs with innovative solutions addressing local or global challenges—especially those with a focus on sustainability and green impact.

Why You Should Apply:

 Pitch your innovative tech-driven solution to a high-profile audience

 Get exposure to investors, mentors, and key industry stakeholders

 Join a national movement accelerating sustainable tech innovations

 Become part of Nigeria’s next wave of impact-driven entrepreneurs

New Application Deadline: June 15th, 2025 (11:59 PM WAT)

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