AI Academy Nigeria Pitchathon

About

The AI Academy Nigeria Pitchathon invites Nigerian startups and developers to pitch their innovative AI solutions for a chance to win $5,000 in equity-free funding and gain exposure to investors at GITEX Nigeria, with additional opportunities at Meta's AI Summit in Istanbul.

Benefits

• 🎤Live Pitch — Opportunity to pitch live at GITEX Nigeria
• 💰Equity-Free Funding — Compete for $5,000 in equity-free funding
• 📈Meta Ad Credits — Receive Meta advertising credits
• 🌍Regional Summit Invitation — Opportunity to pitch at Meta's AI Summit in Istanbul, Türkiye in November 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Nigerian startups or developers building AI solutions using Meta's AI technologies
• Teams with an early-stage AI idea or a working AI product

Participation Commitments

• Attend GITEX Nigeria for live pitching
• Complete the online application by the deadline
• Engage in a competitive selection process

Target Region

Nigeria

Target Sector

AI technology and innovation