Apply to Builders Festival 2026
BUILDERS FESTIVAL ’26
ARE YOU BUILDING A SOLUTION TO A REAL NIGERIAN PROBLEM?
Builders Festival ‘26 is calling on innovative startups and founders developing solutions to some of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges.
Whether you are building in Healthcare, EdTech, Logistics, Supply Chain, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud, Data, AgriTech, Connectivity, FinTech, e-Governance or other technology-driven sectors, this is an opportunity to take your solution to the next level.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The process is designed to connect innovative startups with opportunities for visibility, pitching, partnerships and potential investment.
The process involves:
- Apply with your solution.
- Get matched with relevant opportunities and stakeholders.
- Pitch your solution.
- Enter the deal room.
- Get funded.
N3 BILLION INVESTMENT PIPELINE
Builders Festival ‘26 features a N3 billion investment pipeline for startups developing solutions aimed at addressing some of Nigeria’s biggest problems.
This provides an opportunity for promising startups to present their solutions to potential investors and explore pathways for growth and funding.
LIVE DEMO OPPORTUNITY
Successful startups will be invited to showcase their solutions through a live demo at the Digital Nigeria International Conference ’26.
EVENT DETAILS
EVENT: Builders Festival ’26
DATE: 10th to 12th November 2026
VENUE: Bola Ahmed Tinubu International Conference Center, Abuja
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
The opportunity is suitable for Nigerian startups, founders, builders, innovators and technology teams developing practical solutions to real-world challenges.
Solutions may cover sectors including:
Healthcare
EdTech
Logistics
Supply Chain
AI
Cloud
Data
AgriTech
Connectivity
FinTech
e-Governance
And other technology-driven solutions addressing real Nigerian problems.
WHY APPLY?
Builders Festival ’26 offers startups an opportunity to move beyond building a solution and connect with potential investors, partners and stakeholders who can help take that solution further.
If you are building a solution designed to solve a meaningful Nigerian problem, this could be an opportunity to showcase what you have built and explore potential funding and growth opportunities.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested startups and innovators should submit their applications through the official Builders Festival platform.
APPLICATION LINK:
Builders Festival ’26 – Apply Here
