Nigerian startups and developers utilizing Meta’s AI technologies are invited to apply for the AI Academy Nigeria Pitchathon 2026. This program offers a platform to present innovative solutions at GITEX Nigeria, engage with investors and ecosystem leaders, and vie for a share of $5,000 in equity-free funding. The Pitchathon is the inaugural track of the three-part AI Academy Nigeria series, targeting teams and startups with early-stage AI concepts or functional products developed with Meta's AI tools.
Program Benefits
The top two winners of the pitchathon will each be awarded the following:
• US$5,000 in equity-free funding.
• Meta advertising credits.
• An invitation to attend Meta’s Regional AI Summit in Istanbul, Türkiye, in November 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
• Applicants must be Nigerian developers, startups, or teams.
• Solutions must be built using Meta’s AI technologies.
• The program is designed for teams with an early-stage AI idea or a working AI product.
Application Process
• Deadline for Submission: Applications must be completed online by August 21, 2026.
• Selection: A competitive selection process will be used to review eligible applicants, and shortlisted startups will be notified directly.
• Further Information: Additional details and the application portal can be found at the AI Academy Nigeria Pitchathon website.
This initiative provides a significant opportunity for innovators within Nigeria's AI sector to accelerate their growth, gain international exposure, and secure resources to further develop their solutions.