Nigeria is stepping onto the world stage with a bold statement: the nation is no longer just a consumer of technology but a creator of solutions with global impact. This message will resonate in London on October 9, where 105 groundbreaking Nigerian innovations will be unveiled before investors, policymakers, and development leaders.
The initiative, spearheaded by the National Board for Technology Incubation (NBTI) in collaboration with UKALD London, represents a defining moment in Nigeria’s innovation diplomacy. Selected from more than 3,000 entries nationwide, the innovations span HealthTech, AgriTech, FinTech, Clean Energy, Artificial Intelligence, and precision farming, reflecting the country’s ambition to tackle pressing global and local challenges.
Among the standout solutions are a wearable Bra-X device for early breast cancer detection, a ventilator supporting six patients at once, AI-controlled farming drones, and affordable clean energy systems for underserved communities. Each project underscores how Nigerian innovators are building scalable, investable technologies that address both human needs and economic growth.
Speaking ahead of the showcase, NBTI’s Director-General, Dr. Kazeem Raji, said the London venue was deliberately chosen: “London is a global capital for innovation and investment, making it the perfect stage for Nigerian solutions to meet global capital and diaspora investors seeking to reinvest at home.”
The event is designed not only to attract funding but also to highlight Nigeria’s role in shaping global innovation conversations. The grand finale will feature pitches, project showcases, and international partnerships, including the $1 billion Innovate Africa–Israel Solar Project, the Ogoni Land Renewal initiative, and collaborations with SpinLab (Germany), Innovate UK, and the Commonwealth Roundtable.
Keynote speakers will include Nigeria’s Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Mr. Uche Nnaji, alongside global business leaders such as Dr. Shambhu Pokharel (CEO, Tesla Group Europe) and Victor Kitange (Economic Adviser, Commonwealth Group).
Raji also announced the launch of the NBTI Global App, designed as a digital bridge between Nigerian innovators, diaspora markets, and global venture capital. “Nigeria is not exporting talent — we are exporting solutions. The NextGen Innovation Challenge is our renaissance, ensuring our youth take their place at every global innovation table,” he declared.
The event marks a turning point for Nigeria’s technology ecosystem, signaling a future where the country’s innovators are not just competing locally but redefining Africa’s contribution to global problem-solving.
