The National Information Technology Development Agency has launched a call for applications for the GITEX Nigeria 2025 Regional Roadshow—a nationwide initiative designed to discover and promote the next generation of tech innovators across Nigeria.
The roadshow will be held across the six geopolitical zones, with events scheduled to take place in Lagos State, Enugu State, Akwa Ibom State, Abuja FCT, Gombe State, and Kano State between June and August 2025.
“From June to August 2025, we’ll travel across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones to uncover, engage, and spotlight the most promising startups from every corner of the country.
“This is your chance to nominate your startup, pitch your solution, and earn a spot at GITEX Nigeria 2025 in Abuja‐Nigeria’s largest innovation showcase happening from September 1‐4, 2025,” NITDA stated.
NITDA stated that the program is open to early-stage and growth-stage startups that are either registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission or are in the process of registering.
NITDA stated that the program targets early-stage and growth-stage startups that are either registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission or currently undergoing registration. Eligible sectors include HealthTech, AgriTech, FinTech, AI, EdTech, ClimateTech, and CreativeTech.
The agency emphasized that the goal is to identify bold, local innovators developing scalable tech solutions to real-world challenges. Startups selected from each geopolitical zone will be sponsored to exhibit at the GITEX Nigeria 2025 Startup Festival in Abuja.
Selected startups will also have the opportunity to pitch their ideas before a jury of ecosystem leaders, investors, and policymakers.
This platform offers founders a chance to showcase their solutions to key stakeholders and potential partners in the tech ecosystem.
The application process is fully digital. Interested startups must complete a self-nomination form on the portal. Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to pitch live during the zonal roadshows.
Submit your application through the digital self-nomination form. If selected, you will advance to the GITEX Nigeria exhibitor pipeline.
GITEX Nigeria is modeled after the Gulf Information Technology Exhibition (GITEX), one of the world’s largest and most influential tech trade shows held annually in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, since 1981.
