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Ecobank InnovateX 2026: How Young Nigerians Can Apply for the ₦20 Million Youth Innovation Challenge 

Young Nigerians with innovative ideas now have an opportunity to compete for ₦20 million in prizes while gaining mentorship, business support and valuable industry exposure.  Ecobank Nigeria, in partnership with Verve, has launched InnovateX 2026, a youth innovation challenge designed to help young Nigerians turn ideas into practical solutions and sustainable

₦5 Million Innovation Prize: How Young Nigerians Can Benefit from NASENI’s FutureMakers Hackathon 

The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has selected 60 young Nigerian innovators from thousands of entries for its FutureMakers Virtual Hackathon and Pitch Sessions. The five-day virtual hackathon runs from August 17–21, 2026, followed by pitch sessions from August 24–26.  The programme is designed to help young innovators develop

IMF Upgrades Nigeria’s 2026 Growth Forecast to 4.4%

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised Nigeria’s economic growth projection for 2026 to 4.4%, up from earlier estimates. This reflects improving macroeconomic conditions, including rising foreign reserves, stabilising inflation, and ongoing economic reforms. Experts say this is a strong signal for investors, entrepreneurs, and job seekers that Nigeria’s economy