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IIH SHIFT (Scaling Homegrown Innovations & Frontier Technologies) Programme 2026
Ilorin Innovation Hub
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The IIH SHIFT Programme 2026 supports entrepreneurs and startups developing scalable deep-tech and frontier-technology solutions across North Central and South Western Nigeria. Participants can access training, mentorship, technical resources, market connections and equity-free funding of up to ₦5 million. Applications close October 2, 2026.
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About this opportunity
SHIFT — Scaling Homegrown Innovations & Frontier Technologies — is an Ilorin Innovation Hub programme supporting entrepreneurs and startups building deep-tech and frontier-technology solutions across North Central and South Western Nigeria. The programme offers training, mentorship, technical resources, market opportunities and ecosystem connections.
Its Launch Pad track supports innovative ideas and early prototypes with ₦2 million in equity-free funding, while the Build Pad track supports startups with validated products and early traction with ₦5 million in equity-free funding. Eligible technology areas include CleanTech, HealthTech, EdTech, CreativeTech and other frontier-technology sectors. Applications close October 2, 2026.
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