Applications are open for Niger Delta Digital Summit Startup Seed Funding. If you run a tech- or digital-based startup in the Niger Delta region, you could be among the top three winners of a seed-funding prize pool worth ₦1,800,000, courtesy of the Niger Delta Digital Summit’s Startup Seed Funding Program.
This opportunity gives promising startups across fintech, agritech, health-tech, edtech, green-tech, e-commerce and more a chance to secure critical early-stage funding and support to grow.
Niger Delta Digital Summit Startup Seed Funding Benefits
- Seed funding
- Featured spotlight at the 2026 Niger Delta Digital Summit
- Access to business mentorship and increased visibility
Cash prizes for top-performing startups:
- 1st Place: ₦1,000,000
- 2nd Place: ₦500,000
- 3rd Place: ₦300,000
Plus exclusive benefits:
- Complimentary coworking workspace from a partner (Quint Space)
- Cloud-storage or hosting support from a provider (Nest Hogins)
- Business masterclasses/training sessions from a supporting institution (Centre for Export Development)
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible:
- You must be a founder or co-founder of a tech / digital startup.
- Your startup must be based in any of the 9 Niger Delta states: Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, or Rivers.
- The startup should have been operational for 6 months to 5 years.
- Your venture should demonstrate innovation or potential impact in its sector (e.g. fintech, agritech, health-tech, edtech, green-tech, etc.).
How To Apply for Niger Delta Digital Summit Startup Seed Funding
Application Deadline: June 16, 2026
Winners Announced: June 25, 2026 (Live at the Summit)
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