Do you have and innovative research project you hope to commercialise? Then, you must not miss upcoming the second edition of Lagos startup week, a 5 days event, that will hold on Saturday, September 24, 2016 and ending on Friday, September 30, 2016.

The event promises to offer panel discussions, pitch events, and free master classes to local startups. is back and set to take place at the Oriental Hotel, Lekki, Lagos.



As part of the events for this year, StartupLagos, organisers of Lagos Startup Week, have organised a session tagged “From University Research to Real World Innovation”. The aim is to provide students and researchers of Nigerian Tertiary institutions with an opportunity to pitch their innovative research projects in the midst of potential international and local investors and it’s proudly supported by Fast forward Student Innovation Fund

Applications are already ongoing and you could register to attend the session for free.

How It Works
Submit an application to pitch your research idea latest by 20th September
All applications will be reviewed and 10 of the best innovative ideas will be invited to pitch.
Receive an Invite to Pitch
Pitch at Lagos Startup Week on the 27th of September, 2016

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a Nigerian Citizen
Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or postgraduate student at a Nigerian university or recognised foreign university
Recently-Completed Graduates to be considered .

PRIZES

Winners would be given the opportunity to pitch their ideas to potential investors

Access to tools and resources that would make the project become a success.
Access to a Network of mentors and Investors
Free access to a co-working space powered by Leadspace
Free access to a Fab Laboratory /Innovation Lab (*depending on project)
Other Freebies which would include access to collaboration tools and Cloud-hosting services

Where to Apply?

Apply here: https:///uQBPm6