Innovate. Scale. Impact.
Does your startup have the potential to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in Healthcare, Climate & Food security, or Manufacturing? If so, apply for the NPI 4.0 for a chance to win a share of the US$220,000, the Cascador Prize for impact valued at US$45,000, PVAC Healthcare Prize at US$15,000, Wema innovator Prize of US$10,000 and a fully sponsored training with a partner institution.
About NPI
The NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI), an initiative of the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA), is designed to empower entrepreneurs and changemakers whose innovative ideas can drive meaningful social and economic impact.
Designed to nurture ingenuity and accelerate high-potential ventures, NPI provides funding and strategic support to early-stage, growth-driven solutions. Through this initiative, NSIA aims to inspire groundbreaking ideas that enhance productivity, strengthen industries, and deliver lasting social impact in Nigeria and beyond.
For NPI 4.0, NSIA has built a strong ecosystem of support through its partnerships with Cascador, the Presidential Initiative for Unlocking the Healthcare Value Chain (PVAC), Wema Bank, and the Enterprise Development Centre of Pan-Atlantic University. This carefully assembled coalition brings a depth of expertise, institutional networks, and resources needed to significantly deepen the value NPI 4.0 delivers to every startup that comes through the programme.
Discover MoreWhat are the Goals of NPI?
The NSIA Prize for Innovation (NPI) was established by the Nigeria Sovereign Investment Authority to strengthen Nigeria's entrepreneurial ecosystem and support homegrown solutions with the potential to drive meaningful socio-economic development. This mandate is anchored in anchored in five clear goals.
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To recognise and reward Nigerian innovators and start-up founders in key sectors within the Nigerian business ecosystem.
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To act as an early-stage investment catalyst for innovators.
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To mentor and equip founders with the tools required for scaling and product-market fit.
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To connect startup founders to potential investors.
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To create a community of connected individuals to ensure partnership across industries and sectors.
Building a solution and ready to scale? NPI could support your innovation and accelerate your growth.
The NPI programme champions start-ups that are poised to shape the future with innovative solutions. If you have an innovative solution that drives progress, transforms industries, or addresses real-world challenges, we provide the funding, mentorship, and resources to scale your solution.
Our network of experts and industry leaders will guide you to expand your reach and make lasting impact. With our support, you don’t just build—you create sustainable solutions, unlock new opportunities, and lead the next wave of innovation.
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