Fail Forward 2025 Hackathon: The Demo Day

About This Event For a period of 10 days, our hackathon participants have been on a mission: to learn, to build, and to "fail forward." They took on challenges in Sustainability, Mobility, Agriculture, and Fashion, using AI-powered tools to transform bold ideas into functional prototypes. Now, it's time to see what they've created. Join us for the Fail Forward Demo Day, the grand finale of our inaugural AI hackathon. Be in the room as our top finalist teams present their solutions live to a panel of expert judges and a curated audience of tech leaders, investors, and innovators. This isn't just a presentation; it's a first look at the future of tech in Nigeria, built by the next generation of leaders. What to Expect: Live Demos: Witness a showcase of AI-powered applications built in just 10 days.High-Stakes Pitches: Hear from the top 8-10 teams as they compete for the grand prize.Exclusive Networking: Connect with a curated audience of investors, tech executives, corporate partners, and Nigeria's most promising emerging talent.Winner Announcement: Be there for the live announcement of the NGN 400,000 Grand Prize winner.Inspiration: Leave with a renewed sense of possibility for what technology can achieve in solving our nation's most pressing challenges. Why You Should Attend For Investors & VCs: Get first access to a pipeline of pre-vetted, high-potential founders and startups before they hit the mainstream.For Recruiters & HR Leaders: Discover exceptional, emerging tech talent with proven skills in AI development, rapid prototyping, and problem-solving.For Tech Enthusiasts & Community Builders: Be inspired by the next wave of innovation and connect with the vibrant Nigerian tech ecosystem.For Corporate Partners: Identify innovative solutions and potential collaboration opportunities that can drive your business forward. Agenda 9:00 AM: Doors Open, Registration & Networking9:30 AM: Welcome/Opening Remarks & Keynote Address10:10 AM: Finalist Presentations (Part 1)11:30 AM: Networking & Refreshment Break12:00 PM: Finalist Presentations (Part 2)1:30 PM: Judges' Deliberation 2:00 PM: Grand Prize Winner Announcement & Awards Ceremony2:15 PM: Closing Remarks & Final Networking Reception Our Partners Fail Forward is made possible by the generous support of our partners who believe in the power of Nigerian innovation. Venue Partner: Access BankTechnology Partner: Bolt Space is limited to ensure a high-quality networking experience. Reserve your spot today.