UNNSSAA INNOVATION AWARDS · 2026/2027 EDITION
The UNNSSAA Innovation Awards celebrate alumni turning ideas into meaningful solutions. Through funding, structured development, mentorship and the strength of our alumni network, the programme helps promising innovations take their next step.
Our alumni community is built on excellence, connection and a shared commitment to the future. The UNNSSAA Innovation Awards extends that spirit by creating opportunities for alumni innovators to develop solutions to real problems, receive constructive feedback and connect with support that can help them grow.
Whether you are building a venture or developing an early-stage idea, the programme provides a pathway to take your next step.
Entrepreneurial
Prize: ₦1,000,000
For eligible alumni founders with an operating startup, a working minimum viable product (MVP) and at least six months of operation. The programme supports ventures with social impact that are preparing for their next stage of growth.
The top five finalists receive a sponsored growth programme.
Explore ProgrammeYoung Innovator
Prize: ₦200,000
For eligible alumni currently enrolled in a tertiary institution or who graduated within the last three years, with an original idea, concept or early prototype addressing a meaningful problem.
All finalists receive one-on-one mentorship.
Explore ProgrammeEligibility requirements, application conditions and full award details are available on the programme website.
Submit an entry under the appropriate award category.
Selected participants take part in a four-week virtual Incubation Sprint.
Shortlisted entrants present their innovations during the pitch stages.
Finalists access the applicable growth support, mentorship and alumni-network opportunities.
The programme welcomes solutions that address meaningful social and economic challenges, including:
Other sectors are welcome where the proposed innovation demonstrates strong social impact.
Your next step could begin here. Explore the award categories, review the eligibility requirements and discover how to prepare your entry.
UNNSSAA Innovation Awards
Building on our alumni legacy. Supporting ideas that move us forward.