Akwa Ibom Tech Week

07/05/2026

Highlights from yesterday’s MoU Signing & Press Briefing

A powerful step toward scaling AI & IoT solutions for smarter agriculture, precision farming, and post-harvest innovation in Akwa Ibom.

06/05/2026

11/12/2025

CALLING ALL SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN AKWA IBOM STATE!

Entries for the Secondary Schools Innovation Challenge are now OPEN!

This is the moment for young innovators to shine.
If your school has brilliant students with big ideas, this is their stage.

Build a team. Create something meaningful. Showcase innovation.

From tech solutions to creative problem-solving, we want to see projects that can shape the future.

Open to all secondary schools across Akwa Ibom State.

🔗 Apply here: https://akwaibomtechweek.com/sic2025

Proudly sponsored by Engineering Automation Technology Limited

Don’t wait, inspire your students to be part of the next generation of innovators.

11/12/2025

Last Sunday at the Ibom Air Day at the Christmas Park, the management of Ibom Air officially presented the ₦1,000,000 prize to Nsikak and Philip Ebong, founders of ACAD AI - winners of the Ibom Air Prize for Innovation Challenge at .

From pitching among 16 bold innovators… to emerging champions in the finals… to receiving their prize live on stage this journey is proof that Akwa Ibom talent is ready for the world.

Next stop: Qatar, for the Global Web Summit in February 2026, courtesy
And this is only the beginning.

Congratulations once again to ACAD AI, and thank you to Ibom Air for powering a challenge that truly fuels innovation across our state.

Akwa Ibom to the world.

21/11/2025

Akwa 2025 was a great success!

6 days. Countless moments. Unforgettable experiences.

From the innovators and speakers, to our partners, volunteers, and every single attendee - thank you for showing up and shaping the future with us.

Together, we proved that Akwa Ibom is more than ready - we are Africa’s New Tech Destination.

See you in 2026!

21/11/2025

To everyone who believed in the vision of Akwa Ibom Tech Week, we say thank you!

AKTW 2025 was a success because of the incredible support of our partners and sponsors who stood with us to power innovation, creativity, and impact in Africa’s new tech destination.

Your commitment didn’t just make this event possible; it made it meaningful.

AfricInnovate Start Innovation Hub Ibom Heritage Ibom Air .international Ibom-LED Eni Stores Cleva Banking Nile Online Akwa Ibom State Government

As we look into the future, we say thank you for investing in ideas, in people, and in the transformation of Akwa Ibom’s tech ecosystem.

13/11/2025

Power Nexus officially emerged as the WINNER of the highly anticipated AKTW 2025 Collaboration Challenge proudly powered by Ubulu Africa ( ) and the Innox Open Innovation Platform ( )!

The exciting reveal was made live by Dr. Odiong Akpan ( ), CEO of Ubulu Africa, during Day 2 of the AKTW Main Conference and the energy in the room was electric!

This victory marks a huge milestone in innovation, collaboration, and local ingenuity.

A massive CONGRATULATIONS to the Power Nexus team for bringing the heat and rising to the top! 🔥

13/11/2025

This powerful panel session on Conference Day 2, with the theme: “Building Resilient Ventures in Nigeria’s Diverse Economy,” had our speakers share raw, insightful truths about navigating and thriving in Nigeria’s evolving business landscape.

Moderated by Ediongsenyene Ndunobong , the session featured:

* Emem Edem – CEO, TunnelDeck Limited
* Innocent Alu – COO, Moniecheap
* Emmanuel Ekaidem – CEO, Paradigm Media

From personal branding to funding struggles, the conversation reinforced one key message: start local, think global, and let tech power your growth.

Build bold. Build resilient. Build for impact.

13/11/2025

‎In one of the most insightful conversations of the Conference day 1, Aniedi Udo-Obong led a powerful panel discussion featuring Mr. Ahmad Mukoshy (Executive Director, NIRA), Mrs. Victoria Fabunmi (NITDA/ONDI), Mr. Daser Sunday (President, Digital Bridge Institute), and Mr. Francis Sani ( Technical Adviser, HM FMCIDE) as they explored how government and innovation can work hand in hand to power digital transformation and trade across Nigeria.
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‎The conversation highlighted the importance of talent development, access, and opportunity in driving sustainable growth within the digital ecosystem. The panelists agreed that with the right systems, infrastructure, and government support, Akwa Ibom and Nigeria at large can become major players in Africa’s digital economy.
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‎ A powerful reminder that with the right policies, people, and partnerships, Akwa Ibom can lead the next wave of digital transformation.
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12/11/2025

The Ecosystem Regional Panel session featured Mrs. Enoabasi Emah (Founder, Sheedx Africa), Daniel Chinagozi (CEO, Innovation Growth Hub), and Uche Aniche (Convener, Startup South).

The speakers shared the stories behind their brands, the challenges they’ve faced, and the passion that drives them.

Mr. Uche spoke about how everyone in Africa has played a role in building the tech ecosystem. He encouraged founders to stop walking alone and start collaborating, reminding them that partnerships often open doors to funding and growth.

Mr. Daniel mentioned that there’s still a big gap between what innovation is and what it should be and that more investors and stronger partnerships with institutions are needed.

When asked about the future of investing in the South-South, Mr. Uche said the key lies in finding and applying the right knowledge.