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2025 WEMA Bank Hackathon – Hackaholics Program for Nigerians (₦150M in Prizes)
2025 WEMA Bank Hackathon – Hackaholics Program for Nigerians (₦150M in Prizes)
The application window for the 2025 WEMA Bank Hackathon Hackaholics Program is officially open!
Read on to discover the full application process for this exciting innovation challenge designed specifically for Nigerians. Learn more about Wema Bank and how you can participate below.
Program Summary
Category: Trainings/Workshop
Program:Â Hackathon Programs
Eligibility: Nigerians, Startups, SMEs, tech guys
Rewards:Â Cash rewards of up to 200m
Tests: None
Requirements: Others
Sponsor: Wema Bank
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Program Overview
With ₦150 million in prizes, the Wema Bank Hackathon 6.0 Program is a youth-centered competition designed to support innovators and startup founders with tech-enabled or tech-driven breakthrough ideas and products. The goal is to empower them to grow and rapidly scale their ventures.
This innovative initiative is powered by Wema Bank/ALAT, one of Nigeria’s most digital-forward financial institutions. Following the success of five previous editions, the 6th edition, themed “Re-imagined”, is now live.
Eligibility Criteria
Anyone can apply for the 2025 WEMA Bank Hackaholics Program — whether you’re a young entrepreneur, a professional, or a student.
No programming background is required, and you don’t need a Computer Science degree to be eligible.
Programme Structure
Stage 1: Application Phase
This is where the journey starts! Developers, designers, and problem-solvers across Nigeria are invited to apply.
Stage 2: Regional Preliminaries
Shortlisted teams will battle it out in various regions, working under expert mentorship to fine-tune their solutions.
Stage 3: Final Day Demo
Top teams from the preliminaries will pitch their innovations before a panel of judges, which includes executives and tech industry leaders.
Stage 4: Grand Finale
Winners will receive cash prizes, mentorship, and funding. Outstanding ideas may also be selected for further development in collaboration with Wema Bank.
Rewards and Benefits
Cash Prizes & Funding: Stand a chance to win up to ₦200 million to grow your startup or idea.
Mentorship: Learn directly from top professionals in fintech, banking, and tech.
Access to Tech Tools & APIs: Use Wema Bank’s tools to build and test your innovations.
Recognition & Visibility: Showcase your work to top industry players and decision-makers.
Internship & Job Openings: Possibility of joining Wema Bank’s innovation team.
Career & Networking: Connect with investors, tech leaders, and like-minded individuals.
How to Apply
Click [HERE] to start your application.
Deadline: Not specified
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