Case Details

The Bank recognizes the pivotal role that technology and innovation play in driving economic growth, fostering entrepreneurship, and solving pressing societal challenges. Since 2018, BOI has created 15 tech and innovation hubs across the country. These have impacted over 9,220 aspiring entrepreneurs and led to the creation of 950 startups across the nation.

 

BOI TECH HUB
BOI TECH HUB

The Bank’s objective in funding and sponsoring Tech/Innovation hubs is threefold:

  • Nurturing Talent: We aim to provide aspiring entrepreneurs and innovators with the resources, mentorship and infrastructure they need to turn their ideas into reality. Through hackathons, and incubation programs, we empower individuals to unleash their full potential and drive positive change in their communities.
  • Driving Economic Development: Through these hubs we have contributed to the development of vibrant ecosystems that attract investment, create jobs, and spur entrepreneurship. These hubs have driven economic activity, attracting startups, investors, and talent, and fostering a culture of innovation that propels entire industries forward. By fueling innovation, we not only strengthen the competitiveness of our economy but also position ourselves at the forefront of technological advancement.
  • Fostering Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing: Collaboration lies at the heart of innovation. Tech and innovation hubs provide platforms for collaboration, enabling individuals and organizations to exchange ideas, share knowledge, and form partnerships. The hubs facilitate cross-pollination of ideas, encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, and foster a culture of open innovation. Through initiatives such as networking events, workshops, and knowledge-sharing sessions, we create opportunities for meaningful connections and collective learning, driving innovation at scale.
Program & ObjectiveScope of Intervention CapacityLocation
Vatebra Tech Hub, AJAH
Co-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area

181Lagos
The Launch Pad, University of Lagos The Launch Pad is a 4-floor innovation complex located within the UNILAG Akoka Lagos campus. The complex funded by the Bank of Industry comprise over 400 desk spaces for innovation and startup activities. Facilities include event arcade, incubation studios, co-work spaces, private offices, meeting rooms, conference rooms, training rooms, roof top lounge, elevator, among others.400Lagos
Bayelsa Tech Hub, YENAGOA
Co-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area

141Bayelsa
BOI-UAT Hub, TORU-ORUA
Co-working Spaces,Training Room
75Bayelsa
BOI-UNILAG Hub, UNILAGThe hub provides over 120 spaces for co-working , collaboration , training, and lounges.120Lagos
Kadahive Innovation Hub, KADUNA
Co-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area

137Kaduna
Kebbi Tech Hub, KEBBI
Co-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area

114Kebbi
Opolo Innovation Hub, OAU ILE-IFECo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area
150Osun
Opolo Innovation Hub, UNIOSUNCo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area
150Osun
ICAN-BOI Innovation Hub, YABACo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, Lounge Area
242Lagos
BOI-BUK Innovation HubCo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, Lounge Area
75Kano
BOI-ATBU Innovation HubCo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab, 202Bauchi
BOI-UNIBEN Innovation HubCo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab
75Edo
BOI-UI Innovation HubCo-working Spaces, Robotics Lab50Oyo
BOI-RSU Innovation HubCo-working Spaces, Training Room, Collaborative Space, STEM & Robotics Lab64Rivers