Leaders in Innovation
Leaders in Innovation
Empowering Nigeria's Next Generation of Innovators
Empowering Nigeria's Next Generation of Innovators
We are a leading force in bridging Nigeria's digital skills gap, empowering young tech talents and startup founders with the training, incubation, and support needed to thrive.
We are a leading force in bridging Nigeria's digital skills gap, empowering young tech talents and startup founders with the training, incubation, and support needed to thrive.
Our Partners
Trusted by these prestigious organizations
Our Partners
Trusted by these prestigious organizations
Our Partners
Trusted by these prestigious organizations
Our Impact
Our Impact
At YIN, we have directly impacted over 30,000+ young innovators and entrepreneurs across Nigeria.
At Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN), our mandate is to empower young people, women, and persons with disabilities with digital, STEM, and innovation skills to drive digital literacy, job creation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth. Through inclusive programs, we support solutions that strengthen local production, export potential, and revenue generation in Nigeria. To date, over 30,000 youths have benefited from YIN’s training and mentorship, equipping them to become creators and problem-solvers shaping Nigeria’s future.
At Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN), our mandate is to empower young people, women, and persons with disabilities with digital, STEM, and innovation skills to drive digital literacy, job creation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable economic growth. Through inclusive programs, we support solutions that strengthen local production, export potential, and revenue generation in Nigeria. To date, over 30,000 youths have benefited from YIN’s training and mentorship, equipping them to become creators and problem-solvers shaping Nigeria’s future.
Joy Buba
Executive Secretary/ CEO , Young Innovators of Nigeria
Joy Buba
Executive Secretary/ CEO , Young Innovators of Nigeria
Women
Beneficiaries
Women
Beneficiaries
0%
0%
States
Reached
States
Reached
0
0
Strategic
Partners
Strategic
Partners
0
0
Startups
Supported
Startups
Supported
0+
0+
Business Owners Trained
Business Owners Trained
0+
0+
Our Programms
Our Programms
Fostering Innovators Through Strategic Initiatives
Fostering Innovators Through Strategic Initiatives
Our programs are designed to build capacity, create opportunities, and foster a robust ecosystem for young innovators.
Our programs are designed to build capacity, create opportunities, and foster a robust ecosystem for young innovators.
TECHNOLOGY ECOSYSTEM DIALOGUE (TED) SUMMIT
The Technology Ecosystem Dialogue (TED) Summit is Young Innovators of Nigeria’s annual flagship gathering—now approaching its 4th edition in 2026—that convenes public and private sector leaders to examine critical technology gaps, sectoral challenges, and emerging opportunities across Nigeria’s digital landscape. The 2026 edition, themed “Energising Smart Mobility: Powering Cities of the Future (Abuja as a Smart City)”, will continue the tradition of mobilizing young innovators through the YIN National Hackathons, Innovation Awards, and Dinner to co-create bold, practical solutions that power Nigeria’s transition into a smarter, more connected future.
HerDigital Pathways Academy
HerDigital Pathways Academy is an inclusive learning programme designed to advance financial inclusion for women and girls, with a strong focus on persons with disabilities. The Academy equips participants with essential digital, financial, and entrepreneurial skills to improve access to economic opportunities, promote independence, and reduce inequality. Through targeted training, mentorship, and practical learning experiences, the programme empowers women and girls to actively participate in the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods.
IGNITION WEEK AND ECOSYSTEM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Ignition Week & Ecosystem Development Program is a one-week intensive technology bootcamp designed by the Young Innovators of Nigeria to spark digital transformation across sub-nationals through policy support, capacity building, and ecosystem activation. The program accelerates digital literacy while strengthening frameworks for e-governance, e-health, and other digital sectors, creating a strong foundation for a sustainable and thriving local tech ecosystem. Through this programs we have been able to ignite and develop the Bayelsa, Benue, Ogun, Kaduna, Borno, Enugu states state technology ecosystems
YOUTHS INNOVATION & ENTREPRENURSHIP PLATFORM
Youths Innovation & Entrepreneurship Platform is an annual program jointly initiated by the Young Innovators of Nigeria and the Nigeria Computer Society, held during the NCS International Conference to inspire, equip, and spotlight emerging young innovators. The platform brings together creative youths to discuss community challenges and develop practical, commercially viable solutions that can scale into real products, services, and start-ups. Over 30 startups founders have been empowered since the inception of the program in 2019.
APIL- YIN IDEAS PROGRAM
Young Innovators of Nigeria in collaboration with Cosmopolitan University are implementing partners of the World Bank IDEAS (Innovation Development and Efficiency in the Acquisition of Skills) Program is a national initiative designed to strengthen Nigeria’s technical and vocational education system by upgrading institutions, expanding digital skills training, and improving employability for over 3000 young people. The program supports state and federal TVET centers with modern infrastructure, industry- aligned curricula, and performance-driven training models that prepare youths for the future of work.
3MTT (3 Million Technical Talent)
Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) serves as an implementing partner for the 3MTT (3 Million Technical Talent) Program, delivering structured digital skills training to over 3,500 young Nigerians in Kaduna and Niger States. Through this role, YIN supports the national talent-accelerator agenda by equipping participants with industry-relevant competencies that strengthen employability and fuel Nigeria’s growing digital economy.
YIN DeepTech Cohort
The YIN Google DeepTech Cohort, implemented in collaboration with the 3MTT initiative, is a specialised program implemented by Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) designed to equip 1,500 young innovators with advanced digital and deep technology skills. The program focuses on practical, industry-aligned training in areas such as AI, IoT, and cybersecurity, empowering participants to develop scalable solutions and thrive in Nigeria’s emerging tech ecosystem.
TECHNOLOGY ECOSYSTEM DIALOGUE (TED) SUMMIT
The Technology Ecosystem Dialogue (TED) Summit is Young Innovators of Nigeria’s annual flagship gathering—now approaching its 4th edition in 2026—that convenes public and private sector leaders to examine critical technology gaps, sectoral challenges, and emerging opportunities across Nigeria’s digital landscape. The 2026 edition, themed “Energising Smart Mobility: Powering Cities of the Future (Abuja as a Smart City)”, will continue the tradition of mobilizing young innovators through the YIN National Hackathons, Innovation Awards, and Dinner to co-create bold, practical solutions that power Nigeria’s transition into a smarter, more connected future.
HerDigital Pathways Academy
HerDigital Pathways Academy is an inclusive learning programme designed to advance financial inclusion for women and girls, with a strong focus on persons with disabilities. The Academy equips participants with essential digital, financial, and entrepreneurial skills to improve access to economic opportunities, promote independence, and reduce inequality. Through targeted training, mentorship, and practical learning experiences, the programme empowers women and girls to actively participate in the digital economy and build sustainable livelihoods.
IGNITION WEEK AND ECOSYSTEM DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Ignition Week & Ecosystem Development Program is a one-week intensive technology bootcamp designed by the Young Innovators of Nigeria to spark digital transformation across sub-nationals through policy support, capacity building, and ecosystem activation. The program accelerates digital literacy while strengthening frameworks for e-governance, e-health, and other digital sectors, creating a strong foundation for a sustainable and thriving local tech ecosystem. Through this programs we have been able to ignite and develop the Bayelsa, Benue, Ogun, Kaduna, Borno, Enugu states state technology ecosystems
YOUTHS INNOVATION & ENTREPRENURSHIP PLATFORM
Youths Innovation & Entrepreneurship Platform is an annual program jointly initiated by the Young Innovators of Nigeria and the Nigeria Computer Society, held during the NCS International Conference to inspire, equip, and spotlight emerging young innovators. The platform brings together creative youths to discuss community challenges and develop practical, commercially viable solutions that can scale into real products, services, and start-ups. Over 30 startups founders have been empowered since the inception of the program in 2019.
APIL- YIN IDEAS PROGRAM
Young Innovators of Nigeria in collaboration with Cosmopolitan University are implementing partners of the World Bank IDEAS (Innovation Development and Efficiency in the Acquisition of Skills) Program is a national initiative designed to strengthen Nigeria’s technical and vocational education system by upgrading institutions, expanding digital skills training, and improving employability for over 3000 young people. The program supports state and federal TVET centers with modern infrastructure, industry- aligned curricula, and performance-driven training models that prepare youths for the future of work.
3MTT (3 Million Technical Talent)
Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) serves as an implementing partner for the 3MTT (3 Million Technical Talent) Program, delivering structured digital skills training to over 3,500 young Nigerians in Kaduna and Niger States. Through this role, YIN supports the national talent-accelerator agenda by equipping participants with industry-relevant competencies that strengthen employability and fuel Nigeria’s growing digital economy.
YIN DeepTech Cohort
The YIN Google DeepTech Cohort, implemented in collaboration with the 3MTT initiative, is a specialised program implemented by Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN) designed to equip 1,500 young innovators with advanced digital and deep technology skills. The program focuses on practical, industry-aligned training in areas such as AI, IoT, and cybersecurity, empowering participants to develop scalable solutions and thrive in Nigeria’s emerging tech ecosystem.
Testimonials
Testimonials
Voices of Impact
See how our programs empower young innovators to build their careers and businesses.
A total game-changer. YIN connected me to a powerful network of innovators and mentors. It’s not just a community; it’s a catalyst for career growth.
Oladayo Tosin Akinwande
Member
Working with them was a breath of fresh air. Calm, clear, and deeply creative — they gave our brand space to breathe while making it sharper than ever.
Chinedu Okeke
Fintech Founder
Honest feedback from the startup community at TED is invaluable. YIN helps us build regulations that actually support innovation.
Dr. Amina Bello
Policy Advisor
The Startup Clinic didn't just teach theory; it helped me build a working business model. Thanks to YIN, my startup is now positioned for real success.
Ehis
Founder
YIN started my tech journey. I went from a student coding batch to landing international remote gigs. They gave me the foundation to fly.
Nnamdi Nonso
Member
Build The Future With Us
Build The Future With Us
Become a Partner
Collaborate with us on high-impact projects. Let's work together to bridge the digital skills gap, support the next generation of founders, and build a sustainable future.
Become a Partner
Collaborate with us on high-impact projects. Let's work together to bridge the digital skills gap, support the next generation of founders, and build a sustainable future.
Join the Team
Become a member of our national community. Get access to resources, mentorship, and a network of peers to help you grow your skills and build your vision.
Join the Team
Become a member of our national community. Get access to resources, mentorship, and a network of peers to help you grow your skills and build your vision.
Programs
TED
Programs
News & Insights
Contact Us
Get In Touch
X
Contact Us