Call for Applications: ISN Annual Gathering 2025 Deal Room for High-Growth Nigerian Startups (over $20,000 in seed funding and prizes)

The Innovation Support Network (ISN) Annual Gathering 2025 Deal Room is set to take place on November 20, 2025, at the Convocation Center, Bayero University Kano, from 11 AM – 3 PM.

This flagship event themed “The Pitch Perfect Deal” brings together visionary startup founders, investors, development partners, and venture capitalists for a high-stakes, one-day investment showcase.

ISN represents 230 innovation hubs across Nigeria, collectively supporting over 900 startups nationwide.

Only 50 high-potential startups will be shortlisted for Deal Day, ensuring strong investor readiness and quality engagement.

Each selected founder will undergo a Pitch Masterclass before the event, ensuring their investment story and growth strategy meet global standards.

Target sectors include:

Agriculture & Food Security | HealthTech | EdTech | FinTech | Energy | Governance & Transparency | ClimateTech | Infrastructure Development

Eligibility

Startups must:

Operate in listed priority sectors.

Be post-MVP & post-go-to-market.

Be 1–5 years post-incorporation.

Be for-profit Nigerian businesses.

Attend physically in Kano on Nov 20 2025.

Benefits for Investors & Partners

Access to over $20,000 in seed funding and prizes.

National visibility via co-branding and media coverage.

Exclusive invitation to the Investor Dinner with high-level stakeholders.

Co-creation of long-term investment pipelines in Northern Nigeria.

Timeline

Call for Applications: Oct 22 – Nov 6 2025

Review: Nov 6 – 11 2025

Notifications: Nov 12 2025

Shortlist Announcement: Nov 13 2025

Pitch Masterclass: Nov 15 2025

Deal Day: Nov 20 2025

👉 Visit www.isnhubs.org.ng to Apply

📩 Email: info@isnhubs.org.ng

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