The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI), in partnership with AfriLabs, has hosted the final pitch event for the InnovateNaija competition. Fifteen finalists, selected from over 1,200 applicants nationwide, showcased homegrown technological solutions targeting critical sectors including energy, transport, agriculture, and healthcare. The competition offers a total prize pool featuring a 100 million Naira grand prize for the winner, alongside acceleration support to help participants scale their prototypes into commercial enterprises. The event aims to bridge the gap between early-stage innovation and industrial adoption, with leadership from NASENI emphasizing the necessity of turning local ideas into viable, job-creating products.