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By Nana Theresa Timothy
HackJos 2025 is more than just another hackathon, it marks a major milestone in Nigeria’s tech journey and a celebration of nHub’s 10 years of driving innovation, nurturing talent, and building startups in Northern Nigeria.
As nHub celebrates its decade-long impact, HackJos 2025 sets the stage for reflection and reinvention — bringing together some of the nation’s brightest innovators, entrepreneurs, and thinkers to chart bold new directions for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The goal: to leverage cutting-edge digital solutions that unlock growth, boost resilience, and enhance competitiveness.
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A Week of Innovation in Jos
The city of Jos will once again play host to HackJos 2025: The HackJos Conference and Software Development Challenge, Northern Nigeria’s premier hackathon, taking place from November 10 to 12, 2025.
Over the course of three days, the event will seamlessly combine a 48-hour Challenge-Driven Hackathon with a one-day Innovation Summit, thereby creating a vibrant and collaborative environment where young innovators, developers, and business leaders come together to tackle real-world challenges.
Furthermore, HackJos enjoys robust support from notable organizations including GIZ, Digital Bridge Institute (DBI), Plateau State Medium Enterprises Development Agency (PLASMEDA), Jos Business School, SBTS Group, Smart Web, Young Innovators of Nigeria, and the Plateau State Government. With such strong institutional backing, this year’s edition is poised to become one of the most significant digital economy events in Nigeria for 2025.
A Hub for Innovation in the North
Over the years, HackJos has steadily evolved into far more than just a competition. Today, it stands as a thriving hub of innovation — a dynamic space where budding entrepreneurs, established tech firms, policymakers, and investors actively converge to shape the future of technology in Northern Nigeria.
Building on this legacy, this year’s theme, “Igniting MSME Growth Through Innovation,” underscores the vital role that small and medium-sized enterprises play in Nigeria’s economy. Through the promotion of homegrown, digital-first solutions, HackJos seeks not only to create jobs and tackle systemic business challenges but also to drive sustainable growth and long-term economic resilience.
The 48-Hour Challenge: Four Focus Tracks
At the heart of HackJos 2025 is its 48-hour hackathon, where teams of programmers, developers, and entrepreneurs will build innovative, market-ready solutions across four critical tracks:
- E-Commerce Solutions: Expanding market access for small businesses.
- Financial Inclusion: Creating digital tools to serve unbanked populations.
- Productivity Tools: Designing applications that boost business efficiency.
- Logistics and Last-Mile Delivery: Building smarter systems for transportation and goods distribution.
These tracks address some of the biggest pain points faced by MSMEs, positioning HackJos as a launchpad for impactful innovation.
High-Profile Speakers and Guests
HackJos 2025 will feature an impressive lineup of dignitaries, innovators, and policy leaders, including:
- Kashifu Inuwa, Director-General, National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
- Daser David, President, Digital Bridge Institute (DBI)
- Bomkam Ali Wuyep, Director-General, Plateau State Medium Enterprises Development Agency (PLASMEDA)
- Dr. Sola Afolabi, Chairman, Qitech Technologies Ltd
Other notable speakers include Dominic Datong (DG, PICTDA), Jide Awe (CEO, Jidaw.com), Bankole Oloruntoba (CEO, Nigerian Climate Innovation Center), Kola Aina (CEO, Ventures Platform), Murtala Abdullahi (CEO, Smart Web), and Mohammed Ibrahim (Founder, Startup Arewa).
Their collective expertise reflects the diverse ecosystem driving Nigeria’s digital transformation, from government and startups to academia and investors.
Building the Next Generation of Innovators
HackJos isn’t just about coding; it’s about capacity building and collaboration. By bringing together students, developers, entrepreneurs, scientists, and educators, the event fosters a creative environment where innovation thrives.
Participants will work intensively for 48 hours to design mobile, desktop, web, and hardware (embedded system) solutions addressing real challenges faced by MSMEs, from financing and logistics to productivity and growth.
Ownership, Partnerships, and Vision
HackJos is owned and promoted by nHub Nigeria, the first innovation hub in Northern Nigeria and a pioneer in tech ecosystem development. Over the last decade, nHub has empowered thousands of young people through training, incubation, and mentorship programs.
The 2025 edition is organized in collaboration with GIZ, PLASMEDA, and Qitech Technologies Ltd, reinforcing HackJos’ reputation as a world-class, impact-driven hackathon.
Why HackJos Matters
While Nigeria’s tech ecosystem has flourished in cities like Lagos and Abuja, HackJos provides a unique platform for Northern innovators, ensuring that Plateau State and the wider region remain integral to the nation’s digital economy.
The event’s focus on MSMEs also comes at a pivotal time, as these enterprises form the backbone of Nigeria’s economy, yet continue to face challenges like poor access to finance and inefficient delivery systems. Through digital empowerment, HackJos aims to strengthen their resilience and long-term growth.
Looking Ahead
With its powerful theme, strong partnerships, and a decade of proven impact, HackJos 2025 transcends the boundaries of a typical hackathon. Instead, it stands as a true catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and economic transformation, not only in Northern Nigeria but across the nation.
As developers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers converge in the serene city of Jos, they won’t merely compete; rather, they will co-create the future of Nigeria’s MSMEs through bold, technology-driven solutions.
Event Details:
HackJos 2025
Dates: November 10–12 (Hackathon), November 12 (Innovation Summit)
Venue: FOX Hotel, Jos
Theme: Igniting MSME Growth Through Innovation
