Borno State Govt. and UNIMAID announces Hackathon on Peace, Security & Energy Innovation, 2026

The UNDP UniPod, in collaboration with the Borno State Government and the University of Maiduguri, has officially announced a call for applications for an upcoming hackathon. This event is dedicated to fostering solutions in the critical areas of Peace, Security, and Energy Innovation.

The hackathon will be hosted at the Abdul Samad Rabiu International Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (ASR-ICiE), located at the University of Maiduguri. Students, innovators, founders, and tech enthusiasts are all encouraged to apply and contribute to building impactful, real-world solutions.

Focus Areas

Participants are invited to develop projects within the following tracks:

• Peace & Security: Including early warning systems, community resilience, and strategies to combat digital security threats and misinformation.
• Sustainable Energy: Focusing on solar and renewable solutions, energy access for communities and SMEs, and clean, off-grid innovations.

Why Participate?

This event provides a unique platform for participants to work alongside mentors and industry experts. Key benefits include:

• Developing and refining real-world solutions.
• Accessing potential incubation and funding opportunities.
• Networking with leaders within the innovation ecosystem.
• Competing for exciting prizes.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can access the application portal by scanning the QR code provided on the event flyer. Please ensure all submissions are completed before the deadline of March 26th, 2026.