Opening: 13-Feb-2026
Closing: 28-Feb-2026
Northwest Nigeria Climate Innovation Program

Scaling Climate Solutions in Northwest Nigeria

Join our Climate Change Pre-Incubation Program designed for early-stage climate-tech founders in Kano, Kaduna, and across the Northwest.

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12-Week Incubation Program Roadmap

Our comprehensive program designed to accelerate your climate-tech startup

Program Mode

Virtual Mode

  • Live online sessions via Zoom
  • Access to recorded sessions
  • Virtual mentorship meetings
  • Online collaboration tools
  • Flexible scheduling
Available for all states

In-Person Mode

  • Face-to-face workshops
  • Hands-on practical sessions
  • Direct mentor access
  • Networking opportunities
  • Demo day presentations
Kano & Kaduna hubs
Weeks 1-4

Foundation Building

  • Market Research & Validation
  • Business Model Development
  • Team Formation & Roles
Weeks 5-8

Product Development

  • MVP Creation
  • Prototype Testing
  • Technical Mentorship
Weeks 9-12

Growth & Scale

  • Fundraising Preparation
  • Investor Pitch Training
  • Demo Day & Graduation

Applications Are Now Closed

The deadline for applications was February 28, 2026 at 11:59 PM WAT. Thank you for your interest in the Startbench Climate Pre-Incubation Program.

ℹ️ Next Steps: If you've already applied, please check your email for updates. You can also check your application status.

Northwest Nigeria Coverage Area

Our program covers all 7 states of Northwest Nigeria, supporting climate entrepreneurs across the region

Population

40M+

Coverage Area

200K km²

States Covered

7

Climate Zone

Semi-arid

Covered States

Kano

Commercial Hub

Kaduna

Industrial Center

Katsina

Agricultural Base

Sokoto

Historical City

Jigawa

Farming Community

Kebbi

Rice Bowl

Zamfara

Mining State

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