The Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has announced Friday, November 13, 2026, as the closing date for applications to its National Innovation Hackathon, organised under the NIMASA Blue Economy Accelerator Programme (NIMASA-BEAP).
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The initiative encourages innovators to develop solutions for Nigeria’s maritime and blue economy industries.
It covers 13 innovation tracks, including maritime technology and logistics, maritime safety and security, green shipping, smart ports, sustainable fisheries, marine waste management, ocean data, marine tourism and biotechnology.
Following the removal of the earlier age restriction, Nigerians aged 18 and above can apply, regardless of educational background. Applications are free, and the programme welcomes innovators with ideas and startups addressing relevant blue economy needs.
The hackathon is scheduled for December 8 to 10, 2026. Before then, applications are expected to undergo evaluation and due diligence from November 16 to December 2.
Selected participants may progress to a 12-week accelerator programme in 2027, which is expected to provide structured mentorship, industry exposure and venture-development support. The programme will culminate in a Demo Day where participating ventures can present their solutions to investors and industry stakeholders.
Applicants should note that selection is not automatic, and submitting an application does not guarantee funding or admission into the accelerator.
How to apply
Visit the official NIMASA-BEAP website at https://nbeap.nimasa.gov.ng/ and select the application option. Create an account, provide the requested founder, team and startup details, choose the relevant innovation track, explain the proposed solution and upload the required supporting documents.
