{
  "id": 18044341,
  "title": "Ecobank Rewards Young Innovators with N22m",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/ecobank-rewards-young-innovators-with-n22m",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T00:00:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "This Day",
    "slug": "this-day",
    "url": "https://www.thisdaylive.com/2026/11/04/ecobank-rewards-young-innovators-with-n22m/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ecobank Nigeria has demonstrated its dedication to nurturing young innovators and entrepreneurs through the grand finale of the InnovateX Hackathon. This flagship innovation challenge, powered by Blaze by Ecobank and in collaboration with Verve, brought together young Nigerians to convert ideas into practical solutions for real-world challenges across various sectors such as banking, technology, business, and society. Executing Director, Commercial and Consumer Banking, Kola Adeleke, highlighted that InnovateX was initiated to provide a platform for Nigerian youths to transform their ideas into practical solutions, addressing issues in finance, technology, digital services, education, and enterprise solutions. The hackathon aims to nurture ideas, develop entrepreneurial capabilities, and connect promising innovators with the necessary resources, mentorship, and networks to achieve success. Victor Yalokwu, Head of Products and Analytics at Ecobank Nigeria, described the InnovateX Hackathon as an extension of Blaze by Ecobank's commitment to empowering young Nigerians. Blaze serves as a platform for young people to showcase their talents, ideas, and abilities, driving economic growth. Through Blaze, Ecobank continues to create opportunities that empower the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs.",
  "summary": "Kayode Tokede Ecobank Nigeria has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment, innovation and entrepreneurship with the successful hosting of the grand finale of the InnovateX Hackathon, its flagship innovation challenge",
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}