{
  "id": 3344997,
  "title": "Build local tech solutions, NASENI urges youths",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/build-local-tech-solutions-naseni-urges-youths-3344997",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-25T20:29:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/build-local-tech-solutions-naseni-urges-youths/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) is urging Nigerian youths to develop and defend locally tailored technology solutions to address community challenges. During the FutureMakers Week, 60 young innovators participated in live pitch sessions after completing a four-day virtual hackathon. Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Khalil Halilu stated that the innovators have evolved from creating prototypes to presenting their solutions publicly. The pitch sessions will test their ability to defend practical solutions addressing problems in their communities. The 60 innovators were selected from Nigeria's six geopolitical zones. They will compete for prizes of N1.5m, N1m, and N500,000 for first, second, and third place, respectively. The overall winner will receive a N5m grand prize, a fully funded international study tour, and scholarships to two leading Nigerian universities. The programme aims to provide a platform for young Nigerians to showcase homegrown solutions to community challenges.",
  "summary": "NASENI challenges young Nigerian innovators to develop and defend homegrown tech solutions for community problems. Discover FutureMakers Week pitches and p Read More: https://punchng.com/build-local-tech-solutions-naseni-urges-youths/",
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        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "Build local tech solutions, NASENI urges youths",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/build-local-tech-solutions-naseni-urges-youths",
        "published": "2026-08-25T20:29:14.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}