The Markerthon
12 Universities. Live Competitions. Great Prizes. \Nationwide Impact.
The Makerthon is a hands-on National AI innovation challenge designed as part of the Makemation National AI Festivals holding in 12 Universities across Nigeria where participants don’t just pitch ideas, they build real, working solutions to some of Nigeria’s most pressing problems. This is where creators, engineers and problem-solvers come together to design an AI-Powered products that can scale beyond the classroom.
Focus Areas
Participants will build solutions in one of these areas:
AI in healthcare
ai in agriculture
ai in government / public sector
ai in education
ai in security / defense
Makerthon Highlight
We’re not seeking ideas or theories. We want to see real projects that can work in the real world
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Identify a real problem in Nigeria
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Design and build an AI-powered solution
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Develop a working prototype [software or hardware]
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Present your Project LIVE at the Makemation AI Festival in your School
What You Stand to Win
Experience a range of events designed to challenge and inspire the next generation of AI leaders
Cash Price
₦1,500,000.00
Cash Price
₦1,000,000.00
Cash Price
₦500,000.00
Other Prizes
Mentorship &
Technical Support
Other Prizes
Opportunity to scale your project
Other Prizes
National exposure and recognition
Ready to Make Something That Matters?
Join creators across Nigeria and turn your ideas into real-world solutions.
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