The Y-GeoInnovation & Tech Incubation Programme is a signature initiative of the Geospatial Intelligence Foundation of Nigeria (GIFON) aimed at nurturing young innovators, startups, and entrepreneurs who are building solutions at the intersection of geospatial intelligence, technology, and national development.
This programme serves as a talent-to-enterprise pipeline, providing Nigerian youth with access to training, mentorship, incubation facilities, seed funding, and exposure to global innovation ecosystems.
Program Objectives
Foster Youth Innovation
Cultivate creative, youth-led solutions leveraging geospatial technologies.
Incubate Startups
Support the growth of early-stage enterprises solving national security and development challenges.
Bridge Gaps
Connect academia, government, and industry through youth-driven innovation.
Promote Digital Transformation
Accelerate adoption of AI, IoT, drones, big data, and geospatial platforms in Nigeria.
Build Resilience
Apply innovative tools to strengthen Nigeria’s 13 critical infrastructure sectors.