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Ilorin Innovation Hub
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Ilorin Innovation Hub is a technology and innovation centre located in Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. It is a public-private initiative between the Kwara State Government and IHS Nigeria in partnership with Co-creation Hub (CcHub) and Future Africa and managed by Temi Kolawole.[1][2] The facility, covering over 13,000m2 and accommodating more than 1,000 users, is one of West Africa's largest innovation spaces and was created to develop digital skills, support startups and young innovators, and promote economic growth.[3][4][5]
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History
In November 2023, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed in November 2023 between Kwara State Government and IHS Nigeria to establish the innovation facility. The hub commenced operations officially in early 2025, launching incubation and acceleration programmes aimed at nurturing digital talents and catalysing economic empowerment in Kwara State.[6][7]
The hub supports national digital initiatives like the 3MTT Learning community and is created in alignment with President Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda, which focuses on boosting productivity and job creation through investment in digital infrastructure.[8][9]
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Programs & Activities
The Ilorin Innovation Hub offers a range of structured programs delivered in partnership with Co-creation Hub (CcHub) and Future Africa.[7]
Incubation and Accelerator Programs
These programs concentrate on areas such as artificial intelligence, agricultural technology, energy innovation, and entrepreneurship. They aim to equip tech startups and innovators with the necessary tools and networks.[10]
Leadership & Ecosystem Development
In collaboration with Future Africa[11], the hub runs Advanced Technical Leadership Training, Corporate Innovation and Accelerator Program, and Ecosystem Development and Mentorship Initiative.[10][9]
Art Hackathon
A pre-launch event in 2024 hosted an Art Hackathon where artists from Kwara State and across Nigeria to submit works around innovation and local development.[12]
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Partnerships
The hub was developed in partnership with IHS Nigeria, Co-creation Hub (CcHub), Future Africa.[13]
References
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