ONDI Opens iHatch Cohort 5 Applications, Giving Nigerian Startups Until May 27
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Updated · Techpoint Africa · May 25
ONDI Opens iHatch Cohort 5 Applications, Giving Nigerian Startups Until May 27
3 articles · Updated · Techpoint Africa · May 25
Summary
Applications for iHatch Cohort 5 are now open, with ONDI inviting early-stage Nigerian founders to apply before the May 27, 2026 deadline.
The incubation program targets founders with an idea, MVP or early prototype, aiming to help them build with structure through practical training, mentorship, hub access and founder networks.
Eligibility requires applicants to be at least 18, have started their startup within the last 2 years, possess relevant technical capacity in their team, and not have joined iHatch before.
ONDI, an initiative of NITDA, is positioning the program as part of a broader push to strengthen Nigeria's innovation ecosystem by backing young entrepreneurs solving local problems.