Hackademia Institute has awarded scholarships to 100 women in Nigeria to access training in technology. The initiative, launched in March 2025, started as a campaign for International Women’s Day. It has now developed into a broader effort to equip women with technical and leadership skills.
According to Comfort Olatunde, Founder of Hackademia Institute, the goal is larger than skills development. “Hackademia is not just about teaching tech; it’s about rewriting the future,” she said. “We are building the next generation of founders, engineers, and creators who will power Nigeria’s economic evolution.”
The 12-week training covers Software Engineering, Product Management, Product Marketing, and Product Design. It is designed to provide not only digital skills but also mentorship, real-world projects, and career support. Hackademia aims to prepare participants for jobs and roles that impact the tech space.
Half of the 100 scholars are already in session. They are learning through a practical approach that includes guidance from industry professionals. The focus is on helping them develop tools to participate actively in the digital economy.
In its next phase, Hackademia will offer 150 new scholarships for NYSC members and recent graduates. This edition will be open to both men and women. It is intended to give more young people a chance to build careers in the tech sector.
Hackademia is also seeking support from organisations and individuals to help scale the programme. “This is not charity. It’s nation-building,” Comfort said. “Nigeria’s future will not be imported. It will be built by those who were given a shot — and made it count.”
Hackademia Institute is focused on developing tech talents through structured training, mentorship, and leadership development. It aims to create a network of 5,000 trained individuals who will contribute to building the local economy.
