Port Harcourt is set to host one of the most anticipated tech gatherings in southern Nigeria as the Port Harcourt Tech Expo returns with a four-day innovation-focused program. Holding from July 25 to 28, 2025, the event will feature a ₦5 million hackathon and a startup pitching event, both aimed at empowering builders, problem-solvers, and early-stage founders.
The Hackathon invites individuals and teams to identify pressing challenges within their communities and propose practical, tech-enabled solutions. With a prize pool of ₦5 million, it is an opportunity to compete and also a chance to bring local innovation to life. Interested participants are required to submit their proposals by July 15 to hackathon@phtechexpo.com
Also taking place is the Tech Pitch Battle, tailored for startups and idea-stage founders looking to raise funds or secure investor attention. Whether it’s a working product or a bold concept with clear market potential, the platform is open to founders ready to make their case. Pitches should be sent to pitch@phtechexpo.com, also before the July 15 deadline.
More than just a competition, the Port Harcourt Tech Expo is positioning itself as a launchpad for ideas and a meeting point for Nigeria’s growing tech ecosystem. Participants can expect exposure, community, and the chance to gain meaningful support for the work they’re building. For developers, founders, and creatives hoping to build and grow, this is a date worth marking.
