NYSF 2026 Sustainability Solution Showcase: Call for Applications for Young Nigerian Founders

Deadline: Monday, September 21, 2026

Do you have a solution that could make Nigeria more sustainable? The Lagos Business School Sustainability Centre and the Naija Youth Sustainability Forum (NYSF) are inviting young Nigerians to present their work at the NYSF 2026 Sustainability Solution Showcase.

What is it about?

The Showcase is a call for young Nigerians building solutions for a more sustainable Nigeria. Its tagline is "Showcase • Connect • Grow."

It comes from the Naija Youth Sustainability Forum, which brings together young people from across Nigeria to inspire innovation and leadership action for sustainable development, with a focus on sustainability trends, ESG topics and economic opportunities. The forum has run in 2022, 2023 and 2024. The Sustainability Centre itself was launched in 2010 and works to find solutions to critical sustainability challenges through research, certificate programmes and business action platforms.  (Naija Youth Sustainability Forum (YSF) +2)

Who is it for?

The flyer says the call is for young Nigerian founders, entrepreneurs, social innovators and organisational leaders.

Country eligibility: Nigerians. No state restriction appears on the flyer.

Age limit: not stated for the 2026 call. The 2023 forum was open to people aged 18 to 35, so check the application page before applying.  

Focus areas

Your solution should fall under one of these three themes:

•Climate & Environment

•Social Development

•Sustainable Economy & Infrastructure

Why apply?

The flyer promises a platform to showcase your solution, connect with other changemakers and grow your work. Details such as the showcase date, format, benefits and selection criteria aren't published in the sources I could access. Check the application page for those.

Deadline

Applications close on Monday, September 21, 2026. The flyer doesn't give a cut-off time, so submit early.

How to apply

👉 Apply here: https://events.lbs.edu.ng/NYSF26#/

Quick tips

Pick the theme that fits your solution best.

Be ready to describe the problem, your solution, your stage and your impact so far.

Read the full requirements on the application page before you start.

For questions, email the organisers at sustainabilitycentre@lbs.edu.ng.

Source: LBS Sustainability Centre / Naija Youth Sustainability Forum. Always confirm details on the official application page.