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Tech Ignite '26 — Are you actually Building?
What to expect
A global stage where students, innovation, and technology come together to build the future, and inspire what’s next.
- 20+
- Global innovators and creative leaders sharing insights that help you.
- 1500+
- Connect with fellow tech students, share ideas, and explore new opportunities together.
- 5k+
- A vibrant community of creators from around the world has the best outcome.
The audience
Tech Ignite brings together the people building, exploring what’s next in technology.
Students & Aspiring Talent
Students, beginners, and future tech professionals ready to learn new skills and connect with the tech community.
Developers & Builders
Developers, designers, and makers turning ideas into real products and building solutions that matter.
Founders & Startups
Entrepreneurs, startups, and aspiring founders looking to validate ideas and take their next big step.
Innovators & Tech Leaders
Industry professionals, community leaders, and forward-thinker creating opportunities for the next generation.
Where Students,Innovation, and TechnologyIgnite the Future
Keynote speakers
Our SpeakerLineup
World-class creators, innovators, and tech leaders sharing their stories and insights.
TO BE ANNOUNCED
The keynote lineup will be revealed here.
Schedule
2 days of inspiration &innovation.
Day 1:
Hackathon
Nov 19, 2026
09:00
Opening Ceremony & Team Check-in
11:00
Hackathon Build Sprints
14:00
Mentor Clinic: Ship What You Start
16:00
Project Demos & Judging
Day 2:
Conference
Nov 20, 2026
09:00
Door opens, Arrival
11:00
Opening address by Head of Depts.(Uniuyo)
14:00
Welcome address by the TechIgnite Team on “The Journey so far” & SUG address
16:00
Closing Remark and Afterparty
Our Partners & Sponsors
Tech Ignite is made possible with the support of leading brands, organizations, andcreative communities.Tech Ignite is made possible with the support of leading brands, organizations, and creative communities.
Title Sponsor
Diamond Sponsors
Hackathon Sponsor
Become a sponsor
Why Sponsor Tech Ignite’26?
Tech Ignite by GDG Uyo goes beyond a single event. It brings students, developers, and tech enthusiasts together to share ideas, build meaningful connections, explore new opportunities, and grow within a community shaping the future of technology.
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