About Us

Building the Future,
Together.

Hack4Futo is the premier student-led tech community and hackathon in South East Nigeria. We are makers, dreamers, and doers.

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2k+Community
100+Projects Built
Hack4Futo mission

Empowering Tech Innovation

Our commitment to nurturing the next generation of tech leaders

Our Mission

Bridging the gap between academia and industry

Hack4Futo exists to create meaningful connections between students and industry professionals through immersive tech experiences. We believe in the power of collaboration to drive innovation and prepare the next generation of tech leaders.

Our mission is to provide a platform where students can learn practical skills, showcase their talents, and connect with mentors who can guide them on their professional journey.

Skill Development

Equipping students with practical, industry-relevant skills through workshops, hackathons, and mentorship.

Community Building

Creating a supportive tech ecosystem where collaboration and knowledge sharing thrive.

Innovation Catalyst

Encouraging creative problem-solving and the development of solutions that address real-world challenges.

Our Vision

Creating a Thriving Tech Ecosystem

We envision a future where Nigerian students are at the forefront of technological innovation, equipped with the skills, connections, and opportunities they need to succeed in the global tech industry.

By 2030, we aim to have empowered over 10,000 students through our programs, creating a network of tech professionals who are driving innovation and economic growth across Nigeria and beyond.

Educational Excellence

Becoming the premier tech education platform that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical application.

Industry Integration

Creating seamless pathways for students to transition into industry roles through our network of partners.

Global Impact

Showcasing Nigerian tech talent on the global stage and contributing to solutions for worldwide challenges.

Hack4Futo vision

Building Tomorrow's Leaders

Our vision for the future of technology in Nigeria

Our DNA

The Principles That Guide Us

Our core values shape everything we do at Hack4Futo, from how we organize events to how we interact with our community.

Unrelenting Excellence

We don't settle for "good enough". We strive for world-class standards in the quality of our events, the code we ship, and the impact we create.

Radical Innovation

We embrace creative thinking and encourage participants to push boundaries. We believe the craziest ideas often lead to the biggest breakthroughs.

Active Collaboration

We believe in the power of teamwork. Diverse perspectives + Shared goals = Better outcomes.

Deep Inclusivity

A community where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to contribute—regardless of background.

The Squad

Meet the Core Team

The masterminds, builders, and strategists behind Hack4Futo 5.0.

Nwakanma Dominion

Nwakanma Dominion

Convener

Visionary leader driving the Hack4Futo mission. Top 2% Solana Mobile Developer and Flutter expert.

Hilda Amarachi

Hilda Amarachi

Co-Convener

Ensuring operational excellence and strategic growth for the Hack4Futo ecosystem.

Ubadineke Prince

Ubadineke Prince

Technical Lead

Architecting the technical infrastructure and leading workshops.

Dennis Paul

Dennis Paul

Sponsors & Partnership Lead

Connecting Hack4Futo with global Web3 and Web2 partners.

Emmanuel Victor Kelechi

Emmanuel Victor Kelechi

Head of Volunteers

Managing our vibrant community of volunteers and ensuring smooth execution.

Zion

Zion

Project Manager

Overseeing project timelines and team coordination.

Ebere

Ebere

Project Manager

Ensuring deliverables are met with precision and quality.

Sammy Jay

Sammy Jay

Logistics Lead

Structuring venue operations, power, and crowd flow.

Collins

Collins

Welfare & Hospitality Lead

Managing attendee wellbeing, refreshments, and guest hosting.

Want to Join the Team?

We are always looking for passionate individuals to join our various departments: Media, Publicity, Logistics, and more.

Apply to Volunteer

Our Journey So Far

From a small campus initiative to a major tech event, discover how Hack4Futo has evolved over the years

2023

The Foundation

Hack4Futo was founded by a group of passionate Mechatronics students who recognized the gap between academic learning and industry requirements. The first event was a small workshop attended by 1000 students.

1000 Participants
Hack4Futo founding team

The Founding Team

The visionaries who started it all

Hack4Futo first hackathon

First Major Hackathon

A 48-hour coding marathon with amazing projects

June 2023

Rapid Growth

Building on the success of our initial workshops, we organized our first full-scale hackathon with industry sponsors. The event attracted about 1500 participants from various universities and featured mentors from leading tech companies.

200 Participants
5 Sponsors
2024

National Expansion

Hack4Futo expanded to become a school event, with participants from universities across Owerri. We introduced a conference component featuring keynote speakers from global tech companies and expanded our prize pool to over ₦2M.

1500+ Participants
12 Sponsors
Hack4Futo conference

National Tech Conference

Bringing together students and industry leaders

Hack4Futo future vision

Looking to the Future

Expanding our impact across Africa

2025

The Future

For 2025, we're planning our most ambitious event yet, with an expected 1000+ participants, international speakers, and a focus on solving real-world problems through technology. We're also launching a year-round mentorship program.

1000+ Expected
₦5M Prize Pool

Celebrating Our Past Events

Take a look back at our previous hackathons and conferences, the amazing people who made them possible, and the innovative projects that emerged

October 10-12, 2024

Hack4Futo 2024: Tech Beyond Boundaries

Our 2024 event was our biggest yet, featuring a 3-day conference and hackathon with participants from across Nigeria. The event focused on using technology to solve pressing challenges in healthcare, education, and agriculture.

Participants

500+

Prize Pool

₦2,000,000

#AI
#Healthcare
#Education
#Agriculture
Hack4Futo 2024 event

Key People

Convener 2024

Chukwuduzie Blaize

Convener

Graduate of Mechanical Engineering at FUTO with over 3 years of experience in Software Engineering

Co-Convener 2024

Chioma Okafor

Co-Convener

Tech entrepreneur and founder of EduTech Nigeria, passionate about using technology to improve education access.

Winner 2024

Team Innovate

Grand Prize Winner

Developed MediScan, an AI-powered mobile app that helps diagnose common skin conditions using smartphone photos.