Welcome to Co-development Hub

We are dedicated to nurturing creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Approved by 1000+ creatives, innovators and entrepreneurs

Co-Dev Hub is a youth-led social Innovation Centre dedicated to nurturing creativity, Innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship to drive sustainable development.

Who We are

Development Through Innovation

Co-Development Hub is a member of the Civic Tech Innovation Network in West Africa (CTIN). Founded in 2018, Co-Dev Hub has incubated and accelerated over 100+ Startups and Freelancers in the Vocational, Creative, and Technology Industry.

Mission

Co-Development Hub is committed to driving social innovation, entrepreneurship, and technological advancement by providing a collaborative ecosystem where creatives, researchers, and innovators can develop transformative solutions. Through capacity building, incubation, and strategic partnerships, we empower individuals and enterprises to create lasting social and economic impact in Northeast Nigeria and beyond.

Vision

To be a leading hub for innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship in Africa, shaping a future where technology, research, and human capital development drive sustainable growth and social transformation.

Experience

Founded in 2018, Co-Dev Hub has incubated and accelerated over 100+ Start-ups and freelancers in the vocational, creative, and technology industry through partnerships, and collaborative initiatives with Governmental agencies, Private Companies, NGOs, Start-ups, Philanthropic and charity organizations among others.

Recognition

Co-Development Hub is a member of the Innovation Support Network (ISN) and a member of the Civic Tech Innovation Network in West Africa (CTIN).

Core Values

Innovation

We foster a culture of continuous learning, problem-solving, and groundbreaking ideas to tackle local and global challenges.

Collaboration

We believe in the power of partnerships and collective action to create meaningful impact.

Inclusion

We champion diversity, ensuring that young entrepreneurs, women, and marginalized communities have equal access to opportunities.

Sustainability

We design solutions that are scalable, sustainable, and aligned with long-term social and economic development.

Excellence

We uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and accountability in all our endeavors.

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What we do

Reshaping the narrative of the Northeast region of Nigeria, especially Borno and Yobe States.

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Our Work

At Co-Development Hub, we operate across four key workstreams that drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and social impact:

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Development

We design and implement high-impact programs in youth empowerment, digital peacebuilding, and social entrepreneurship, collaborating with governments and international organizations to drive sustainable development.

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Creative Enterprise

We support the creative economy through incubation, training, and production of theatre arts, digital media, documentaries, and filmmaking, empowering creatives to build sustainable businesses and amplify their impact.

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Innovation and Technology

We provide a collaborative space for startups and tech entrepreneurs to develop and scale solutions in AI, digital security, and civic technology, leveraging cutting-edge tools and expertise.

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Consulting and Business

We offer strategic advisory services in research, capacity building, business development, strategy development and program design, helping organizations optimize impact and drive long-term success.

HOW WE DO it

Our Impact

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Building Resilience Through Alternative Economic Pathways (BRAEPY)

Co-Development Hub supported 30 businesses to integrate Innovation in their businesses while accelerating their market reach beyond their communities.

UNICEF Global Incubation Challenge

in Partnership with UNICEF Co-Development Hub managed the delivery of 6-month structured Incubation and Acceleration program for EdTech start-ups in Borno.

Empowering Theatre Arts and Filmmakers in Borno

in partnership with USAID/Nigeria Lake Chad Basin Program. Co-Development Hub has incubated 10 theatre arts and film start-ups in Borno, with over 100 participants through this project. Over 50 short films and digital productions highlighting key issues in the northeast were produced as a result, short films including ‘’The Wall’’ and other advocacy movies.

Impact Ventures

in partnership with Nigeria Youth Futures Fund (NYFF), Co-Development Hub is working with key private sector players to maximize Corporate Social Responsibility for impacts in their communities. Co-Development Hub is supporting both communities and private sector companies to design strategies and facilitate dialogue for effective CSR implementation.

Digital Marketing for Informal Telecommunication Industry SMEs

in Partnership with World Bank/Multi-sectoral Crisis and Recovery Project. Through this project, Co-Development Hub trained over 1,000 youths and women in digital marketing for SMEs in the informal telecom industry.

Digital Storytelling Acceleration for Resilience Project

contracted by UNHCR – Through this project, Co-Development Hub designed and delivered a structured training, capacity building and mentorship project for 186 youths in Borno, developing skills in the areas of Photography, videography and Digital Storytelling for crafting powerful narratives. The project lasts from September 2024 to May 2025.

EVENT

Our Community Events

Creative Wednesday

A monthly event exclusively for creatives in Maiduguri with a passion for Creativity and Arts. Each edition features a 2-hour session on creative endeavors, exploring creative arts, media and literature.

Start-up Clinic

An event that seeks to Offer tailored mentorship and support sessions for startups in areas like funding, marketing, and scaling. An intensive multi-day workshop to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through ideation, validation, and pitching.

TEDx

An annual event that features a summit-like festival for ideas and Innovations featured on a global TED platform.

Tech Meet-Up / Start-Up Rendez-Vous

A quarterly meetup for start-ups and key actors in the Ecosystem that features talks around issues in the ecosystem, emerging trends and possible collaboration opportunities. Also serves as a platform for networking