The stage is set for one of Nigeria’s biggest technology gatherings as Codefest officially announces the Hackathon Expo 2025, an event expected to spotlight the nation’s fast-growing community of innovators, developers, and emerging startups.
Excitement continues to build across Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, with organisers predicting that this year’s edition will be the most transformative since the Expo’s inception. Speaking ahead of the event, Codefest Co-founder and CEO Moss Uromtah described the Expo as “a launchpad for ideas that will shape the future,” urging tech enthusiasts, creators, and entrepreneurs to take advantage of the opportunity.
Scheduled to take place in the coming days, the Hackathon Expo 2025 is projected to attract participants from across the country, uniting entrepreneurs, solution builders, investors, and industry leaders under one roof. Organisers say the event will serve as a major national platform for showcasing innovation and accelerating Nigeria’s growing influence in Africa’s digital economy.
A key highlight of the Expo is its renewed focus on Nigeria’s expanding startup ecosystem. Startups working across fintech, healthtech, edtech, AI, software development, and other emerging sectors will have the opportunity to demonstrate new products, pitch groundbreaking ideas, and engage directly with stakeholders who can support their scale-up journey.
Attendees can expect live demonstrations, prototype testing, interactive exhibitions, panel discussions, and thought-leadership sessions led by some of Nigeria’s most impactful voices in technology and innovation.
Meet the Compere: Dr. Josephine Oghenekevbe Ogufere (Kevbe)
The event will be compered by Dr. Josephine Oghenekevbe Ogufere, popularly known as Kevbe—an Apostle, author, publisher, educator, and literacy advocate. With over 100 written works, 31 published titles, and a far-reaching influence in leadership and literacy development, she brings a wealth of expertise and inspiration to the Hackathon Expo stage. She is the Founder/CEO of Kevbes Book Haven Enterprises, Global Tribe Leader of the African Writers Tribe, and founder of the Intentional African Leader Movement.
Special Guest & Keynote Speaker: Mr. Olu Oyinsan
Among the distinguished guests is Olu Oyinsan, Managing Partner at Oui Capital, an early-stage venture fund supporting technology companies in emerging markets. Oyinsan’s experience spans commercial banking, global tech consulting, and Silicon Valley’s startup ecosystem, making him a notable voice on innovation, investment readiness, and startup growth.
Keynote Speaker & Chairman – Codefest Hackathon Expo 2025: Vinod G. Kaurani
The Chairman for this year’s edition is Vinod G. Kaurani, Managing Director of Mayfair Travel Nigeria Ltd and CEO of Tripberry.com. Kaurani has been associated with Codefest Hackathon since 2018 and is widely respected for his role in merging traditional travel services with digital innovation. Under his leadership, Mayfair Travel and Tripberry.com have grown into key players in Nigeria’s travel and tourism industry, earning recognition from the World Travel Awards.
Meet the Host: Moss Uromtah
The Expo will be hosted by Moss Uromtah, Co-founder and CEO of Codefest Africa, an investor and social entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience in tech innovation, business development, and capacity building. Uromtah is credited with helping more than 50,000 people discover career paths and opportunities within Africa’s tech ecosystem.
As anticipation builds, organisers say the Hackathon Expo 2025 will set a new benchmark for innovation events in the region—positioning Nigeria as a leading force in Africa’s digital transformation. With cutting-edge showcases, strategic conversations, and a platform built to elevate visionary talent, the future appears ready to unfold at Codefest’s Hackathon Expo 2025.
