TechQuest has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem with its participation in the maiden Innovation Support Network (ISN) Lagos Hubs Meet-Up of 2026, held on Wednesday, 28 January 2026, at The Cedar STEM and Entrepreneurship Hub (CSEH) in Yaba, Lagos.
The landmark gathering convened innovation hubs across Lagos, alongside technology leaders, hub directors, and ecosystem stakeholders, with the aim of deepening collaboration, exchanging ideas, and reinforcing collective efforts to drive technology-led development within the state. The meet-up marked a strategic starting point for ISN’s 2026 activities, setting a collaborative tone for the year ahead.
TechQuest was represented at the event by the Director of TechQuest STEM Academy, Dr. Itoro Emembolu, Ph.D., who participated in high-level discussions focused on ongoing engagements within the ISN network. Key areas of deliberation included strengthening inter-hub partnerships, aligning innovation goals, and identifying practical opportunities to scale impact through shared resources, programs, and expertise.
According to participants, the session underscored the growing importance of coordinated action among innovation hubs in addressing skills development, entrepreneurship, and emerging technology adoption across Lagos. Discussions also highlighted the need for sustained collaboration to ensure that innovation remains inclusive, impactful, and responsive to local and national development priorities.
The meet-up further featured interactive engagements with prominent technology innovators and hub leaders, including Samuel Jackson Hanson Johnson and other notable ecosystem players. These interactions emphasized the critical role of networking, peer learning, and knowledge sharing in building a resilient and globally competitive tech ecosystem.
Speaking on the outcomes of the event, TechQuest expressed optimism about leveraging the connections and insights gained to expand its collaborative footprint in 2026. The organization noted that partnerships formed through the ISN platform would enable it to create more opportunities for tech enthusiasts, innovators, and hub members, while advancing STEM education, innovation, and entrepreneurship across Lagos.
As the ISN community looks ahead to a year of coordinated programs and initiatives, TechQuest reaffirmed its readiness to contribute meaningfully to the network’s objectives and to the broader innovation landscape in Lagos State. The organization described the 2026 outlook as one filled with promise for deeper cooperation, shared growth, and transformative impact within Nigeria’s technology ecosystem.
