Dr. Kingsley Tochukwu Udeh
Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology, Nigeria
TOPIC
Empowering Youth Innovation for Sustainable Growth
Coderina University Challenge
An innovation platform designed to empower and inspire creativity amongst students in tertiary education by showcasing groundbreaking projects in collaboration with the National Universities Commission (NUC).
What is COUCH?
Empowering University Students to Innovate, Build, and Solve Real-World Problems
The Coderina University Challenge (COUCH) is an innovative platform designed to inspire creativity, foster entrepreneurial mindsets, and encourage the practical application of academic research among students in tertiary education. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world application, COUCH empowers students to develop solutions that address pressing societal challenges across Nigeria.
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2025 Champions
1st Runner Up
Neuronaut Robotics
Nile University of Nigeria
Robotics & AIAutonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) designed for subsea pipeline inspection, aiming to address the critical issue of corrosion and damage leading to oil and gas leaks.
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2nd Runner Up - People's Choice
Team CIRCLE
Federal University of Technology Akure
Waste ManagementAn intelligent waste management system that combines mobile technology, IoT-enabled smart bins, and AI-driven waste sorting to address Nigeria's waste management challenges by making disposal easier, more rewarding, and data-driven for a cleaner environment and a circular economy.
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2nd Runner Up
Waste2light
Federal University of Technology Minna
Sustainable EnergyWaste2Light is dedicated to transforming waste materials into sustainable energy solutions. Waste2Light focuses on empowering underserved communities by creating affordable, off-grid power systems from recycled resources, while also providing youth training in fabrication and clean energy. Beyond existing products, the company is developing innovative solutions like hybrid power systems for flood-prone areas and eco-charcoal briquettes from rice husks.
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1st Runner Up - People's Choice
ScrapLink
Lagos State University
Digital MarketplaceScrapLink is a digital marketplace designed to connect small-scale scrap metal sellers with qualified buyers, primarily targeting an underserved market in Lagos, Nigeria. It addresses inefficiencies in the scrap industry by leveraging AI for material classification and valuation, a dual-verification point system for transactions, and integrated logistics for transport.
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People's Choice Winner
ADSU FRESH AIR INNOVATORS
Adamawa State University
Green ChemistryThis project focuses on developing an eco-friendly lubricant grease from polyethylene waste, specifically addressing the environmental impact of plastics on human health and ecosystems. The process involves chemically converting shredded plastic waste into a synthetic oil, which is then blended with additives to create the lubricant.
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Grand Winner 🏆
Team Imsu
Imo State University
Biogas & BiocharThis project aims to transform palm oil waste into clean energy and biochar. This system addresses environmental issues like CO₂ emissions and provides solutions for rural communities lacking access to clean cooking fuel. The digester generates biochar for soil enhancement, biogas for heating, cooking, and electricity, and captures CO₂ for industrial sale or carbon credits.
View ProjectParticipating Teams
10 innovative teams showcasing cutting-edge solutions
1st Runner Up
Neuronaut Robotics
Nile University of Nigeria
Robotics & AI
Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) designed for subsea pipeline inspection, aiming to address the critical issue of c...
Team Green
Kwara State University
Clean Energy
SUNPOD is a portable solar-powered station designed to address Nigeria's significant energy deficit. It aims to provide ...
2nd Runner Up - People's Choice
Team CIRCLE
Federal University of Technology Akure
Waste Management
An intelligent waste management system that combines mobile technology, IoT-enabled smart bins, and AI-driven waste sort...
Pup Industries
Ahmadu Bello University
Plastic Recycling
Plastic to Paint (P2P) initiative, addresses the global issue of plastic waste, particularly in Nigeria, by transforming...
2nd Runner Up
Waste2light
Federal University of Technology Minna
Sustainable Energy
Waste2Light is dedicated to transforming waste materials into sustainable energy solutions. Waste2Light focuses on empow...
1st Runner Up - People's Choice
ScrapLink
Lagos State University
Digital Marketplace
ScrapLink is a digital marketplace designed to connect small-scale scrap metal sellers with qualified buyers, primarily ...
People's Choice Winner
ADSU FRESH AIR INNOVATORS
Adamawa State University
Green Chemistry
This project focuses on developing an eco-friendly lubricant grease from polyethylene waste, specifically addressing the...
Grand Winner 🏆
Team Imsu
Imo State University
Biogas & Biochar
This project aims to transform palm oil waste into clean energy and biochar. This system addresses environmental issues ...
ReGenX
Kaduna State University
Biodegradable Materials
Wrap2Grow is an initiative which focuses on developing a biodegradable packaging material designed to convert into biofe...
EcoCircular Labs
Igbinedion University
Biofertilizer
EcoCircular focused on transforming palm oil waste into a sustainable biofertilizer in Nigeria, specifically the Okada r...
10+ Teams Participated
Distinguished Speakers
Prof. Sa'adatu Hassan Liman
Vice Chancellor, Nasarawa State University
TOPIC
Circular Economy and Technology: Empowering University Innovation for Sustainable National Transformation
Dr. Tope Kolade Fasua
Special Adviser to the President on Economic Affairs
TOPIC
Empowering Youth Innovation: A Policy Framework for Sustainable Economic Growth
Mr Ashafa landan
Acting Director, Skills Development and Entrepreneurship (National Universities Commission)
Expert Mentors
Guiding teams with real-world experience
Engr. Funmi Jemisenia
Engr. Olawale
Engr. Chinyere Igbokwe
Event Highlights
Team ScrapLink receiving the people's choice Award
Team PUP giving their presentation
Team Neuronaut giving their presentation
Team Absu giving their presentation
Team EcoCircular labs receiving certificate of participation
Engr Funmi Jemisenia receiving the honors Award as part of the COUCH 2025 mentors
