The federal government and Meta have launched the Llama Impact Accelerator, an eight-month AI programme targeting Nigerian startups. The initiative supports solutions in agriculture, security, healthcare, and more, using Meta’s open-source Llama models. Applications close June 27, 2025.
- FG, Meta, NCAIR, and NITDA jointly unveiled the Llama Impact Accelerator
- Targets startups using open-source Llama models to build AI tools
- Focus areas: agriculture, healthcare, security, and one wildcard sector
- 6-week incubation + 6-month technical and development support
- Application deadline: June 27, 2025
This partnership signals growing recognition of AI’s potential in solving local problems. With Meta’s tools and FG’s backing, startups can move beyond ideation into implementation. The wildcard category is especially interesting; it opens doors to bold, unexpected innovation.
Startups ready to scale AI-driven impact should seize this chance. With global mentorship and local support, the Llama Impact Accelerator might just be the launchpad Nigeria’s AI ecosystem has been waiting for. [Apply here before June 27, 2025.]
