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OCIIP

Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria

EducationScience & Research
NGOInternational reach
Profile last updated: August 18, 2026

About

OCIIP is a non-governmental organisation based in Port Harcourt, Nigeria working on education, science & research.

The Organization for Creativity, Innovation and Invention Promotion (OCIIP) is a nonprofit organisation based in Nigeria that advances creativity, innovation and invention. It works as a facilitation and support institution within the innovation ecosystem, connecting innovators, inventors, universities, research bodies, industry actors and opportunity providers. Its work includes innovation challenges and competitions, capacity building and training, exhibitions and international showcases, intellectual property awareness, research translation, and innovation clubs in schools and universities. It supports innovators from idea development through prototyping, recognition, funding access and commercialisation, with a stated focus on Nigeria and Africa and wider international reach.

Location

Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Organisation type

NGO

Focus areas

innovationcreativityinventionintellectual propertyinnovation ecosystemcapacity building

Languages

EN

Causes & programmes

Causes

EducationScience & Research

Works for

YouthStudents

How they work

Capacity buildingAwareness & education

Programmes

Nigeria Independence Innovation Challenge

Other · Nigeria

A flagship national innovation competition that identifies and recognises outstanding innovations developed by Nigerians, offering expert feedback, national recognition and connections to support opportunities.

SDGITEX

Sustainable development

An international expo showcasing innovative solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals, bringing together innovators, institutions, industry leaders, researchers, investors and development organisations.

Innovation Clubs Initiative

Education

Establishes innovation communities within schools, universities and learning institutions to promote creativity and innovation among young people.

Countries of operation

Nigeria

Funding & support

Ways to support

MembershipCorporate partnership

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