These innovative teams are developing solutions to transform Nigeria's legal technology landscape.
Demo Day Finalists
Six teams presented at Demo Day after emerging from 82 applications, hackathon selection, and eight weeks of intensive accelerator training. All six addressed documented justice system challenges in Nigeria.
🏆 First Place
Score 76.86%₦10,000,000
Team Members
Deborah Fashoro, Toyyib Omobolaji, Victoria Agbeyemi, Oluwatoyin Ihinmikalu
Solution
An ATP (Awaiting Trial Persons) monitoring system with AI-powered reintegration tracking and analytics.
Impact
Addresses the management and welfare of over 70,000 ATPs in correctional facilities with system-wide policy analytics.
Received a standing ovation at Demo Day.
🥈 Second Place
Score 66.14%₦7,000,000
Team Members
Ngozi Nwabueze (Founder/CEO), Ibukunoluwa Dada (CTO), with advisors from FirstFounders Inc.
Solution
An end-to-end digital law practice management suite for established lawyers and law firms.
Impact
Delivers case management, billing, client communication, and document handling in one platform.
Strong traction and business maturity supported its high ranking.
🥉 Third Place
Score 65%₦5,000,000
Team Members
Kawthar Salaudeen (Team Lead), Peter-Cole Onele, Asubiojo Olujuwon
Solution
A justice portal integrating legal case submissions with volunteer legal representation for indigent defendants.
Impact
Coordinates NGOs, CSOs, law firms, and funders with encrypted, NDPA-compliant, auditable case tracking.
Described by founders as an operating system for criminal justice coordination.
⭐ Consolation Prize
Score 59.71%₦1,000,000 (Law Pavilion Consolation Prize)
Team Members
Oreoluwa Dahunsi (500-level Law Student), Temilola Tomoloju, Oluwaseun Alade
Solution
A platform to digitise access to certified true copies (CTCs) of court records using an e-seal authentication system.
Impact
Reduces delay and opacity in requesting, authenticating, and delivering court CTCs.
Hon. Justice Faji called the presentation very impressive for a 500-level law student.
⭐ Consolation Prize
₦1,000,000 (Law Pavilion Consolation Prize)
Team Members
Adegbola Gbolahan, Chidera Onyegbule, Eyitayo Akintayo Esq.
Solution
An AI-driven community safety platform combining real-time crime maps, crowdsourced data, and emergency alerts.
Impact
Builds safety intelligence for communities and law enforcement through data-rich reporting.
Commercial model could be strengthened with web traffic monetization and subscriptions.
📜 Certificate of Participation
Certificate of Participation
Team Members
Oluwole Omojofodun
Solution
A voice-to-report system documenting human rights violations in local languages via USSD/IVR.
Impact
Extends access to citizens without smartphones or internet using basic feature phones.
Accessibility-first approach covers populations digital-first tools miss.
A platform simplifying legal form generation and legal aid routing for underserved communities.
A scheduling and remote hearing coordination tool designed for courts in rural regions.
AI-powered legal research assistant that simplifies case law analysis for lawyers and law students.
Chatbot solution that helps citizens understand their legal rights and access relevant resources.
Predictive analytics platform for case outcomes based on historical court data.
Document automation platform for creating legally binding contracts and agreements.
Online dispute resolution platform for small claims and commercial disputes.
Workflow management system for paralegals and legal support staff.
Platform streamlining the appeals process with automated documentation and tracking.
Professional networking platform connecting legal professionals with specialized expertise.
Africa must invest in the development of the resources that power technologies... As our elders say, "A child who only sells palm kernels will never know the true value of the palm tree." We must go beyond just selling raw materials and invest in AI infrastructure that ensures long-term value creation.
Special Assistant to the President of Nigeria on Justice
Sector Reform & ICT/Digital and Innovative Technology