Bluecode Africa and Godfrey Okoye University Announce Groundbreaking Hackathon Following Strategic Partnership

Bluecode Africa, a leading name in the financial technology sector, is set to host a groundbreaking Hackathon Competition at Godfrey Okoye University (GOUNI). This exciting event comes as a result of a strategic partnership formalized during a meeting involving key figures from both the university and Bluecode Africa.

In attendance were Mr. Frank Okebanama, Head of the Department of Computer Science at GOUNI; Dr. Dietmar; Mrs. Uchanta Chukwu, Director of Competitions; Mr. Odin Krismayr, Managing Director of Bluecode Africa; Mr. Daniel Ekweani; Mr. Adedayo Lamina; and Miss Eberechukwu Chinedu. This collaboration promises to elevate GOUNI’s visibility while unlocking remarkable skills development and job opportunities for its students.

Bluecode, a trailblazer in the financial sector, is at the forefront of creating seamless payment solutions integrated with banking and mobile technology. With strong partnerships across Europe and Africa—including collaborations with top-tier financial institutions like Fidelity, Kuda, FCMB, and UBA, as well as academic alliances with universities like LASU and UNILAG—Bluecode is revolutionizing the payment landscape. Their goal in Nigeria is to become the go-to solution for instant payments, offering features such as scan-to-pay, secure refunds, anonymous transactions, and more.

The upcoming hackathon will offer GOUNI students a unique platform to innovate, create, and contribute toward developing the next generation of payment solutions. It represents a significant opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience, network with industry leaders, and potentially secure career-defining opportunities within the growing fintech space.

This partnership not only positions GOUNI as a hub for technological innovation but also serves as a catalyst for student involvement in shaping the future of digital payments. With the hackathon set to bring together creative minds and emerging tech talent, the event promises to be a game-changer for the university and the broader tech community.