Below is a list of 30 Nigerian tech professionals who are making significant contributions to the tech ecosystem.
These individuals are a mix of entrepreneurs, developers, marketers and influencers driving innovation. They highlight Nigeria’s dynamic tech landscape, from fintech and edtech to content creation and diversity advocacy, shaping a vibrant future for innovation.
These individuals reflect Nigeria’s vibrant tech scene, blending innovation, advocacy, and social impact to drive progress.
Their work continues to inspire and shape the future of technology in Nigeria and beyond. Note that while some individuals are well-known, others are emerging voices, reflecting the diversity of the tech community.
1. Olugbenga Agboola
Olugbenga Agboola, known as GB, is the co-founder and CEO of Flutterwave, a fintech unicorn revolutionizing digital payments across Africa. Founded in 2016, Flutterwave simplifies transactions for businesses, processing billions annually.
Agboola’s vision has attracted over $450 million in funding, earning a $3 billion valuation. With a background in fintech solutions at PayPal and Standard Bank, he blends global expertise with local insight. His leadership has expanded Flutterwave to 33 African countries, empowering SMEs and connecting Africa to global markets.
Agboola’s influence extends beyond business; he’s a mentor inspiring youth to innovate. Recognized by Forbes, he’s a key figure in Nigeria’s tech boom, driving economic inclusion.
2. Iyinoluwa Aboyeji
Iyinoluwa Aboyeji is a serial entrepreneur who co-founded Andela and Flutterwave, two of Africa’s most impactful tech companies. Andela trains African developers for global firms, while Flutterwave streamlines payments.
Aboyeji’s ventures have raised over $500 million combined, showcasing his ability to attract investment. Now leading Future Africa, he supports startups solving Africa’s challenges. His work has created thousands of jobs, nurturing Nigeria’s tech talent.
A Forbes 30 Under 30 alum, Aboyeji advocates for policies to boost innovation. His global perspective, shaped by education in Canada, drives his mission to position Africa as a tech hub.
3. Tayo Oviosu
Tayo Oviosu founded Paga, a mobile payment platform serving over 20 million Nigerians. Launched in 2009, Paga enhances financial inclusion, enabling transactions for unbanked communities. Oviosu’s Stanford MBA and experience at Cisco informed his approach to scalable solutions.
Paga’s partnerships with Visa and Western Union have expanded its reach to Ethiopia and Mexico. Oviosu’s focus on user-centric design has made Paga a household name, processing billions in transactions.
Recognized as a tech pioneer, he mentors entrepreneurs and advocates for digital banking. His work bridges Nigeria’s financial gaps, empowering small businesses.
4. Maya Horgan Famodu
Maya Horgan Famodu, a Nigerian-American, founded Ingressive Capital, a $10 million venture fund supporting African startups. Launched in 2017, it backs fintech and edtech ventures, fostering innovation. She also runs Ingressive for Good, providing scholarships and tech training to African youth. Named in Forbes’ “Under 30 Technology,” Famodu became Sub-Saharan Africa’s youngest female fund founder at 25.
Her fund’s backers include Y Combinator and Nigeria’s sovereign wealth fund. Famodu’s work addresses funding gaps, empowering startups to scale. Her advocacy for women in tech amplifies her impact, inspiring Nigeria’s next generation.
5. Odunayo Eweniyi
Odunayo Eweniyi is the COO and co-founder of PiggyVest, a digital savings platform with over 4 million users. Launched in 2016, PiggyVest promotes financial discipline among Nigerian youth, managing $150 million in savings by 2023.
Eweniyi also co-founded FirstCheck Africa, investing in women-led startups. Her Forbes Woman Africa Technology Award reflects her influence.
With a background in business analysis, she drives PiggyVest’s user growth and product innovation. Eweniyi’s activism for gender equity in tech inspires women to enter the industry. Her platforms empower Nigerians to achieve financial independence.
5. Bosun Tijani
Bosun Tijani, co-founder of Co-Creation Hub (CcHub), pioneered Nigeria’s tech incubation scene. CcHub, launched in 2010, supports startups addressing local challenges, training thousands of innovators.
As Nigeria’s Minister of Communications and Digital Economy since 2023, Tijani drives the 3 Million Technical Talent program, aiming to skill up youth by 2027. His work fosters collaboration among entrepreneurs and investors, strengthening Nigeria’s ecosystem.
A global speaker, Tijani’s vision for tech-driven growth earned him recognition as a tech leader. CcHub’s impact spans healthtech and edtech, transforming lives across Nigeria.
7. Mark Essien
Mark Essien founded Hotels.ng, Nigeria’s leading online hotel booking platform. Launched in 2013, it simplifies travel planning, serving millions. Essien, a software developer, bootstrapped Hotels.ng before securing funding from Ventures Platform.
He also runs HNG Internships, training tech talent in coding and design. Essien’s TEDx talks inspire youth to leverage networks for business growth. His platform supports Nigeria’s tourism sector, creating jobs.
A startup investor, Essien’s contributions shape Nigeria’s digital economy, emphasizing local solutions for global markets.
8. Confidence Staveley
Confidence Staveley founded Cybersafe Foundation, promoting digital access and cybersecurity, especially for women.
A Forbes Technology Council member, she trains thousands in online safety, addressing Nigeria’s cybercrime challenges. Her work empowers marginalized groups, bridging digital divides.
Staveley’s advocacy earned her international accolades, including the Cybersecurity Woman of the Year award.
With a background in tech consulting, she combines expertise with social impact. Her foundation partners with global firms to enhance Nigeria’s digital literacy, fostering a safer internet for all Nigerians.
9. Tito Ovia
Tito Ovia co-founded Helium Health, a healthtech firm digitizing healthcare across Nigeria. Launched in 2016, Helium Health serves over 1,000 facilities, improving patient records and hospital efficiency.
Ovia, a public health advocate, drives partnerships to expand access to quality care. Her work earned her a Forbes 30 Under 30 nod. Previously with Lagos State’s AIDS Control Agency, she brings policy insight to tech.
Ovia’s vision for accessible healthcare transforms Nigeria’s medical landscape, empowering providers and patients alike.
10. Shola Akinlade
Shola Akinlade co-founded Paystack, a payment platform acquired by Stripe for $200 million in 2020. Paystack processes billions in transactions, enabling businesses to accept payments seamlessly.
Akinlade’s technical expertise shaped Paystack’s robust infrastructure, serving over 60,000 merchants. Based in Lagos, he continues to innovate in fintech, mentoring startups.
His work has made online payments accessible, boosting Nigeria’s digital economy. Akinlade’s success highlights Nigeria’s potential to produce globally competitive tech solutions, inspiring young entrepreneurs.
11. Fara Ashiru Jituboh
Fara Ashiru Jituboh is the CEO of Okra, a fintech API enabling businesses to access financial data. Launched in 2020,
Okra connects banks and startups, driving innovation in Nigeria’s financial sector. Jituboh’s engineering background informs her focus on seamless integration.
Okra has raised $12 million, reflecting investor confidence. Her leadership promotes financial inclusion, empowering SMEs with data-driven tools.
Jituboh’s work positions Nigeria as a fintech hub, inspiring women in tech to lead transformative ventures.
12. Chijioke Dozie
Chijioke Dozie co-founded Carbon, a digital bank offering loans, savings, and payments. Launched in 2016, Carbon serves millions, addressing Nigeria’s credit gap.
Dozie’s focus on scalable fintech solutions has raised over $30 million in funding. His strategic vision drives Carbon’s expansion across Africa.
A finance expert, Dozie combines market insight with tech innovation. His work empowers Nigerians with accessible financial tools, fostering economic growth. Carbon’s success underscores Nigeria’s fintech potential, inspiring digital banking adoption.
13. Michael Oduwole
Michael Oduwole is the chief operating officer (COO), Touch and Pay, transforms public transport payments in Nigeria.
His re fintech platform enables contactless payments via smartphones, easing commuter experiences. Launched in 2019, Touch and Pay serves millions, reducing cash dependency.
Nwafor’s operational expertise drives efficiency, securing partnerships with transport agencies. His work enhances urban mobility, aligning with Nigeria’s digital transformation goals. Oduwole leadership inspires women in fintech, showcasing tech’s role in solving everyday challenges.
14. Michael Akintayo
Michael Akintayo is a dynamic marketing and sales executive shaping Nigeria’s tech landscape. With a large following, Akintayo inspires a new generation of marketers, emphasising data-driven ads and customer engagement. His work aligns with Nigeria’s tech evolution, blending global trends with local insights. Akintayo’s vision extends beyond profit, aiming to uplift businesses and lives, making him a pivotal figure in Nigeria’s digital marketing and tech revolution.
15. Oluwaferanmi Ajetomobi
Oluwaferanmi Ajetomobi, known as Feranmi, is a leading fintech marketing strategist in Lagos, Nigeria, serving as Cenoa’s Country Lead since 2023.
With over seven years of experience, he specializes in growth strategy, content marketing, email campaigns, and copywriting, driving market-entry for brands like Cowrywise, Flutterwave, Nestcoin, and Refresh Yoghurt. Feranmi champions building minimum viable communities to spark traction, emphasizing early adopters over just MVPs.
His insights on fintech compliance, shared on X in 2023, highlight his advocacy for sustainable growth.
A University of Lagos graduate, he blends analytics and storytelling, earning recognition as a dynamic influencer in Africa’s tech ecosystem.
16. Tobi Ayeni (MissTechy)
Tobi Ayeni, founder of MissTechy, is Nigeria’s leading female tech blogger. Since 2015, her platform has reviewed gadgets and covered tech trends, reaching thousands via YouTube and Instagram. Ayeni’s vibrant videos simplify complex topics, empowering non-techies.
Recognized by BellaNaija, she inspires women in tech. Her work promotes digital literacy, bridging knowledge gaps in Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. Ayeni’s influence fosters a vibrant community of tech enthusiasts, particularly young women.
17. Adewale Yusuf
Adewale Yusuf co-founded Techpoint Africa, a leading platform covering Nigeria’s tech scene. He hosts Techpoint Build, a top tech conference connecting startups and investors. With 80,000 followers across LinkedIn and Twitter, Yusuf shapes tech narratives, highlighting innovation.
His work at AltSchool Africa nurtures talent, fostering a skilled workforce. Yusuf’s advocacy for education and startups drives Nigeria’s digital economy, inspiring the next generation of innovators.
18. Prosper Otemuyiwa
Prosper Otemuyiwa, aka Unicode, is a software developer and co-founder of forLoop Africa, a developer community. With 90,000 Twitter followers, he shares coding insights, mentoring thousands.
A former Google Developer Expert, Otemuyiwa ranked among GitHub’s top PHP developers globally. His work at AltSchool Africa trains tech talent, addressing Nigeria’s skill gap.
Otemuyiwa’s advocacy for open-source tech strengthens Nigeria’s developer ecosystem, fostering collaboration.
19. Adora Nwodo
Adora Nwodo, a Microsoft software engineer, advocates for women in tech. Based in Lagos, she creates content on coding and cloud solutions, with 85,000 Twitter followers.
Her book and YouTube channel inspire aspiring developers. Nwodo’s awards, like the Young CISO Excellence, highlight her impact. She mentors women, increasing diversity in Nigeria’s tech workforce. Her work bridges gender gaps, empowering a new generation of female techies.
20. Oladapo-Ogunsanya Segun (Kagan)
Sagan, a tech content creator, boasts 900,000 followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. Known for gadget reviews and digital imaging tips, he engages Nigeria’s youth with vibrant content. His expertise in colors and tech trends influences consumer choices.
Kagan’s social media presence promotes digital literacy, inspiring creators to explore tech. His work fosters a dynamic tech community, amplifying Nigeria’s digital culture.
21. Jason Njoku
Jason Njoku is the founder of iROKOtv, a leading African streaming platform for Nollywood content. Launched in 2011, iROKOtv has democratized access to Nigerian films, serving millions globally.
Njoku’s vision transformed African entertainment, raising over $40 million in funding. His entrepreneurial journey, from London to Lagos, reflects resilience, navigating Nigeria’s infrastructure challenges. Njoku also incubated ROK Studios, later acquired by Canal+ in 2019, marking a milestone for African media.
A vocal advocate for local content, he mentors startups, fostering Nigeria’s creative tech scene. His work bridges cultural gaps, amplifying Nollywood’s global reach.
22. Funke Opeke
Funke Opeke, CEO of MainOne, is a trailblazer in Nigeria’s digital infrastructure. Founded in 2010, MainOne’s undersea cable connects West Africa to global internet hubs, boosting connectivity. Opeke’s leadership has expanded broadband access, enabling Nigeria’s tech growth.
With a background at Verizon, she brings global expertise to local challenges. MainOne’s data centers support startups and multinationals, driving digital transformation. Named among Fortune’s Most Powerful Women, Opeke advocates for STEM education, inspiring women in tech. Her work powers Nigeria’s internet backbone, fueling innovation.
23. Sim Shagaya
Sim Shagaya is the founder of uLesson, an edtech platform revolutionizing learning for African students. Launched in 2019, uLesson offers curriculum-aligned content, serving over 2 million users.
Previously, Shagaya founded Konga, a pioneer e-commerce platform, showcasing his knack for scalable ventures.
His MBA from Harvard informs his strategic approach to education access. uLesson’s offline-first model addresses Nigeria’s connectivity gaps, empowering students. Shagaya’s investments in startups like Eden Life highlight his commitment to Nigeria’s tech ecosystem, fostering innovation in education and beyond.
24. Kola Aina
Kola Aina founded Ventures Platform, a leading venture capital firm investing in African startups. Since 2016, Ventures Platform has backed over 60 companies, including Paystack and PiggyVest, raising $100 million for early-stage ventures.
Aina’s focus on mentorship and ecosystem-building supports Nigeria’s startup growth. His background in law and tech entrepreneurship shapes his investment strategy, prioritizing impact-driven solutions.
Aina’s advocacy for inclusive funding empowers underrepresented founders, strengthening Nigeria’s tech hub status. His work catalyzes economic growth, creating thousands of jobs.
25. Obi Ozor
Obi Ozor co-founded Kobo360, a logistics tech platform optimizing freight in Nigeria. Launched in 2017, Kobo360 connects businesses with truck drivers, cutting costs and improving efficiency.
The platform has raised $50 million, serving clients like Unilever. Ozor’s experience at Uber and JPMorgan drives Kobo360’s data-driven approach. His vision for a digitized supply chain tackles Nigeria’s logistics woes, creating jobs for drivers. Ozor’s leadership earned him a spot on Fortune’s 40 Under 40, inspiring innovation in Nigeria’s transport tech sector.
26. Aniedi Udo-Obong
Aniedi Udo-Obong, Google’s Developer Ecosystem Lead for Sub-Saharan Africa, empowers Nigerian developers. Based in Lagos, she organizes DevFest and Google I/O events, training thousands in coding and AI.
Her work bridges Nigeria’s skill gap, connecting developers to global opportunities. Udo-Obong’s advocacy for local role models challenges reliance on Western icons like Zuckerberg.
With 20,000 Twitter followers, she amplifies Nigeria’s tech talent. Her efforts foster a vibrant developer community, driving innovation in Nigeria’s startup ecosystem.
27. Oluchi Enebeli
Oluchi Enebeli founded Web3 Ladies, a community onboarding women into blockchain and web3 tech. Launched in 2021, it has trained over 10,000 women across 15 African countries, offering mentorship and tools like laptops.
A blockchain engineer, Enebeli’s work addresses gender disparities in Nigeria’s tech sector. Her “Work Tool Assistance” program tackles access barriers, empowering women to thrive in decentralized tech.
Enebeli’s Forbes recognition highlights her impact, inspiring female techies to lead in Nigeria’s emerging web3 space.
28. Ada Nduka Oyom
Ada Nduka Oyom founded She Code Africa, a non-profit empowering women in tech. Since 2016, it has trained over 20,000 women in Nigeria and beyond in coding, cloud computing, and product design.
Oyom’s programs offer scholarships and bootcamps, addressing access gaps for women.
A computer science graduate, she leverages partnerships with Google and Microsoft to scale impact. With 30,000 Twitter followers, Oyom’s advocacy drives diversity in Nigeria’s tech workforce, fostering inclusive innovation and economic empowerment.
29. Olatunde Shobajo (Valor Reviews)
Olatunde Shobajo, known as Valor Reviews, is a tech YouTuber with over 150,000 subscribers. Since 2019, he has reviewed smartphones from Tecno, Samsung, and Xiaomi, focusing on affordability for Nigerians.
Based in Lagos, Shobajo’s engaging videos guide consumer choices, earning trust across social platforms.
His content promotes digital literacy, helping non-techies navigate gadgets. Shobajo’s awards, including TechPoint’s Tech Influencer, reflect his influence.
His work strengthens Nigeria’s tech content creation scene, inspiring young reviewers.
30. Oluwatobi Asehinde
Tobi Asehinde is a visionary entrepreneur and digital transformation leader whose work is redefining how individuals and organisations leverage technology for growth.
Tobi is the Founder and CEO of Digital Marketing Skill Institute (DMSI), an international EdTech company helping people acquire digital skills and transition into high-impact careers or entrepreneurial ventures.
With more than 115,000 learners across 37 countries and operations on four continents, DMSI stands as a testament to Tobi’s commitment to inclusive digital education and workforce development.
