AOT Lagos 7.0: Commissioner Projects 100% Growth in Lagos’ Innovation-Driven Economy by 2030
Commissioner Alake unveiled a roadmap featuring 15,000 km of fibre-optic infrastructure, expanded startups, and a pending Innovation Bill.
Commissioner Alake unveiled a roadmap featuring 15,000 km of fibre-optic infrastructure, expanded startups, and a pending Innovation Bill.
There was a time when every investor had one destination in mind, Nigeria. Founders spoke of Lagos as “Africa’s Silicon ...
Lagos has grown its startup ecosystem valuation by 11.6 times since 2017 and produced five unicorns within the same period
He noted that if Lagos were a separate country, it would rank among the top five or six economies in ...

The Techeconomy Podcast is a thought-leadership show exploring the powerful intersection of technology, business, and the economy, with a strong focus on Africa’s fast-evolving digital landscape.
Africa’s innovation ecosystem is evolving, but where will the funding for the next generation of startups come from?
In this edition of the Techeconomy Business Series (TBS) May 2026, industry experts explore how local capital, venture debt, and smarter investment structures are redefining startup growth and innovation across Africa.
🎙️ Featured Speakers:
* Ebunoluwa Ashley-Dejo
* Damilare Davola
* Success Ajilore (STN & Accelerated Plus)
Key conversations in this webinar include:
✔️ The future of startup financing in Africa
✔️ Venture debt and alternative funding models
✔️ The role of local investors in scaling innovation
✔️ Sustainable investment strategies for African startups
✔️ Opportunities and challenges in the African tech ecosystem
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