Across Nigeria, a quiet revolution is unfolding, led by founders who are building not just for profit, but for progress. They are the thinkers and doers turning bold ideas into solutions that solve real problems, reshape industries, and inspire a new culture of entrepreneurship.
From finance to technology, media to education, these innovators are proving that Nigerian creativity knows no bounds. They are building tools that make business smarter, communities stronger, and opportunities more inclusive. Each one reflects the grit, ingenuity, and optimism that continue to define Africa’s most dynamic startup ecosystem.
This spotlight celebrates ten founders who stand at the intersection of innovation and impact. They are reimagining systems, empowering people, and proving that the future of business in Nigeria is not only bright, it’s already here.
1. Precious Ogbomo
Precious Ogbomo leads SkillzHQ Limited with a mission to strengthen Africa’s business landscape through leadership and workforce development. She is an entrepreneur deeply invested in helping organizations build the right mix of strategy, culture, and human capability to sustain growth.
Under her leadership, SkillzHQ has become a hub for transformation, delivering leadership programs, soft skills training, and culture-building initiatives that enable businesses to adapt and excel in today’s competitive markets.
2. Saida Watara
As Co-founder and CEO of Malvex, Saida Watara is redefining how SaaS companies across Africa automate and scale their operations. By building intelligent systems that streamline deployment, maintenance, and performance management, Malvex is quietly becoming the unseen force behind Africa’s most dependable software products.
Her leadership is rooted in the belief that automation should enhance human capability, not replace it. Through Malvex, she’s helping businesses eliminate operational bottlenecks, strengthen reliability, and create technology that endures beyond trends.
3. Sola Adeyinka
Sola Adeyinka is the Founder and CEO of Vale, a forward-thinking firm focused on wealth management and digital banking. With expertise in fund and portfolio management, investments, personal finance, and SME advisory, he helps individuals and businesses build sustainable financial growth
His background includes impactful roles at KPMG and Accenture, where he led structural improvements in finance, accounting, and strategy for multinational organizations. Passionate about financial empowerment, Sola continues to use his leadership at Vale to drive wealth creation and help people achieve financial freedom early in life.
4. Mayomikun Obadofin
Mayomikun Obadofin believes every young professional deserves the right start and the right community. As the founder of DYP, she has built a space where career growth feels accessible, guided, and real. Her work focuses on helping young people gain direction, build confidence, and navigate the complex world of work with purpose.
Through DYP, she leads programs that connect members with mentors, career resources, and peers who share the same drive to grow. What began as a support network has evolved into a thriving ecosystem of learning and collaboration, one that equips its members to make better career moves and thrive in their industries.
5. Olanrewaju Ogunya
Olanrewaju Ogunya is the Founder and CEO of Broadshift Technologies Limited, a fast-growing technology company using digital innovation to drive social and economic transformation across Nigeria. With over a decade of experience in building and scaling fintech solutions, he has consistently demonstrated how technology can bridge gaps in access, inclusion, and opportunity.
Under his leadership, Broadshift developed VTpass, Nigeria’s pioneering digital bill payment platform now serving over one million users and thousands of agents nationwide. Through strategic partnerships with telecom and utility providers, he has expanded digital access to essential services while advancing financial inclusion and job creation.
6. Isaiah Chinedu
Isaiah Chinedu is the Founder of Brandora NG, a creative branding and strategy company helping businesses stand out and scale with purpose. As an entrepreneur driven by innovation and clarity, he combines creativity with structure to turn strong ideas into memorable brand identities that connect with audiences and endure over time.
Through Brandora NG, Isaiah leads projects that deliver impactful branding, digital strategy, and marketing support for both emerging startups and established enterprises. His leadership continues to position Brandora NG as a trusted partner for businesses seeking visibility, relevance, and lasting growth.
7. Godswill Kelvin
With expertise in legal education and civic engagement, Godswill Tamunobelema Kelvin leads Learn the Law Academy, a platform transforming how Nigerians understand the law. His goal is to make legal knowledge clear, practical, and connected to everyday life.
Through the Academy, he simplifies complex legal ideas into accessible lessons that help young people know their rights, fulfill their duties, and use the law as a tool for progress. His work bridges education and empowerment, showing that when people understand the law, they gain the power to act, lead, and create lasting change.
8. Titilope Adedokun
Titilope Adedokun is the Founder of Sisterly HQ, a fast-growing digital community empowering Nigerian woman with access to real opportunities. Her work centers on bridging the gap between ambition and access, connecting women to scholarships, jobs, and grants through technology and storytelling.
Under her leadership, Sisterly HQ has grown into a vibrant network of over 40,000 women, supported by a robust digital presence that reaches millions through newsletters and social media. By blending social impact with digital strategy, Titilope is redefining how women discover opportunities, share knowledge, and build meaningful growth pathways in today’s digital economy.
9. Tomi Junaid
Tomi Junaid is the Founder of Brushivé, a design studio that’s redefining how brands tell their stories. For the past four years, he’s helped businesses translate ideas into visual identities that inspire trust, connection, and recognition.
Guided by a deep understanding of human perception and brand behavior, Tomi treats design as strategy in motion, not just how a brand looks, but how it makes people feel. Through Brushivé, he continues to champion creativity that drives meaning, builds equity, and stands the test of time.
10. Kyellu Tsamdu
Kyellu Tsamdu is the Founder and CEO of Riju Music, a forward-looking company reshaping how artists create, connect, and grow within Africa’s evolving music landscape. As an entrepreneur driven by passion and purpose, she is building platforms that merge creativity with opportunity, helping artists turn talent into thriving careers.
Through Riju Music, she leads programs that equip both emerging and established musicians with the digital tools, resources, and visibility they need to scale their craft. Her focus on collaboration, innovation, and community has positioned the company as a hub for artistic growth and cultural expression.
