Meet 5 of the biggest tech experts in Nigeria

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These young tech experts are at the juncture of the country’s technological evolution as they are concurrently the pioneers of innovative popular solutions in fintech and the starters of disruptive businesses.

Their efforts have not only helped Nigeria’s economic growth but have also helped place Nigeria in a higher technological ranking.

Here are five prominent young Nigerian tech experts whose input cannot be overemphasized in the current evolution of Nigeria’s digital environment.

1. Ezra Olubi

Ezra Olubi is a Nigerian software engineer, co-founder, and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Paystack, a leading African fintech company. With Sola Akinlade, Olubi founded Paystack in 2015 to simplify online payments for businesses across Nigeria and Africa. His work has profoundly impacted the African fintech landscape, driving innovation and making digital transactions more accessible.

2. Olugbenga Agboola

Olugbenga Agboola is the co-founder and chief executive officer of Flutterwave. Before launching Flutterwave in 2016, Agboola developed fintech solutions at major tech companies and financial institutions such as PayPal and Standard Bank. Under his leadership, Flutterwave has grown into one of Africa’s most recognized tech firms, achieving unicorn status and leading the continent in fintech innovation.

3. Tayo Oviosu

Tayo Oviosu is the founder and CEO of Paga, a leading mobile payment platform in Nigeria with over 20 million users. Paga has been instrumental in driving financial inclusion by offering simple, accessible payment solutions for individuals and businesses. Oviosu’s contributions to fintech have significantly impacted Nigeria’s economy, enabling millions to participate in the digital economy and supporting the growth of small businesses nationwide.

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4. Iyinoluwa Aboyeji

Iyinoluwa Aboyeji co-founded two of Africa’s most successful tech companies: Andela and Flutterwave. Andela connects African software developers with global companies, while Flutterwave simplifies payments across the continent. Aboyeji’s vision has nurtured tech talent across Nigeria and attracted substantial global investment to Africa’s tech ecosystem. He is currently involved in Future Africa, a platform that provides capital, coaching, and community support to innovators solving Africa’s biggest challenges.

5. Sola Akinlade

Sola Akinlade, born and raised in Lagos, is the co-founder of Paystack, a digital payment platform that has transformed online payments in Africa. Alongside Ezra Olubi, Akinlade built Paystack into what is often called the “Stripe of Africa,” which was acquired by the real Stripe in 2020. For his contributions, Akinlade has been honoured as an Officer of the Order of the Niger.