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Top Best 100 Startups to Watch in Nigeria in 2027
Nigeria remains Africa’s busiest startup market, and 2027 is shaping up to be a year of consolidation and fresh ideas. Fintech giants such as Moniepoint, OPay and Flutterwave continue to set the pace, while newer companies are building in health, logistics, energy, education, media and artificial intelligence.
Investors are also paying closer attention to businesses that solve hard, practical problems, from financing medicines and vehicles to powering small businesses with solar energy and building defense technology at home. At the same time, young Nigerian founders are creating products for music, film and everyday commerce that reach audiences far beyond Lagos.
The truth is that, Nigeria’s startup system is changing so fast, to a point that, if you are a business owner, founder, CEO, investor or simply someone who wants to understand where the Nigerian economy is heading, there are companies you should be paying attention to as we move into 2027. Some of these startups are already making a name for themselves, while others are still building quietly, solving problems and positioning themselves for what could be a much bigger future. The important thing is that they are building businesses around areas that matter, from technology and finance to entertainment, commerce, healthcare, agriculture, logistics and other fast-growing sectors.
That is why we have put together this list of the Top 100 Startups to Watch in Nigeria in 2027. Our research team did not simply pick companies because they are popular or because they have appeared in the news. We looked at the businesses, the problems they are solving, the markets they are targeting, their products and services, the opportunities available in their industries and the broader trends that could influence their growth. The goal is to give readers a useful starting point for understanding which Nigerian startups deserve closer attention as the new year approaches.
For an emerging business owner, this list can give you an idea of where new opportunities are developing and how other founders are approaching the Nigerian market. For established business owners and CEOs, these startups can be worth watching for a different reason. They could become future competitors, potential partners, technology providers, acquisition targets or businesses whose strategies offer useful lessons. In a market like Nigeria, where consumer behaviour, technology and business models continue to change, keeping an eye on what smaller and younger companies are doing can sometimes tell you where the larger market is going next.
We also want this list to be useful beyond simply giving you 100 names. As you go through it, look at what each startup is building, who it is serving, the problem it is trying to solve and the opportunity that exists around it. Some may become major companies in the years ahead. Others may change direction, merge, face challenges or eventually disappear, because that is the reality of building a startup. But each company on this list has something that makes it worth watching. And for anyone serious about business in Nigeria, understanding those companies, the markets they are entering and the ideas behind their businesses could provide valuable insight into what 2027 and the years after it may look like.
Below is our list of 100 Nigerian startups worth keeping an eye on in 2027. Funding figures are approximate totals based on publicly reported information and may have changed since publication.
Top 10 Picks
1. Moniepoint
Fintech | Banking | Payments | Small Business | Agent Banking
Moniepoint provides business banking, payment terminals and lending to small businesses and individuals across Nigeria. It processes a large share of the country’s digital transactions and is expanding into other markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Tosin Eniolorunda, Felix Ohiwerei |
| Funding Amount | $318M+ |
| Startup Size | Enterprise Team (1,000+) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | Development Partners International, Verod-Kepple, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Endeavor Catalyst, Google Black Founders Fund |
2. OPay
Fintech | Payments | Mobile Money | Consumer | Agent Banking
OPay offers mobile payments, digital banking and agent services to millions of people and small merchants in Nigeria. It has built a large network of agents that bring financial services to underbanked communities.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | Yahui Zhou |
| Funding Amount | $570M |
| Startup Size | Enterprise Team (1,000+) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | SoftBank Vision Fund 2, Sequoia Capital China, Meituan, Source Code Capital |
3. Flutterwave
Fintech | Payments | Africa | B2B | Infrastructure
Flutterwave provides payment infrastructure that lets businesses accept and send money across Africa and beyond. It supports cards, bank transfers and mobile money for merchants and global brands operating on the continent.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Olugbenga Agboola, Iyinoluwa Aboyeji |
| Funding Amount | $475M+ |
| Startup Size | Large Team (501-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series E |
| Top Investors | Tiger Global, Salesforce Ventures, Avenir Growth, Visa |
4. PalmPay
Fintech | Payments | Mobile Money | Consumer | Merchants
PalmPay is a fintech company that offers digital payment and banking services to consumers and merchants in Nigeria. Its app combines wallet transfers, bill payments and merchant tools.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $140M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (501-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Transsion Holdings |
5. Kuda
Fintech | Banking | Mobile App | Consumer | Neobank
Kuda is a Nigerian digital bank that offers accounts, cards and transfers entirely through a mobile app with no physical branches. It has built a large customer base among young, mobile-first Nigerians.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Babs Ogundeyi, Musty Mustapha |
| Funding Amount | $91M |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Valar Ventures, Target Global, Entrée Capital |
6. Paystack
Fintech | Payments | E-commerce | B2B | Infrastructure
Paystack helps businesses across Africa accept online and in-person payments through simple developer tools. It was acquired by Stripe in 2020 in one of the continent’s best-known startup exits.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | Shola Akinlade, Ezra Olubi |
| Funding Amount | $10M+ before acquisition |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Acquired by Stripe |
| Top Investors | Y Combinator, Stripe, Tencent, Visa |
7. Terra Industries
Defense | Hardware | Autonomy | Security | Manufacturing
Terra Industries builds defense and security technology, including autonomous surveillance systems, aimed at helping African governments protect their territory. The company raised funding from prominent US investors within two years of launching.
| Headquarters | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2024 |
| Founders | Nathan Nwachuku, Maxwell Maduka |
| Funding Amount | $33.75M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | Lux Capital, 8VC |
8. Mono
Fintech | Open Banking | APIs | Infrastructure | B2B
Mono provides APIs that let apps connect to customers’ bank accounts to verify identity and access financial data. It was acquired by Flutterwave in January 2026 and continues to operate as an independent product.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Abdulhamid Hassan, Prakhar Singh |
| Funding Amount | $30.6M |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Acquired by Flutterwave |
| Top Investors | Tiger Global, Target Global |
9. Moove
Mobility | Fintech | Vehicle Financing | Ride-Hailing | Africa
Moove provides vehicle financing and fleet services that let ride-hailing and delivery drivers earn toward owning their cars. It works with large platforms and operates in several countries including Nigeria.
| Headquarters | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Ladi Delano, Jide Odunsi |
| Funding Amount | $190M+ |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Uber |
10. Remedial Health
Healthtech | Pharmaceuticals | Supply Chain | B2B | Financing
Remedial Health connects pharmacies, hospitals and clinics with medicine suppliers and offers financing for stock purchases. It works with thousands of healthcare providers and was named on a Bloomberg list of startups to watch.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $34M |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | 8VC |
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11. Interswitch
Fintech | Payments | Infrastructure | B2B | Digital Identity
Interswitch runs one of Nigeria’s largest electronic payment networks, connecting banks, merchants and consumers through card and digital channels. It became one of the first Nigerian tech companies to reach unicorn status after a strategic investment from Visa.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Founders | Mitchell Elegbe |
| Funding Amount | $200M (Visa strategic stake) |
| Startup Size | Enterprise Team (1,000+) |
| Last Funding Status | Growth Stage |
| Top Investors | Visa |
12. PiggyVest
Fintech | Savings | Investing | Consumer | Mobile App
PiggyVest helps Nigerians save and invest automatically through goal-based savings plans and investment products. It is one of the country’s most widely used personal finance apps.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Odunayo Eweniyi, Joshua Chibueze |
| Funding Amount | Undisclosed |
| Startup Size | Large Team (501-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Growth Stage |
| Top Investors | Undisclosed |
13. Carbon
Fintech | Lending | Banking | Consumer | Mobile App
Carbon is a digital financial services platform that offers loans, savings, bill payments and investments through a mobile app. It began as a lending business and has grown into a broader digital bank.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Chijioke Dozie, Ngozi Dozie |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
14. Paga
Fintech | Payments | Mobile Money | Agent Banking | Consumer
Paga is a Nigerian mobile payments company that lets people send money, pay bills and buy airtime using agents or a phone. It was one of the earliest mobile money platforms in the country.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2009 |
| Founders | Tayo Oviosu |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
15. FairMoney
Fintech | Lending | Banking | Consumer | Mobile App
FairMoney is a digital bank and lender offering loans, savings and payments to customers in Nigeria. It holds a microfinance banking licence and serves customers through its mobile app.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Laurin Hainy, Matthieu Vincent |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Large Team (501-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Tiger Global, DST Global, Flourish Ventures, Speedinvest |
16. Tuteria
Edtech | Marketplace | Tutoring | Education | Consumer
Tuteria is an online marketplace that connects students with verified tutors in hundreds of subjects. The platform raised fresh funding in 2026 to scale its tutor network and technology.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Founders | Godwin Benson |
| Funding Amount | $2.6M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Venture Round |
| Top Investors | Enza Capital, Chui Ventures |
17. Helium Health
Healthtech | Software | Electronic Records | Africa | B2B
Helium Health builds software that helps hospitals and clinics manage patient records, billing and operations. It also offers financial services for healthcare providers in several African markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Adegoke Olubusi, Tito Osunkoya |
| Funding Amount | $30M+ |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
18. Chowdeck
Food Delivery | Logistics | Consumer | Marketplace | Restaurants
Chowdeck is a Nigerian food delivery platform that connects customers with restaurants and groceries. It has become one of the leading players in on-demand delivery in Lagos and other cities.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
19. Gigmile
Mobility | Vehicle Financing | Fintech | Logistics | Africa
Gigmile finances vehicles for drivers and gig workers so they can earn income and build ownership over time. It has raised significant funding to expand its vehicle financing programme.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2022 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $21M |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
20. MAX
Mobility | Vehicle Financing | Logistics | Fintech | Delivery
MAX provides vehicle financing and mobility services for riders and drivers in Nigeria, combining delivery, ride-hailing and asset financing. It raised new equity and asset-backed funding in 2026.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $32M |
| Startup Size | Large Team (501-1,000) |
| Last Funding Status | Equity and Asset-Backed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
21. Taurex
Fintech | Trading | Global Markets | Consumer | Investing
Taurex is a fintech and trading platform with Nigerian roots that serves customers across global markets. It raised a large Series C round in 2026.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $40M |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series C |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
22. 10mg Health
Healthtech | Healthcare Financing | Consumer | Payments | Pharmacy
10mg Health helps patients in Nigeria pay for treatment in instalments rather than upfront. It was founded by a pharmacist and was named on Bloomberg’s startups to watch list.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2022 |
| Founders | Christian Nwachukwu |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
23. Nomba
Fintech | Payments | Small Business | Point of Sale | B2B
Nomba provides payment terminals, accounts and financial software for small and medium-sized businesses in Nigeria. It began as Kudi and has since grown into a full business payments company.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $35M |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
24. Cowrywise
Fintech | Investing | Savings | Consumer | Mobile App
Cowrywise is a Nigerian investment and savings app that lets people grow their money through mutual funds and other products. It focuses on making long-term investing simple for first-time investors.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
25. Risevest
Fintech | Investing | Wealth | Consumer | Mobile App
Risevest lets Africans invest in dollar-denominated assets such as US stocks and real estate through a mobile app. It targets young professionals who want exposure to global markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
26. Bamboo
Fintech | Investing | Stocks | Consumer | Mobile App
Bamboo gives Nigerians access to US and global stocks and exchange-traded funds through a simple mobile app. It is one of the country’s best-known cross-border investing platforms.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
27. Chaka
Fintech | Investing | Stocks | Consumer | Mobile App
Chaka is a stock trading app that lets users buy Nigerian and international shares. It aims to make investing in stocks more accessible to everyday Nigerians.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
28. Brass
Fintech | Banking | Small Business | B2B | Neobank
Brass provides business and personal banking services built for small businesses and startups. It offers accounts, cards and payment tools through a digital platform.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
29. LemFi
Fintech | Remittances | Cross-Border | Consumer | Mobile App
LemFi helps immigrants send money home and manage finances across borders, with a strong focus on African corridors. The company is headquartered in London and serves customers in several countries.
| Headquarters | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
30. Raenest
Fintech | Freelancers | Cross-Border | Banking | Mobile App
Raenest, formerly Geegpay, offers multi-currency accounts that help freelancers and remote workers receive international payments. It also provides tools for businesses to pay global teams.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
31. Fincra
Fintech | Payments | Cross-Border | B2B | APIs
Fincra provides payment APIs that let businesses collect and send money across African and global markets. It supports payouts, collections and currency exchange for companies operating on the continent.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
32. Curacel
Insurtech | AI | Claims | B2B | Healthcare
Curacel builds AI tools that help insurers and health plans process claims and detect fraud faster. Its platform serves insurance companies across Africa.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
33. Indicina
Fintech | Credit Scoring | Data | B2B | AI
Indicina provides credit scoring and data tools that help lenders assess borrowers in markets with limited credit history. Its technology supports faster and more accurate loan decisions.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
34. Bankly
Fintech | Banking | Agent Banking | Financial Inclusion | Consumer
Bankly offers digital banking and savings services designed to reach people who are underserved by traditional banks. It combines a mobile app with a network of agents.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
35. Cardtonic
Fintech | Virtual Cards | Payments | B2B | Consumer
Cardtonic is shifting from a consumer gift card business into financial infrastructure for businesses, with a virtual dollar card product called Pil. It raised a seed round in January 2026 to fund the change.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $2.1M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
36. Stabyl
Fintech | Stablecoins | Payments | Cross-Border | Crypto
Stabyl is a Nigerian fintech that launched in 2026 with a pre-seed round led by Konga. It focuses on stablecoin-based payments and financial services.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2026 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $2.7M |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | Konga |
37. Daya
Fintech | Stablecoins | Payments | Crypto | Africa
Daya is a Nigerian stablecoin startup that raised more than $2 million in 2026. It aims to make digital dollar payments easier for individuals and businesses.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $2M+ |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
38. Bujeti
Fintech | Spend Management | B2B | SaaS | Corporate Cards
Bujeti is a spend management platform for African businesses, offering corporate cards, budgeting and expense tools. It has added automated tax features to its platform.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | Y Combinator |
39. Lidya
Fintech | Lending | Credit | B2B | SaaS
Lidya builds credit infrastructure that helps small businesses in Africa access loans using data-driven assessment. Its platform supports lenders in evaluating applicants quickly.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
40. Casava
Insurtech | Insurance | Consumer | Mobile App | Mobility
Casava makes insurance easier to buy and manage through a digital platform, starting with motor insurance. It aims to bring protection products to more Nigerians.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
41. Myka
Insurtech | Insurance | Consumer | Healthcare | Mobile App
Myka is a Nigerian insurtech that raised an undisclosed pre-seed round in 2026. It aims to simplify access to insurance products for individuals and businesses.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | Undisclosed |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
42. Carrot Credit
Fintech | Lending | Consumer | Credit | Mobile App
Carrot Credit provides digital lending services to individuals and small businesses in Nigeria. It has raised early-stage funding to grow its loan products.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
43. PaidHR
HR Tech | Payroll | B2B | SaaS | Africa
PaidHR offers payroll and HR software that helps companies in Africa manage employees, pay salaries and stay compliant. It targets small and growing businesses.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
44. Appzone
Fintech | Banking Software | B2B | Infrastructure | Africa
Appzone provides core banking and payments software for banks, microfinance institutions and fintechs across Africa. Its platform powers digital banking services for financial institutions.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
45. Reliance Health
Healthtech | Health Insurance | Consumer | Africa | B2B
Reliance Health offers digital health insurance and care coordination to individuals and employers. It connects members with hospitals and clinics through its platform.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
46. Healthtracka
Healthtech | Diagnostics | At-Home Testing | Consumer | Mobile App
Healthtracka lets people order lab tests and receive results digitally, with sample collection at home. It aims to make preventive health checks more convenient.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
47. Mobihealth
Healthtech | Telemedicine | Consumer | Remote Care | Africa
Mobihealth offers telemedicine and remote patient monitoring so people can consult doctors from their phones. It serves patients and healthcare providers across Africa.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
48. Wella Health
Healthtech | Healthcare | Consumer | Mobile App | Subscriptions
Wella Health provides digital healthcare services including consultations and prescriptions through a mobile platform. It aims to improve access to quality care for Nigerians.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
49. Bumpa
SaaS | E-commerce | Small Business | Retail | Africa
Bumpa gives small online sellers tools to manage orders, inventory and customers in one place. It helps social commerce businesses run more professionally.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
50. Sabi
B2B | E-commerce | Retail | Supply Chain | Africa
Sabi is a B2B commerce platform that helps small retailers buy stock from suppliers and manage their businesses. It focuses on informal retail across Africa.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
51. TradeDepot
B2B | E-commerce | Supply Chain | Retail | Fintech
TradeDepot digitizes distribution for fast-moving consumer goods, linking manufacturers with small retailers. It also offers credit to help retailers restock.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
52. Alerzo
B2B | E-commerce | Retail | Fintech | Supply Chain
Alerzo is a B2B marketplace that supplies goods to small retailers and offers payments and credit services. It focuses on reaching shops in hard-to-serve areas.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
53. OmniRetail
B2B | E-commerce | Retail | Supply Chain | Africa
OmniRetail provides technology and supply chain tools for small retailers, helping them source and sell products more efficiently. It supports informal commerce across Nigeria.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
54. Yellow Card
Fintech | Crypto | Stablecoins | Payments | Africa
Yellow Card is a stablecoin payments company that lets individuals and businesses across Africa buy, sell and move digital dollars. It operates in many African markets and has built partnerships with banks and payment firms.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Chris Maurice |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | Block, Polychain Capital, Castle Island Ventures |
55. Quidax
Fintech | Crypto | Exchange | Consumer | Mobile App
Quidax is a Nigerian cryptocurrency exchange that lets users buy, sell and store digital assets. It also offers infrastructure for businesses that want to add crypto services.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
56. Busha
Fintech | Crypto | Exchange | Consumer | Mobile App
Busha is a digital asset platform that lets Nigerians buy and sell cryptocurrencies and stablecoins. It also provides tools for businesses to accept and manage digital payments.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
57. Kobo360
Logistics | Freight | Marketplace | Africa | Supply Chain
Kobo360 is a logistics platform that connects cargo owners with truck drivers to move freight across Nigeria and other African markets. It aims to cut empty trips and make haulage more efficient.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Obi Ozor, Ife Oyedele |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
58. Autochek
Automotive | Marketplace | Fintech | Africa | Vehicle Financing
Autochek runs a platform for buying, selling, financing and servicing vehicles across several African countries. It combines a marketplace with inspection, financing and insurance services.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
59. Eden Life
Consumer Services | Home Services | Marketplace | Mobile App
Eden Life offers on-demand home services such as cleaning, laundry and household support to customers in Lagos. It works with trained professionals to deliver consistent service.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
60. Shuttlers
Mobility | Transport | B2B | Consumer | Commuting
Shuttlers provides organised bus services for commuters and employers, with routes booked through an app. It aims to make daily travel in congested cities safer and more predictable.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Damilola Olokesusi |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
61. Suplias
B2B | Supply Chain | E-commerce | Procurement | SaaS
Suplias is a B2B platform that helps businesses in Nigeria source supplies and manage procurement. It connects buyers with suppliers through a digital marketplace.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
62. FoodCourt
Foodtech | B2B | Supply Chain | Restaurants | Marketplace
FoodCourt helps restaurants and food businesses buy ingredients and supplies through a digital platform. It aims to simplify purchasing for the food service industry.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
63. Vendease
Foodtech | B2B | Supply Chain | Restaurants | Marketplace
Vendease is a B2B food supply platform that helps restaurants and hotels source ingredients and manage inventory. It has expanded to serve customers in several African markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2021 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
64. Sendbox
Logistics | E-commerce | Shipping | SaaS | Small Business
Sendbox provides shipping and delivery tools for online sellers, helping them compare couriers and track parcels. It supports small businesses that need dependable last-mile delivery.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
65. Plentywaka
Mobility | Transport | Consumer | Mobile App | Commuting
Plentywaka is a Nigerian transport startup that helps commuters find and book rides. It aims to improve urban mobility in busy Nigerian cities.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
66. Arnergy
Energy | Solar | Climate Tech | Hardware | B2B
Arnergy provides solar power systems and energy financing for homes and businesses in Nigeria. Its products aim to offer a reliable alternative to unstable grid electricity and diesel generators.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2013 |
| Founders | Femi Adeyemo |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Series B |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
67. Koolboks
Energy | Solar | Cold Chain | Climate Tech | Hardware
Koolboks makes solar-powered freezers and refrigerators that help small businesses store food and drinks without a reliable grid. It received a catalytic funding award in 2026.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $1.5M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Catalytic Funding |
| Top Investors | Cascador |
68. Powerstove
Climate Tech | Clean Cooking | IoT | Hardware | Energy
Powerstove builds internet-connected clean cookstoves that reduce fuel use and household smoke. It received catalytic funding in 2026 to expand its clean cooking programme.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $1.3M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Catalytic Funding |
| Top Investors | Cascador |
69. Eja-Ice
Cold Chain | Solar | Logistics | Climate Tech | Agriculture
Eja-Ice provides solar-powered cold storage for fish and other perishable goods. It raised equity and debt funding from All On in 2026.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $1M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Equity and Debt |
| Top Investors | All On |
70. Agriarche
Agritech | Supply Chain | Agriculture | B2B | Financing
Agriarche works on agricultural supply chains and helps connect farmers with markets and inputs. It received catalytic funding in 2026 to scale its operations.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $1.8M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Catalytic Funding |
| Top Investors | Cascador |
71. Releaf
Agritech | Food Processing | Supply Chain | Agriculture | Manufacturing
Releaf works with smallholder farmers and processors to turn agricultural produce into packaged food products. It aims to reduce waste and improve farmer incomes.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
72. ThriveAgric
Agritech | Farming | Financing | Agriculture | Marketplace
ThriveAgric is a Nigerian agritech company that connects investors and farmers by financing agricultural production. It was founded to help farmers access funding, inputs and markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2017 |
| Founders | Uka Eje |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
73. Farmcrowdy
Agritech | Farming | Crowdfunding | Agriculture | Marketplace
Farmcrowdy lets individuals sponsor farming projects and earn returns from harvests. It was one of Nigeria’s first digital agriculture investment platforms.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | Onyeka Akumah |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
74. Beacon Power Services
Energy | Power | Infrastructure | B2B | Climate Tech
Beacon Power Services provides electricity services and infrastructure for businesses and communities in Nigeria. It was among the best-funded Nigerian startups of early 2026.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $2M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
75. uLesson
Edtech | Learning | Mobile App | Education | Consumer
uLesson is a learning app that offers video lessons, practice questions and exam preparation for students in Africa. It focuses on helping secondary school learners prepare for national exams.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2019 |
| Founders | Sim Shagaya |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Series A |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
76. Simbi
Edtech | Skills | Marketplace | Education | Consumer
Simbi is a skills exchange platform where people can learn from each other and trade knowledge. It focuses on peer-to-peer learning and skill building.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
77. Craydel
Edtech | Skills | Education | Mobile App | Consumer
Craydel is an Abuja-based startup that works on digital learning and skills development. It targets young Nigerians who want to build practical, job-ready skills.
| Headquarters | Abuja, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
78. Jobdiverr
Jobs | HR Tech | Recruitment | Marketplace | Africa
Jobberman is one of Nigeria’s best-known online job boards, connecting employers with job seekers. It also runs skills training programmes for young people entering the workforce.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2020 |
| Founders | Undisclosed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
79. Hotels.ng
Travel | Hospitality | Marketplace | Consumer | E-commerce
Hotels.ng is a Nigerian online booking platform for hotels and other accommodation. It helps travellers compare prices and book stays across the country.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2013 |
| Founders | Mark Essien |
| Funding Amount | Undisclosed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | Undisclosed |
| Top Investors | Undisclosed |
80. Konga
E-commerce | Marketplace | Retail | Consumer | Payments
Konga is a Nigerian e-commerce brand that sells a wide range of consumer goods online. It has been relaunched under new ownership and is expanding into digital financial services.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2012 |
| Founders | Sim Shagaya |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
81. Seamfix
Identity | Verification | SaaS | B2B | Biometrics
Seamfix builds digital identity and biometric verification technology used by telecoms, banks and government agencies. Its tools support customer registration and know-your-customer checks.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2007 |
| Founders | Chimezie Emewulu |
| Funding Amount | Undisclosed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | Undisclosed |
| Top Investors | Undisclosed |
82. Kippa
Fintech | Bookkeeping | Small Business | SaaS | Mobile App
Kippa is a bookkeeping and business management app that helps small traders record sales and track money. It also offers payments and financial tools for microbusinesses.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2018 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
83. Bitmama
Fintech | Crypto | Exchange | Consumer | Mobile App
Bitmama is a Nigerian crypto platform that lets users buy, sell and trade digital assets. It focuses on helping everyday Nigerians learn about and access cryptocurrency.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
84. Wallets Africa
Fintech | Payments | Cross-Border | APIs | B2B
Wallets Africa provides digital wallets and payment APIs that let businesses and individuals send and receive money in multiple currencies. It supports remittances and payouts across African markets.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
85. Pricepally
Foodtech | E-commerce | Groceries | Consumer | Marketplace
Pricepally is a group-buying platform that helps consumers save money on groceries by purchasing food in bulk together. It also supports local farmers and suppliers.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
86. Printivo
E-commerce | Printing | Small Business | Marketplace | SaaS
Printivo is an online printing service that lets businesses and individuals order custom printed items such as cards and branded products. It focuses on fast turnaround and simple ordering.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
87. Ubenwa
Healthtech | AI | Newborn Care | Diagnostics | Research
Ubenwa is a health technology startup that uses AI to analyze a baby’s cry as an early indicator of conditions such as birth asphyxia. It is a Nigerian-founded company working on affordable newborn screening.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
88. Aella
Fintech | Lending | Payments | Consumer | Mobile App
Aella is a Nigerian fintech offering digital lending and payment services through its mobile app. It targets individuals and small businesses with quick access to financial products.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
89. Patricia
Fintech | Crypto | Payments | Consumer | Exchange
Patricia is a Nigerian crypto and payments platform that lets users trade digital assets and make payments. It aims to make cryptocurrency easier to use in everyday transactions.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
90. Union54
Fintech | Cross-Border | Infrastructure | B2B | Payments
Union54 builds payment infrastructure that helps businesses connect to financial services across African markets. It supports companies that need to move money between countries on the continent.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
91. Vesti
Fintech | Cross-Border | Banking | Consumer | Mobile App
Vesti offers digital financial services that help people manage money across borders. Its app is designed for Africans who earn, spend and save in more than one currency.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
92. Sparkle
Fintech | Banking | Small Business | Consumer | Mobile App
Sparkle is a Nigerian digital banking platform that offers accounts, payments and financial tools for individuals and businesses. It is part of the growing group of neobanks serving Nigerians.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
93. Eyowo
Fintech | Payments | Mobile Money | Consumer | Mobile App
Eyowo is a mobile payments platform that lets people send money, pay bills and make purchases from their phones. It has focused on making digital payments simple for everyday users.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2016 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
94. Lazerpay
Fintech | Crypto | Payments | B2B | APIs
Lazerpay provides crypto payment tools that let businesses accept stablecoin payments from customers around the world. It targets merchants and developers in Africa.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
95. Mydawa
Healthtech | Pharmacy | E-commerce | Consumer | Delivery
Mydawa is an online pharmacy platform that helps customers order medicines and health products for delivery. It aims to make it easier to find genuine drugs in Nigeria.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
96. IrokoTV
Media and Entertainment | Streaming | Film | Africa | Consumer
IrokoTV is a streaming service built around Nollywood films and African series for viewers at home and in the diaspora. It was among the first major online platforms to bring Nigerian movies to global audiences.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2010 |
| Founders | Jason Njoku, Bastian Gotter |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Small Team (51-200) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
97. Boomplay
Media and Entertainment | Music Streaming | Africa | Consumer | Mobile App
Boomplay is a music streaming and download service focused on African artists and listeners. It offers free and paid plans and is widely used for Afrobeats and other African genres.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | 2015 |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Mid-Size Team (201-500) |
| Last Funding Status | To be confirmed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
98. AethexAI
AI | Enterprise | B2B | SaaS | Generative AI
AethexAI is a Nigerian enterprise AI startup that raised a $3 million pre-seed round in 2026. It builds artificial intelligence tools for businesses.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | $3M |
| Startup Size | Lean Team (11-50) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
99. Platos
AI | Enterprise | SaaS | Productivity | B2B
Platos is a Nigerian artificial intelligence startup that raised pre-seed funding in 2025. It builds AI tools aimed at improving how businesses work.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Pre-Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
100. Connectnigeria.com
Search | Directory | Media | Consumer | Web
Connectnigeria.com is a Nigerian web search and business directory platform. It helps users find local information, companies and services online.
| Headquarters | Lagos, Nigeria |
| Year Founded | To be confirmed |
| Founders | To be confirmed |
| Funding Amount | To be confirmed |
| Startup Size | Founding Team (1-10) |
| Last Funding Status | Seed |
| Top Investors | To be confirmed |
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Conclusion
Nigeria’s startup ecosystem is entering an interesting period, and 2027 could be another important year for companies that are building around the country’s biggest opportunities and everyday challenges. From fintech and artificial intelligence to e-commerce, logistics, healthtech, agritech, entertainment and digital services, Nigerian entrepreneurs are finding new ways to solve problems and build businesses that can reach millions of people. Some of the companies on this list are already well known, while others are still at a stage where their biggest growth may be ahead of them.
For business owners, founders and CEOs, these startups are worth watching for more than just their funding rounds or valuations. They can provide useful lessons about how Nigerian consumers are changing, where technology is creating new opportunities and what kinds of products people are willing to pay for. An emerging founder can look at these companies for inspiration, while an established business owner can use the same information to identify potential competitors, partnerships, technologies or new markets.
Our research and analysis went beyond simply looking for popular Nigerian startups. We considered the industries they operate in, the problems they are trying to solve, their products and services, market opportunities, growth potential and the broader trends shaping Nigeria’s economy. Of course, no startup is guaranteed to succeed, and the business environment can change quickly. Funding, regulation, competition, execution and economic conditions can all affect a company’s future.
But that is exactly why these companies deserve attention. The Top 100 Startups to Watch in Nigeria in 2027 is not a prediction that every company on this list will become Nigeria’s next billion-dollar business. Rather, it is a guide to the companies, founders and ideas that deserve a closer look as Nigeria’s startup ecosystem continues to evolve. Whether you are building your own business, running an established company, considering an investment or simply trying to understand where Nigerian business is heading, this list gives you a starting point for watching the next generation of Nigerian companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are the top startups to watch in Nigeria in 2027?
The top startups to watch in Nigeria in 2027 are likely to come from sectors such as fintech, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, logistics, healthtech, agritech, entertainment, cybersecurity and business technology. These are industries where Nigerian entrepreneurs are addressing large markets and solving problems that affect consumers and businesses every day.
However, being a startup to watch does not necessarily mean that a company is already the biggest or most profitable in its industry. Some emerging startups deserve attention because of their technology, business model, market opportunity, founders or potential for rapid growth.
2. Which Nigerian startups will be important in 2027?
The Nigerian startups that become important in 2027 will likely be those that can successfully turn innovation into useful products and sustainable businesses. Companies that understand the Nigerian market, build strong customer relationships and manage the realities of operating in the country could have a significant advantage.
Fintech will remain an important part of the ecosystem, but opportunities are expanding into AI, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, entertainment, education and enterprise technology. This means the next major Nigerian startup may come from a sector that is not traditionally associated with the country’s startup boom.
3. What are the best Nigerian startups to invest in for 2027?
There is no single list of Nigerian startups that can be guaranteed to be the “best” investment in 2027. Startup investment carries significant risk, particularly because early-stage companies can fail, struggle to raise additional capital or face unexpected regulatory and economic challenges.
Instead of looking only at popularity or funding announcements, potential investors should examine a company’s revenue model, customer growth, market size, management team, competition, financial position and ability to scale. The startups featured on this list can be viewed as companies worth researching rather than automatic investment recommendations.
4. Which Nigerian startups are growing the fastest?
Fast-growing Nigerian startups can be found across fintech, commerce, logistics, artificial intelligence, digital media and other technology-driven industries. Growth can be measured in different ways, including customers, revenue, geographic expansion, funding, partnerships, product adoption and employee growth.
It is also important to remember that rapid growth does not automatically mean long-term success. A startup needs to turn growth into a sustainable business, particularly in a market where operating costs, currency movements, regulation and access to capital can change quickly.
5. What industries will have the biggest startup opportunities in Nigeria in 2027?
Nigeria’s large population, young consumers and growing digital economy create opportunities across several industries. Fintech, AI, healthcare, agriculture, logistics, e-commerce, energy, education, entertainment and business software are among the areas entrepreneurs should continue watching closely.
The biggest opportunities may come from businesses that solve practical Nigerian problems rather than simply copying trends from other countries. Startups that can make payments easier, reduce business costs, improve access to healthcare, connect farmers with markets, simplify logistics or help businesses use technology more effectively could have significant opportunities.
6. Which Nigerian tech startups should I watch in 2027?
Technology startups worth watching in 2027 include companies working in fintech, AI, cybersecurity, cloud services, enterprise software, digital commerce and other technology-enabled industries. The most interesting companies will not necessarily be those using the most advanced technology, but those using technology to solve problems customers genuinely care about.
AI is particularly worth watching because Nigerian startups are increasingly finding practical applications for the technology. Businesses that can combine AI with local knowledge, Nigerian data, African markets and specific industry problems could create valuable products in the years ahead.
7. What makes a Nigerian startup worth watching?
A startup becomes worth watching when there is a convincing combination of a real problem, a strong solution, a large or growing market and a team capable of executing the business plan. Customer adoption is another important signal because a company can have an impressive idea without having a product that people actually want.
Funding can also provide an indication that investors see potential, but funding alone should never be used as the main measure of a startup’s strength. Revenue, customer retention, profitability prospects, innovation and the ability to operate successfully in Nigeria are equally important.
8. Are Nigerian startups still attracting investors in 2027?
Nigeria remains an important startup market because of its population, entrepreneurial culture, technology adoption and large consumer market. However, the funding environment has become more demanding, meaning startups increasingly have to demonstrate stronger fundamentals rather than relying solely on rapid expansion.
For founders, this creates both a challenge and an opportunity. Startups that can demonstrate real customer demand, disciplined spending, sustainable revenue and a clear path toward profitability may be better positioned to attract serious investors.
9. What are the best startups to watch in Nigeria for entrepreneurs?
For entrepreneurs, the best startups to watch are not necessarily the companies with the biggest valuations. They are companies that provide useful lessons about product development, customer acquisition, pricing, technology, operations and how to build around a genuine market need.
Studying successful Nigerian startups can help new business owners understand what works in the local market and, equally importantly, what does not. Their successes, mistakes, partnerships and expansion strategies can all provide valuable lessons for someone building a business of their own.
10. How can I find new Nigerian startups before they become popular?
One of the best ways to discover emerging Nigerian startups early is to follow the startup ecosystem rather than waiting until a company becomes widely known. Pay attention to new product launches, accelerator programmes, funding announcements, technology communities, industry events, founder interviews and partnerships.
It is also worth looking beyond Lagos and the most established startup names. Nigeria has entrepreneurs building businesses in different regions and industries, and some of the companies that attract the most attention in the future may currently be operating under the radar.
Want to Be on the Next List?
Nigeria’s startup scene moves quickly, and many promising businesses deserve attention. If you run a startup or tech business and would like to be considered for our next list of the top 200 startups, send your details to info@businesstech.ng. Tell us what you are building, when you started, who your founders are and how much funding you have raised, and our team will review it.
