10 Nigerian CEOs of EdTech startups who have raised $100K+ in funding

In Nigeria, a country poised to harness a booming e-learning market expected to reach $107.90 million by 2024, a group of visionary leaders is making waves. Despite the challenges of underfunded urban schools and resource-strapped rural education systems, these tenacious CEOs have not only navigated these turbulent waters but have also managed to attract significant investments of over $100,000 each, showcasing a strong vote of confidence from global investors. 

These entrepreneurs are at the forefront of a transformative educational movement, driven to equalize educational opportunities across all demographics. Here are some the CEOs who ar pioneering this change

Sim Shagaya – CEO, uLesson

Sim Shagaya’s leadership at uLesson epitomizes the potential of digital education in Africa. With a background that includes founding Konga.com and E-Motion Advertising, Shagaya’s latest venture, uLesson, integrates an affordable digital curriculum via SD cards, making learning accessible to students across the continent. Under his guidance, uLesson secured a monumental $25.6 million in funding, marking it as the largest investment in an African EdTech company to date.

Adewale Yusuf – CEO, AltSchool Africa

Adewale Yusuf, CEO of AltSchool Africa, is revolutionizing the tech education landscape. With a foundation in tech entrepreneurship, Yusuf’s AltSchool Africa now serves 60,000 learners worldwide, emphasizing affordable and accessible tech education. The startup’s impressive $4 million in raised funds speaks volumes about its impact and Yusuf’s pivotal role in educational innovation.

Honey Ogundeyi – CEO, Edukoya

Honey Ogundeyi’s Edukoya connects African students with digital resources and real-time educational support. Founded in 2021, Edukoya quickly distinguished itself by raising $3.5 million in pre-seed funding, the largest for an African EdTech platform at the time. Ogundeyi’s previous roles, including leadership positions at Kuda and the UK-Nigeria Tech Hub, have undoubtedly shaped her dynamic approach to education.

Ope Bukola – CEO, Kibo School

Ope Bukola is shaping the future of online STEM education through Kibo School. With a rich background that includes roles at Google Classroom and Zeta Charter Schools, Bukola’s vision for Kibo is to provide accessible, high-quality tech education, culminating in a $2.4 million funding achievement that promises to transform tech education in Africa.

Osayi Izedonmwen – CEO, Teesas

Osayi Izedonmwen, founder of Teesas, brings educational content to African children in local languages. With a strong track record in mobile technology and oil and gas, Izedonmwen’s pivot to education through Teesas has successfully garnered $1.6 million in pre-seed funds, illustrating his commitment to educational excellence and innovation.

Nathan Nwachukwu – CEO, Klas

Young entrepreneur Nathan Nwachukwu, CEO of Klas, has been making significant strides in the EdTech sector. Since dropping out of Carleton University, Nwachukwu has channeled his energies into Klas, a platform for creating and selling educational content. His visionary leadership has attracted $1.36 million in funding, spotlighting his impact on digital education.

Sam Emmanuel – CEO, Semicolon

At Semicolon Africa, CEO Sam Emmanuel focuses on bridging the gap between education and employment through tech-enabled training. His prior experience in sales and management at global firms like Oracle and SAP informs his approach to building a sustainable learning model. Semicolon’s recent $1.2 million funding round underscores its growing influence under Emmanuel’s leadership.

Dimeji Falana – CEO, EDVES

Dimeji Falana’s EDVES is reshaping school management with technology. As a seasoned tech entrepreneur, Falana’s platform has innovatively tackled administrative and academic processes, facilitating better educational delivery. With $766,500 in seed funding, EDVES is set to further enhance educational accessibility and efficiency.

Eyitayo Ogunmola – CEO, Utiva

Eyitayo Ogunmola’s Utiva empowers individuals with advanced tech skills, positioning them for new tech roles. Ogunmola’s experience and partnerships have propelled Utiva to secure $500,000 in funding, enabling expansion and the development of new programs tailored to meet the tech industry’s demands.

Ugochukwu Nkwocha – CEO, 9jacodekids

Ugochukwu Nkwocha’s 9jacodekids is inspiring the next generation of tech innovators. As CEO, his background in engineering and network management has guided the company to become a leading provider of coding and robotics education. With a $350,000 investment, 9jacodekids continues to expand its impactful educational programs.