Deborah Soyombo

Alosfarm is working to keep agricultural produce fresh in transit

In William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Claudius said, “When sorrows come, they come not in spies, but in battalions.” This quote from the 1601 play epitomises the case of Nigeria when the price of oil began dwindling around July 2014 . The collapse of oil prices created...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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VerveTree is a tech hub set to launch in Ogun State

Ogun state, known for its tourist attractions like the Olumo rock and Omo Forest Reserve, is about to get a tech hub, by way of Verve Tree

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Bootstrapping vs. Fundraising: Which is the way to go?

The question whether a startup should opt for raising funds or bootstrap is one that has brought about so many debates across the startup space. Any business venture, irrespective of which industry it belongs to, requires a substantial investment in the form of business...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Laundry by Time Signature -- outsource your laundry easily

As we go about our daily activities, juggling different things together such as professional, social and financial responsibilities, we still spend a significant proportion of our time on a routine chore like laundry. On average, a person spends approximately 12-18 hour...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Commissions.ng -- create an e-commerce platform with little money

Commission is a common way to reward salespeople. This type of payment is calculated based on the percentage of goods sold. Commissions.ng is trying to give a new face to e-commerce in Nigeria. Commissions.ng is an online platform that helps users to start an online s...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Mobilecooks -- hire cooks easily online

Mobilecooks is an online platform that provides skillful and vetted cooks to cooperate organisations and individuals. The platform is the brainchild of Alabuja Daniel, Audu Daniel, Audu Samuel and Ismail Osunlana.The platform also does event planning and outdoor cater...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Mobile Medics -- access healthcare professionals easily

Mobile Medics is an online platform that allows users get easy access to healthcare professionals. Launched on September 11, 2017, by Oni Oluwaseyi, Orisayomi Samuel, Ola Aderakinyo, Foluke oladayo and Victory Alibor, the platform delivers primary healthcare as a preven...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Afro-Freelancers Hub -- Hire skilled service providers conveniently

Afro-Freelancers Hub is an online community where local talents are matched with small businesses or individuals trying to get their jobs done faster. Launched on October 1, 2017, by Uti Fejiro, the platform allows clients to give a review of a service provider and vice...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: ALOC -- prepare for UTME and WASSCE with this game-CBT platform

Opeoluwa and Oluwasola Mesonrale found out that students in Nigeria don’t read to learn but to pass which sometimes lead to their failure in promotional examinations. In a bid to mitigate this problem, they created ALOC, an online practice platform that use engaging g...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Fixers -- request gadget repairs conveniently online

Productivity is key when working with any gadget. However, when gadgets become faulty, it has a way of reducing efficiency which sometimes causes strain on the mind. In Nigeria, the first place to think of when looking for a place to repair gadgets is the “Computer Vi...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: DOCOTAL -- access medical services on the go

Quick access to medical service can be life-saving, especially during an emergency. However, accidents can occur anywhere and at anytime and rapid response is highly important. DOCOTAL is here to attend to all emergencies via its online platform. Launched on November 2,...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: WaraGifts -- order premium gifts online

Do you know giving gifts boost longevity? Research has shown that there is a connection between giving gifts and mental health. However, where the problem lies is the ability to choose a gift that will best suit the recipient, which sometimes comes with stress. WaraGift...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Identity -- manage customers' logs and get realtime updates online

Identity is a cloud-based customers/visitors management software which aims to eradicate the use of paper logs in offices and promote electronic means. Launched on December 4, 2017, by Tochukwu Egesi (Team Lead) , Saheed Ajibulu (Chief Growth Officer) and Olagoke Ok...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: FindaMedNG -- find healthcare service providers easily within your location

FindaMedNG is an online directory for health service providers. The platform seeks to connect users with healthcare service providers within their location. As a user on the platform, you are allowed to give reviews about any service providers you’ve used. This will h...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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Startup Profile: Opinow -- build an interactive website easily online

Every business, irrespective of the size needs an attractive, informative and interactive website, in today’s highly competitive digital market. Especially since grabbing and retaining the attention of users is quite a challenge. Users can’t be blamed for this. A lo...

Deborah Soyombo

5 years ago

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