Connect Lab Africa is an innovation lab focused on developing the next generation of women and youth-led ventures as well as impact-driven social enterprises, supporting the development of the African innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem through entrepreneurship development, policy advocacy, and start-up investment.
What we do
Connect Lab Africa has a variety of programs dedicated to accelerating entrepreneural development in Nigeria, and Africa at large. Find out what programs are tailored to your growth.
PROGRAMS & EVENTS
All through the year, we host several programs & events centered on business innovation, business development, and entrepreneurship, all with the aim of nurturing business ideas and people to sustainability.
MSME POLICY ADVOCACY
At Connect Lab Africa, we think that the success of the MSME sector is heavily reliant on the government’s supportive policy structures. As a result, we have stepped up to create a policy-friendly climate for MSMEs’ entrepreneurship development by serving as a policy advocacy hub.
CAPACITY BUILDING
We believe in creating an avenue where people can build competence across different sectors. Nurturing leaders who can guide the future of the nation to prosperity and sustainable development by developing training on skill and character development.
Our Team
We work hard to ensure we provide you with the best services!
Abdulrazaq Ahmed
Founder and CEOMr. Abdulrazaq Ahmed is our founder and Managing Director. He is an entrepreneur passionate about human development through innovation and technology, which is why he set up Connect Lab Africa to spearhead youth and women development through entrepreneurship and start-up incubation programs. He is on a mission to make start-ups self-sustainable in Africa by providing various levels of support.
Abdulrazaq Ahmed
Founder and CEO
Fejiro Olokpo
Programs ManagerIn every organization there are engines that keep the body running, and that is the role of Mrs. Fejiro at Connect Lab Africa. She is our programs manager and she anchors the activities of the organization, ensuring there are impactful programs all year round. She has a wealth of experience in business development, strategic planning, marketing strategy and lots more, and is committed to the development of youths and women in Nigeria.
Fejiro Olokpo
Programs Manager
Dr. Muhammed B. Hussaini
Managing PartnerDr. Muhammed is a Managing Partner at Connect Lab Africa. He co-founded this organization with the aim of creating opportunities for African Start-Ups through investments, skills development and MSME policy advocacy. He has a wealth of experience in Product Development and Management in growing great products and ideas.
Dr. Muhammed B. Hussaini
Managing Partner
Stella Igabor
Community ManagerStella is an experienced administrator, talent manager and business executive, who is passionate about youth development and has contributed towards the planning and implementation of entrepreneurship and social development programs that has led to the empowerment of several youth-led businesses. She has a lifetime commitment to Building Partnerships, Skills Development, SMEs & Entrepreneurship in Africa.
Stella Igabor
Community Manager
Joyce Nwagwu
Communications & Multimedia ExpertJoyce is a confident and passionate communication development enthusiast who is result-centric, impact-driven and skilled in multimedia. She has excellent content creation abilities and is a solutionist. She writes, designs, and publishes content for the companies media pages. She also maintains and builds communication with relevant stakeholders.
Joyce Nwagwu
Communications & Multimedia Expert
David Etuk
Software EngineerDavid is a Software Engineer with skills in Web development. He has a huge interest in tech and automation, and is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our software systems. With his involvement in tech comes a curiosity and ability to solve problems. He is also passionate about development, and believes in making a difference.
David Etuk
Software Engineer
Rosemary Okoye
Marketing OfficerMs. Rosemary is an experienced growth marketer, skilled in the creation of unique text and video content. Her experience further includes managing online interactions, incorporated with her background in sales and marketing. She manages our social media presence, ensuring high web traffic and customer engagement.
Rosemary Okoye
Marketing Officer
Our Social Impact
6
Projects Completed
517
Beneficiaries
153
Females Impacted
1500
Startup investment
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