Ecosystem News – Opolo Global Innovation

07 Nov, 24

Opolo Global Participates in DSNai Boot Camp 2024

In a bid to drive community growth and economic progress across Africa through data science and artificial intelligence, Opolo Global Innovation took part in the DSNai Boot Camp 2024. This prestigious event, held at Covenant University, focused on equipping African youth with practical skills and knowledge to harness AI and data science for impactful community...

07 Nov, 24

Opolo Global Partners with Ecobank to Empower Lagos Schools with AI-Driven Learning

As part of a strategic partnership with Ecobank Nigeria, Opolo Global recently engaged in a transformative training initiative for schools in Lagos, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to nurturing digital literacy and advanced skills in young learners. Held in celebration of Ecobank Day under the theme “Ignite Learning with AI,” this year’s program highlighted the role...

10 Aug, 24

ATBU Hub Introduces Tech UpSKill Program Orientation

As a preparatory step for the upcoming Tech UpSkill program, designed to equip students with the knowledge and resources needed to maximize their participation, Mr. Usman Liasu, ATBU Opolo hub manager, recently organized an orientation event aimed at familiarizing first-year Computer Science students with our innovation hub. The primary objectives of the orientation were to...

12 Apr, 24

Opolo celebrates International Women’s Day 2024 at Otan Ayegbaju, Osun State.

Since the successful delivery of the women’s meetup program in November 2023, the ecosystem has recorded a significant increase in women’s participation in subsequent activities happening within the innovation ecosystem. Riding on the success of this program, we proposed an International Women’s Day 2024 (IWD 2024) celebration for the women’s community in Osun State, especially...

12 Apr, 24

BOI-UI Hub and She Tech Alliance Africa Empower Women through “Inspire Inclusion” Graphics Design Workshop

In a remarkable celebration of Women’s Day, the BOI UI Hub, in collaboration with She Tech Alliance Africa, hosted the “Inspire Inclusion” graphics design workshop on March 22nd, 2024. The one-day event aimed to empower women by providing them with valuable skills in the field of graphic design, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for...

25 Mar, 24

Call For Applications: Pay Innovation Pitch (Win N2,250,000:00 in cash prizes).

Intermarc Consulting Limited and Opolo Global warmly urges innovators with visionary solutions to apply for the prestigious Pay Innovation Pitch (PIP). This groundbreaking initiative aims to bridge the gap in the payment sector by providing a platform for startup Founders to present their innovative ideas, collaborate with peers to refine them, and engage with industry...

27 Feb, 24

OPOLO PARTNERS UNILORIN TO HOST THE TECHNICAL AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP CENTRE INNOVATION SUMMIT.

Opolo Global partnered University of Ilorin Technical and Entrepreneurship Centre (TEC) and African Support Bureau for Entrepreneurship (ASBE) to organize 2024 Unilorin TEC_ASBE Innovation Summit, at University of Ilorin. The 4day-event which was the maiden edition attracted dignitaries across different spheres of life, including Dr. Akinwunmi Emmanuel (Opolo global advisory board member), Prof. Wahab Egbewole...

22 Aug, 23

Inaugural Akinkugbe Prize Award 2023: Opolo Global Partners UNILORIN to Celebrate Student Innovators

The University of Ilorin witnessed a historic event on Thursday, August 10th, 2023, as the first Akinkugbe Prize Award celebrated the remarkable achievements of student innovators. Co-organized by Opolo Global Innovation and the university, the award aimed to recognize and honor the brightest minds shaping the future through innovation. The event, held at the prestigious...

17 Jul, 23

Opolo Global Innovation’s Startup Pitch Showcases Promising Startups, Receives Positive Feedback

Opolo Global Innovation, a leading innovation and entrepreneurship company has hosted its highly anticipated Opolo Startup Pitch event, which brought together a diverse group of industry experts, advisory board members, and potential investors. The purpose of the event was to showcase and promote some of the most promising startups being mentored by Opolo, presenting their...

20 Jun, 23

Computer Engineering Department Shines at Opolo Idea Pitch Competition at University of Ilorin.

Three students from the Department of Computer Engineering have emerged winners at the Opolo Global Innovation Idea Pitch Competition in honour of Prof Dupe S. Ademola-Popoola just before she delivered the 235th Inuagural Lecture of the University. The students, Temidire Adesiji, Olaniran Roqeeb and Oguntade Abass, were unanimously declared the winner, first and second runners-up...