Frequently Asked Questions
A: Opolo Global is an innovation enabler, incubator, and accelerator that aims to nurture talent and develop entrepreneurs with a focus on creating global solutions. We have innovation hubs spread across universities in Nigeria and abroad. We also have partnerships and collaborations with universities, research institutes/centres and organisations across the world
A: Opolo Global provides resources, mentorship, and guidance for individuals, startups, and researchers to develop their ideas and convert researches into successful businesses and products. We offer programmes such as incubation and acceleration, networking opportunities, access to funding, converting research outcomes to products and more.
A: Opolo Global’s programmes are designed for individuals, youth, emerging startups and researchers who want to develop innovative solutions and become successful entrepreneurs. We welcome entrepreneurs from various industries and backgrounds as well as researchers from universities in Nigeria, Africa and beyond.
A: Interested individuals can apply for Opolo Global’s programmes by visiting our hubs in Ikoyi, Lagos, Osun State University, Osogbo Campus, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Bayero University, Kano.
A: Opolo Global provides a range of resources and support to help startups develop their ideas into successful businesses. This includes mentorship from experienced entrepreneurs, access to funding, networking opportunities, co-working space etc.
A: Opolo Global provides a range of resources and support to help researchers incubate and develop their research into useful products. We also assist in the process of commercializing such products.
A: The length of Opolo Global’s programmes varies depending on the specific programmes. Incubation programmes typically last for several months, while acceleration programmes may last for several weeks.
A: Yes, Opolo Global offers funding to startups through our various programmes. We also connect entrepreneurs and researchers with investors and other funding opportunities.
A: Opolo Global has helped to develop a wide range of businesses across various industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and more. Some of their successful alumni include startups such as Jubal, QPay, Edureka, Dfmlab, Cashbuddy, Wassetltd CloudCherry. Vartica, SOLOGID and more
A: Opolo Global has multiple locations across Ikoyi, Lagos, Osun State University, Osogbo Campus, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife and Bayero University, Kano. Apart from our physical presence, we also have virtual communities for students, researchers and entrepreneurs