Habib Daniel Adetoyinbo, co-founder of DataVanta Labs Limited, is leading a significant transformation in Nigeria’s informal economy through his platform, Taskgrab. Since its launch in 2024 with co-founder Taiwo Olasunkanmi, Taskgrab has quickly evolved from a small-scale solution to a powerful nationwide platform that is not only offering convenience but also enabling real economic empowerment, connecting people in Nigeria in meaningful ways.
“Our goal has always been simple: to turn informal tasks into structured opportunities,” says Adetoyinbo. “Taskgrab isn’t just about getting things done, it’s about giving people access to real work and reliable income. It’s about helping people believe that they can turn their time and skills into opportunities.”
Taskgrab addresses several of Nigeria’s most pressing challenges: the lack of trust in informal transactions, the fragmentation of the economy, and the high rates of underemployment and unemployment. With Taskgrab, users can connect with verified task-doers, who help with everything from household chores like repairs and deliveries to more specialized freelance work such as content design, social media management, and tutoring.
“There’s so much untapped potential in Nigeria’s informal economy,” explained Olasunkanmi. “Taskgrab isn’t just connecting people. It’s creating a trustworthy environment where skills can turn directly into meaningful income. We’re giving everyday Nigerians the chance to succeed and build sustainable livelihoods.”
A major update in Taskgrab’s development is the introduction of the service showcase feature, allowing Taskgrabbers to display and promote their skills to nearby users. This has turned Taskgrab into a platform that enables users to not only find and complete tasks but also turn their services into micro-businesses. This update has particularly benefited young Nigerians in rural and semi-urban communities, who previously had limited opportunities to market their talents and build businesses.
Adetoyinbo and his team aren’t stopping there. Looking ahead, they are focused on expanding Taskgrab’s reach and impact even further. By partnering with local governments, they aim to formalize and digitize informal work, giving recognition and structure to countless small-scale economic activities that are often left unaccounted for in national planning. This will open up opportunities for millions of Nigerians to access legitimate, transparent work.
As part of their long-term vision, Adetoyinbo is also working to integrate artificial intelligence and machine learning into the platform. These cutting-edge tools will improve task matching, enhance user experience, and increase security, ensuring that Taskgrab is not only smarter but also safer for all users.
“We see technology as a tool for social empowerment,” said Adetoyinbo. “We’re not just building something flashy; we’re here to create something useful and lasting. For us, success isn’t measured by profits alone, it’s measured by how many lives we touch, how many families we help, and how many communities we strengthen.”
DataVanta Labs Limited continues to demonstrate how technology can be used for social good. With Taskgrab, they are showing that startups can drive real change, providing homegrown solutions that have a tangible impact on local economies.
About Habib Daniel Adetoyinbo
Habib Daniel Adetoyinbo is a Nigerian software developer, tech entrepreneur, and co-founder of DataVanta Labs Limited. Passionate about solving local problems with digital tools, he leads Taskgrab’s mission to formalize and empower Nigeria’s informal workforce through accessible, trusted technology.
