Firm restates commitment to push Nigeria’s startups to global stage

A leading migration fintech company, Vesti, has reaffirmed its commitment to enabling the startup ecosystem in the country to thrive at the global stage, hence its headline sponsorship of the Lagos Startup Week 2023.

The yearly event, now in its seventh edition, will hold from July 10-15. It will unite entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders in a dynamic recognition of innovation.

With a focus on fostering learning, facilitating meaningful connections and nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit, Lagos Startup Week would serve as a catalyst for growth and success within the thriving startup community of Lagos.

Vesti noted that taking the lead sponsorship role demonstrates its dedication to empowering startups, providing them with valuable resources and opportunities to thrive in today’s competitive landscape, stressing that its goal is to empower startup founders in Lagos to go global.

Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Vesti, Olusola Amusan, expressed his excitement about the sponsorship.

“We’re thrilled to sponsor Lagos Startup Week 2023 as it provides a platform for generating innovative ideas and solutions. At Vesti, we are committed to supporting the next one billion immigrants and the next generation of entrepreneurs, while advancing Nigeria’s startup ecosystem. Our goal is to empower startup founders in Lagos to go global with U.S. 0-1 visas,” Amusan said.

Partner, Prime Startups, Olumide Olayinka, also said: “Lagos Startup Week is a unique destination for innovation and discovery for startups, founders and budding tech talents.  The forthcoming edition will bring together all stakeholders in the African tech ecosystem for an opportunity to connect, learn, network, generate business leads and connect with talents. Edition after edition, we keep getting better at what we do, and we encourage new companies to participate.

“Building upon our commitment to the startup ecosystem, we proudly sponsor Lagos Startup Week 2023. We understand the power of fostering connections and showcasing groundbreaking innovations that drive the future forward. Through our dedication to empowering entrepreneurs with migration pathways and financial services, we aim to inspire the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs in Nigeria and beyond. By doing so, we are fueling positive change and creating a better tomorrow for all stakeholders involved.

“We are excited to invite all stakeholders to mark their calendars for Lagos Startup Week 2023, the premier tech event in Nigeria. This highly anticipated gathering presents an unparalleled opportunity for startups, founders, investors, and budding talents to come together, connect, and explore the latest advancements in the tech industry.”