By:
Robert Kwaku Annor
The Office for Nigerian
Digital Innovation (ONDI) has highlighted the importance of effective policies,
accessible financing and stronger partnerships in building a thriving startup
ecosystem and supporting homegrown innovation in Nigeria.
The call was made by
Victoria Fabunmi, National Coordinator of ONDI, during a panel discussion on
“Policy, Finance & Enabling Environment” at Akwa Ibom Tech Week 2026, where
she joined industry stakeholders to examine ways of strengthening Nigeria’s
innovation ecosystem.
The discussion explored what
it takes to help startups move from ideas to impact, with participants
highlighting the need for policies that work, accessible financing, stronger
partnerships and opportunities for homegrown innovation to grow.
According to ONDI, building
a thriving startup ecosystem requires more than great ideas. It also involves
creating the conditions for those ideas to develop into successful businesses
and solutions that make a difference.
The organisation said the
goal is to create more opportunities for founders, encourage the development of
homegrown solutions and strengthen Nigeria’s innovation ecosystem.
“ At ONDI, we’re committed
to supporting the people, ideas and innovations shaping Nigeria’s digital
future,” the organisation stated.
