The Financial Services Innovators (FSI) on Tuesday celebrated its six-year milestone of building Africa’s innovation ecosystem.
The organisation has, over the years, deepened its impact on inspiring technology talent within tertiary institutions and supporting startups through incubation, acceleration, and capacity-building programmes.
Founded in 2019, FSI has committed to bridging the gap between innovation, practical skills, and enterprise growth.
Its clear focus is on addressing Africa’s socio-economic challenges through technology, entrepreneurship, and collaborative partnerships.
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It has, in the past six years, inspired and trained thousands of students and young professionals across Nigerian tertiary institutions
FSI has supported early-stage startups through incubation, acceleration, mentorship, and market exposure.
It has collaborated with partners, mentors, sponsors, donors, and ecosystem leaders to deliver impact-driven programmes.
It has also strengthened the link between talent development, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.
Speaking on the sixth anniversary, the Executive Director, Aituaz Kola-Oladejo, reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to deepening its impact.
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“Six years on, we are proud of how far we have come, but even more excited about what lies ahead. Our journey has always been driven by the belief that Africa’s challenges can be solved by empowered talent and innovative enterprises.
“None of this would be possible without the trust and support of our partners, mentors, board members, sponsors, and donors,” Kola-Oladejo said.
She hinted that FSI plans to expand its focus on scalable innovation programmes, sector-focused accelerators, industry partnerships, and regional collaboration, while continuing to position young Africans as creators of solutions—not just beneficiaries of opportunity.
As FSI enters its next phase, the organisation added that it remained committed to building future-ready talent, enabling sustainable startups, and strengthening Africa’s innovation economy.
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