Partner With Us — Lagos Fintech Hub
Join forces with the Lagos Fintech Hub to shape the future of digital finance in Nigeria. From corporate sponsors and universities to development agencies and startups, we welcome partners who share our mission to accelerate responsible fintech innovation across Africa.
“Partnership is the fuel of progress — together, we amplify ideas, mobilize capital, and build inclusive financial systems for everyone.”
Why Partner With Lagos Fintech Hub?
The Lagos Fintech Hub serves as a convergence point for innovators, regulators, and investors driving Nigeria’s fast-growing fintech ecosystem. Our partnerships unlock shared value through:
- Brand Visibility: Showcase your organisation as a fintech enabler and thought leader.
- Talent Pipeline: Access trained professionals and interns from our Fintech Academy.
- Innovation Access: Collaborate with early-stage startups and product labs.
- Policy Collaboration: Participate in regulatory dialogues with CBN, SEC, NITDA, and NDIC.
- Funding Opportunities: Engage in co-investment and project grants with aligned partners.
Types of Partnerships
Corporate Partners
Corporates can co-host innovation challenges, sponsor research, and collaborate on proof-of-concept pilots with fintech startups solving payment, lending, and inclusion challenges.
Academic Partners
Universities and research institutes can co-design fintech curriculum, host workshops, and run hackathons through our Talent & Capacity Building Pillar.
Development & Nonprofit Partners
Collaborate on financial inclusion, digital literacy, and gender equity programs aligned with SDG goals.
Investment & Funding Partners
Work with our Capital & Funding team to identify investible fintech ventures and co-create growth acceleration programs.
How We Collaborate
Partnerships at Lagos Fintech Hub are built on mutual goals, transparency, and measurable impact. Collaboration options include:
- Event sponsorship and co-branding;
- Mentorship programs and training delivery;
- Research and whitepaper publication;
- Fintech product testing and sandbox participation;
- Funding support and accelerator co-creation.
Our Impact Partners
We proudly collaborate with Nigerian and international institutions including:
- Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN)
- Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC Nigeria)
- National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA)
- Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC)
- Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF)
- Private accelerators, tech hubs, and venture studios across Africa.
Partnership Tiers
We offer flexible partnership models based on your organisation’s goals and capacity:
- Strategic Partner: Long-term collaboration across all hub pillars with annual co-branded initiatives.
- Program Partner: Support specific programs (e.g., Talent Bootcamps, Innovation Sprints).
- Event Partner: Sponsor hackathons, summits, and networking events.
- Knowledge Partner: Publish research and share expertise through workshops.
Submit a Partnership Proposal
We welcome proposals from both local and international stakeholders seeking to collaborate. Please outline your organisation’s objectives, areas of interest, and expected outcomes in your proposal.
Case Studies & Success Stories
Fintech Inclusion Pilot with LSETF
Through our partnership with LSETF, over 500 Lagos-based micro-entrepreneurs were onboarded onto digital payment platforms, improving access to finance and digital literacy.
Women in Fintech Leadership Program
Co-hosted with NITDA and Microsoft Africa, this program has trained 200+ women in fintech innovation and compliance since 2023.
CBN Sandbox Collaboration
Our members successfully piloted four new payment solutions under the CBN sandbox program, demonstrating the value of early regulatory partnership.
Quick Access Links
References & Citations
- CBN — Fintech Regulatory Sandbox Guidelines, 2024
- NITDA — Digital Skills & Innovation Policy, 2024
- PwC Nigeria — Fintech Collaboration Report, 2025
- World Bank — Financial Inclusion and Digital Economy Study, 2024
Conclusion 
— Driving Fintech Growth Together
Partnerships are the foundation of Lagos Fintech Hub’s mission. By working together, we bridge the gap between technology, regulation, and capital to empower inclusive growth in Africa’s financial ecosystem.
“When Lagos leads, Africa follows — join us in shaping the fintech future.”
