Osun Tech Exchange 2.0 Charts a New Course for Tech Ecosystem Development in Osun State
Government, academia, and industry unite to build a sustainable, homegrown tech ecosystem
December 18, 2025 · NEWS
Osun Tech Exchange 2.0 Charts a New Course for Tech Ecosystem Development in Osun State
OSOGBO, Nigeria – December 15, 2025 – TechPro Institute successfully concluded the landmark Osun Tech Exchange 2.0, a transformative summit that brought together government, academia, industry, and over 240 of the state’s brightest students. Held at the Leisure Spring Hotel under the theme “Beyond Knowledge: Inspiring Tech Innovation Across Osun,” the event marked a pivotal moment in Osun State’s commitment to building a sustainable, homegrown technology ecosystem.
A New Era of Collaboration: Government, Industry & Academia Unite
The event stood out for its strong government presence and deep academic engagement. In remarks delivered on his behalf, the Honourable Commissioner for Education, Osun State, affirmed the government’s alignment with the initiative, describing it as “a critical step in preparing our youth for the future economy.”
This commitment was echoed by representatives from leading institutions including Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Redeemer’s University, Adeleke University, Fountain University, and the Federal Polytechnic Ede, highlighting a shared vision for practical, industry-aligned education.
The event was formally hosted by Dr. Olalekan Kabir, whose leadership set a tone of excellence, collaboration, and purpose.
From Ideas to Impact: Student Innovators Take Centre Stage
At the heart of the Exchange was a vibrant project exhibition where student teams from five institutions presented solutions to real-world challenges. The winning projects demonstrated exceptional creativity, innovation, and technical depth:
🏆 1st Place: Fountain University — Fire-Eyes, a pioneering security and safety solution
🥈 2nd Place: Obafemi Awolowo University — Alert Hub, an innovative community alert system
🥉 3rd Place: Adeleke University — Skulight and Nocos Website, platforms enhancing educational access and services
Strategic Insights and Ecosystem Advocacy
The keynote sessions set a forward-looking agenda for ecosystem development. Dr. Rasheed Adebiyi, Director of NITDA at Fountain University, delivered a compelling address on the importance of interconnected tech ecosystems, commending TechPro Institute for creating “a wonderful and much-needed platform that bridges learning with real-world application.”
This was complemented by Mr. Abayomi Oluyede, Director of Operations for Sub-Saharan Africa at Vesti AI, who shared practical frameworks for scaling tech operations across emerging markets.
Academic partnership was further reinforced by Dr. (Mrs) Kayode, Head of Computer Science at Redeemer’s University, whose active participation throughout the event reflected the importance of engaged institutional leadership in student success.
A Masterclass in Tech Careers
A high-impact panel discussion, expertly moderated by Miss Anita Itohan, offered participants a 360-degree perspective on building successful tech careers. Panelists included:
Prince Lawal Afeez Oyeyemi, Lead QA Engineer at Payecards
Shittu Abdulafeez Ayorinde, Backend Engineer at Moneta Technology Ltd.
Bldr. Samson Olukayode Akanni Soyebi, GMD of Honeytreat Group
Olaniyan Mutiu, Full-Stack Developer
Oluwaferanmi Adeleye, Digital Skills Mentor at NITDA
Ayotunde Abdulsalam, Mobile App Engineer
Discussions spanned software quality, scalable systems, entrepreneurship, startup tech stacks, digital literacy, and user-centric product design.
Key Takeaways: Building a Lasting Ecosystem
Osun Tech Exchange 2.0 delivered outcomes that extend far beyond the event day:
Launch of a Structured Community: Building on the 164-member WhatsApp group, plans are underway to formalize the Osun TechExchange Alliance, enabling sustained mentorship, internships, and collaborative projects.
A Clear Talent Pipeline for Industry: Partner organizations including MTN, Airtel, and Moneta Technology Ltd. identified promising talent and innovation opportunities for recruitment and collaboration.
A Blueprint for TechPro’s Ecosystem Strategy: The success reinforces TechPro’s vision to establish TechPro Tech Clubs across campuses, ensuring continuous engagement and year-round skill development.
A Vision for the Future
“The true success of today is measured by the connections made and the partnerships formed,” said M.O. Oladuntoye, General Manager of TechPro Institute Nigeria.
“We did not just host an event; we activated a network. Our focus now is to transform today’s ideas into tomorrow’s startups and solutions. This is only the beginning.”
The event was supported by forward-thinking partners including MTN, Airtel, BQL, KAYTOP, HTA, Lush Scoops, Hammola International Football Club, and GOF International.
- Government
- academia
- and industry collaboration Student-led innovation solving real-world problems Career mentorship and ecosystem building Internship and recruitment opportunities