Nigeria’s tech ecosystem regained strong momentum in October 2025, with startups securing $93.4 million in disclosed funding across eight deals, alongside one undisclosed round from entertainment-tech startup, Nairabox.
The figure marks a significant 130.6% surge compared to the $40.5 million raised in September, signaling renewed investor confidence in Africa’s most vibrant startup market.
Much of the month’s performance was driven by Moniepoint’s $90 million venture round, which accounted for more than 96% of all disclosed capital raised during the period. Other sectors such as clean energy, agriculture, logistics, edtech, and services—also saw meaningful deal activity that strengthened early-stage momentum.
Moniepoint Powers October’s Funding Spike
Fintech giant Moniepoint (formerly TeamApt) led Nigeria’s October funding wave, closing a $90 million venture round backed by Visa, DPI, LeapFrog Investments, Google for Startups Black Founders Fund, and Verod Capital Management.
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The investment deepens support for Moniepoint’s strategy to scale financial inclusion across Africa’s SME ecosystem while reinforcing its regional payments and banking infrastructure ambitions.
Clean Energy Startup Rana Energy Secures $3 Million
Rana Energy drew strong investor interest with a $3 million hybrid round, combining $500,000 equity and $2.5 million green debt.
The equity raise included Techstars, EchoVC Eco, and several angel investors among them MAX co-founders Chinedu Azodoh and Tayo Bamiduro.
The debt financing, arranged by Optimum Global and backed by FSDH Asset Management, will help Rana scale its AI-powered clean energy and battery storage solutions for Nigerian enterprises.
Early-Stage Deals Indicate Deepening Pipeline
A wave of young startups also secured early-stage funding, underscoring investor appetite beyond later-stage fintech and energy plays.
Startbutton, Cubbes, Forti Foods, and Raba each raised $100,000 from Antler and Equitable Ventures, spanning sectors such as education, agriculture, and consumer services.
These deals highlight a strengthening pipeline of early-stage innovation crucial for Nigeria’s long-term tech ecosystem growth.
Comparing September and October
September 2025 was comparatively quieter, with Nigerian startups raising $40.5 million across seven deals. That month’s activity was dominated by larger rounds from established players such as:
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Kredete – $22M Series A
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Babban Gona – $7.5M debt
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Mopo – $6.7M debt
October, by contrast, featured a mix of major fintech capital and broader early-stage participation, helping to more than double the previous month’s tally.
Investor Confidence Strengthens Ahead of Year-End
The 130.6% month-on-month jump reinforces improving investor sentiment despite Nigeria’s macroeconomic uncertainty. Foreign venture capital funds remain dominant in large-ticket investments, while local funds and accelerators are increasingly shaping early-stage deal flow.
With several transactions expected to close before December, analysts anticipate a strong finish to the year—one that reaffirms Nigeria’s role as a central engine of innovation and economic resilience across Africa.
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