German firm Adorsys, focused on serving German Banks and Enterprises with digital solutions, visited the physical tech space, The Block Hive in Nsukka, as part of a courtesy visit to Nigeria.
The team, led by its Co-Founder and Technical Lead, stopped by at the Tech Hub meeting with stakeholders and shared plans for their planned expansion into Nigeria.
” The visit served as a precursor to establishing in Nigeria, and we gave them a tour.” The Block Hive team shared on X.
The German delegates were fully welcomed by Mr. Kevin Chibuoyim, Founder of Ginakev Labs, and the Block Hive. Pouatcha, the Adorsys team lead, shared the company’s story and vision for expansion into Nigeria.
” We gave the team a tour of the Block Hive facility, comprising the first floor housing our 75 Capacity Co-Working Space, 120 Capacity Events/Workshops Space, Private work spaces, Studio, and boardrooms,” Chibuoyim explained
” Additionally, we took them to the Penthouse, where our co-living and off-grid setups are.” He added.
The Block Hive team and the Adorsys team from Germany paid a visit to tech hubs inside the University of Nigeria, Nsukka. Both entities visited the Garage workspace and the Roar Nigeria hub, two landmark tech ecosystem structures on campus.
The team also visited the Nnamdi Azikiwe Library, the biggest in the University and in West Africa. Other points of contact include the Aedjac Lab, a hardware and Systems development lab on campus, and the new Institute of African Studies center at the University.
Tech as a Conduit for Increased FDI
The Nigerian tech ecosystem has been a major draw for foreign firms looking to invest. Nigeria boasts five Unicorns, among the highest in Africa, and has proven to be a potent hub for global talent.
The Block Hive in Nsukka is a perfect example of how local builders can attract foreign direct investment to Nigeria through sheer networking and raw value proposition. Enugu is also fast becoming a hub for international tech brands, with various foreign-backed events held in the city.
The Nsukka atmosphere is perfect for scaling eastern Nigeria’s tech ecosystem. A university environment bustling with young, bright minds from all parts of the country is a perfect recipe for growth and unique ideas.
