What is a tech hub?

Tech hubs, also known as innovation hubs or co-working spaces, are technology-based startup communities that are vital in the building of an ecosystem for entrepreneurs to thrive in.

The main idea behind tech hubs is to create an inspiring, collaborative and productive environment which:

• stimulate the growth of healthy relationships among members
• foster innovation
• bring about business opportunities, and
• act as a springboard for mentorship

How Lagos stacks up

Nigeria’s commercial capital is becoming an increasingly popular destination for startups.

According to the 2021 Global Startup Ecosystem Index Report by StartupBlink, Lagos ranks number one as the most thriving space to launch your startup in Africa.

With incubators, co-working spaces, innovation hubs and plenty of infrastructures, Lagos is fast becoming a breeding ground for entrepreneurial talent.

Not only that, but the coastal city is home to several thriving tech hubs that are making it easy for budding entrepreneurs to get their businesses off the ground.

Considering this, we’ve put together a guide to the city’s best tech hubs for startups and entrepreneurs.

The best places to launch a startup in Lagos

Tech hubs are vital to entrepreneurship and innovation.

They allow like-minded individuals to connect, share ideas, and make valuable connections.

If you’re thinking about launching a tech startup in Lagos, consider this list of tech hubs that could be the best places to start your business:

360creativehub

360creativehub is a new age creative space with a state-of-the-art facility and learning environment.

It’s equipped with optimized workstations, Wi-Fi and other facilities you would expect from an ideal creative space.

The centre aspires to create a community of experts who share key insights and experiences around their core areas of interest.

Location: 34 Ajao Road off Olufemi Str., off Ogunlana Drive, Surulere, Lagos.

Co-creation Hub

Co-creation hub is a multi-functional, collaborative and incubation centre for startups and businesses.

The Hub is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, government, tech companies, impact investors and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to the many social problems in Nigeria.

Location: 6th Floor, 294 Herbert Macaulay Way, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos.

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Passion Incubator

Passion Incubator is a technology incubator/accelerator which collaborates with corporate organizations, government agencies, embassies, and universities to design, manage, and implement startup programs.

Location: 34 McNeil Road, off Montgomery Road, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria.

LeadSpace

LeadSpace provides a conducive environment that helps entrepreneurs and small and medium-size businesses network and be productive.

They also provide mid-level executives and independent freelancers with the tech and digital solutions they need.

Location: 70 Olonode Street, off Hughes Avenue, Alagomeji, Yaba, Lagos.

Wennovation Hub

Wennovation Hub is a pioneering Nigerian innovation hub.

They focus on social impact sectors: agriculture, healthcare, education, clean energy, and infrastructure.

The hub has the widest reach in Nigeria, with a thriving “we”nnovate community. 

 Location: 11a, Rev Ogunbiyi Street, off Oba Akinjobi Street, Ikeja GRA, Lagos.

Venia Business Hub

Venia Business Hub is Nigeria’s premier serviced, virtual, and coworking space.

They provide practical, affordable, and flexible solutions to the common difficulties that come with running a business in Nigeria.

The hub caters to over 5,000 business networks and serves as a platform for burgeoning entrepreneurs.

Location: 8, Providence St, Lekki Phase I 101283, Lagos.

NG-Hub from Facebook

To bring creativity and inspiration to others, NG-Hub is providing entrepreneurs, creatives, and the tech community with workspaces, meeting rooms, recreational centres, and even a virtual reality lab.

The hub hosts a series of expert training sessions that give SMEs and entrepreneurs the digital know-how to grow their businesses.

Location: 8, Montgomery Road, Yaba, Lagos, Nigeria.

Hub30

Hub30 is a workspace community where members collaborate, network and ideate.

The people at Hub30 are bold and inspire each other with their work.

Membership at Hub30 is designed to meet your needs.

Location: 41 Road, G Close, No 3 Festac Town, Amuwo-Odofin, Lagos State.

Cranium One

Cranium One is a collaborative workspace for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

Members will benefit from a beautifully designed office space, shared skills and resources, increased motivation, and an expanded network of professional contacts.

Location: 1, Towry Close, Eti-Osa, Lagos

SeedSpace Lagos

Seedspace Lagos is every entrepreneur’s dream.

The hub boasts a large coworking space where you can collaborate with other entrepreneurs, freelancers, consultants, and others who are interested in creating impactful changes.

Location: 23, Agodogba Ave, Parkview Estate, Lagos.

Workbay

Workbay provides entrepreneurs and startups with cost-effective office space with flexible, minimal set-up and exit costs, a convenient working environment, and an infectious serene ambience where clients only concentrate on achieving business excellence.

Location: Plot 23, Kunle Ogunba Street off Admiralty way, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

V8 Valley

V8 Ventures is a platform for accelerated business growth in Africa with a vision to:

• Bridge the gap between young businesses and investors in the tech space.
• Deliver training and mentorship.
• Grant members access to a global network of investors.

Location: 7b, Dr S Ezekuse Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos.

WorkStation

Workstation is a functional, innovative and flexible workspace empowered by groundbreaking technology.

They foster collaboration by organizing mentorship programs, educational courses and focus groups that exchange ideas and solutions among the community.

Location: 7, Ibiyinka Olorunbe Close, Victoria Island, Lagos.

Smart X Business Hub

Smart X Business Hub believes that hard work and collaboration are the new competitive advantages that drive sustainable growth.

They provide growth levers through a wide range of facilities in a well-designed environment.

Location: 16B, Mobolaji Bank Anthony Way, Behind Keystone Bank, Maryland, Lagos.

The Village

The Village is a co-working space that is focused on building a thriving community for freelancers, startups, and enterprises who want to be more productive.

The hub aims to foster partnerships among innovative people.

Location: 371, Borno Way Spencer, Yaba, Lagos.

Vatebra Tech Hub

Vatebra Tech Hub aims to provide a meeting point for learning, innovation, business creation, networking, and incubation.

The centre hopes to be a hub for business-to-business interactions, knowledge exchange, access to apprenticeships and higher skills development.

Location: Royal Office Building, 4th floor, KM 25 Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ajiwe, Opp Fidelity Bank, Ajah.

Wrapping up

Lagos’ tech hub community is growing exponentially, with each one providing its unique offering, community and support to help local businesses grow.

This growth has resulted in a tech-filled city full of tech hubs, co-working spaces, startup incubators, tech competitions and startup events that are changing the tech ecosystem in Africa.

Tech hubs and tech communities are only the starting point. The future looks promising for Africa’s megacity.