Okechukwu Samuel

Software Engineer
CEO @betalyfehealth Host: @StartupAs

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[Okechukwu Samuel @Dgr8samokeys]

Let’s be honest—navigating healthcare can sometimes feel overwhelming, time-consuming, and entirely out of reach when you need it most. Balancing busy schedules shouldn't mean compromising on your well-being.
That’s exactly why BetaLyfe is here.

[Eunice Ajim @euniceajim]

Someone DMed me this week:

"Fintechs will always beat Vertical SaaS in Africa."

They used Orda as the proof.

They were right about the problem. They were wrong about the conclusion.

🧵

[Dr Ola Brown @NaijaFlyingDr]

The reward for writing a great critique is immediate and real and gives an immediate dopamine hit.

Building makes you look like an idiot whose family members treat with distain due to lack of progress.

[Kalu Aja @FinPlanKaluAja1]

The problem with these guys is low self esteem.

They value white skin over African Unity

God help that nation

[Kalu Aja @FinPlanKaluAja1]

1. Be careful who you let into your space including business contacts

2. Not everyone walking around is sane, do your full due diligence

3. If you see something, say something, if it does not add up, it does not

Can't believe what I watched sha, if this was not a documentary. I would say it's fiction

[Ben Lang @benln]

YC on how to pick a startup idea in the AI era:

[Dr Ola Brown @NaijaFlyingDr]

The public visibility of genuinely successful, legitimate Black men is essential. When those who have achieved authentic success choose silence, they leave a cultural vacuum that is quickly monopolized to exploit the lack of real mentorship

[Eunice Ajim @euniceajim]

The best founders don't use the "lack of capital" as an excuse.

They focus on building a business that will thrive in any fundraising environment.

They get creative, they get scrappy.

Because they know one thing:

The best companies are built with or without venture capital.

[Benjamin Dada @DadaBen_]

TALENT WATCH: Paystack don stack up on a bunch of MBAs and ex-Consultants...

Chee 🚀

[iDICE Startup Bridge @iDICEStartup]

Founders Lab Cohort 2 opens soon.

If you're building a tech solution to a real problem, are Nigerian and based in Nigeria, and are between 18 and 35 years old, this opportunity is for you.

Don't wait for applications to launch. Here's how to get ready:

Learn more about Founders Lab at https://t.co/A9Lc6yRNMh. Follow our pages for updates, and start refining your idea.

#iDICEStartupBridge #FoundersLab #BuildInNigeria #StartupNigeria #InnovationNigeria, @iDICE_Nigeria, @BOINigeria #Entrepreneurship #Founders #EarlyStageStartups #Innovation

[Okechukwu Samuel @Dgr8samokeys]

No cap🤣

[Dr Ola Brown @NaijaFlyingDr]

A rapper once said real G's move in silence. Like lasagne.

[Dr Ola Brown @NaijaFlyingDr]

A rapper once said real G's move in silence. Like lasagne.

[Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) @ONDINigeria]

Congratulations to the selected startup founders of iHatch Cohort 5!

These innovators have demonstrated the vision, drive, and potential to contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s growing digital economy. We look forward to supporting your journey as you build, and create solutions that drive lasting impact.

The future of innovation in Nigeria is bright, and it starts here.

#iHatchCohort5 #StartupFounders #InnovationInNigeria #ONDI #NITDA

[See you at Moonshot2026 @moonshotbytc]

We have 100s of reasons why you should be at Moonshot this October, but we'll start with these 5.

Moonshot 2026 is going to be our biggest yet. We have a new venue, a new theme, and grander global ambitions.🚀

[Olúwatósìn Olaseinde @tosinolaseinde]

You don't need to find the next NVIDIA. Even if you invested N30,000 per month into a portfolio of high-quality growth companies after 10 years you'd see the result.

The opportunity when you're young isn't your starting capital it's your time horizon.

A 22-year-old has something a 52-year-old can't buy: 10–20 years for compounding to work.

Most people spend their twenties consuming content. A small percentage spend their twenties accumulating ownership in great businesses. Ten years later, the outcomes can look completely different.

Learn accounting. Learn valuation. Read annual reports. Follow great companies. Keep investing from your salary. Stay patient.

Financial independence isn't guaranteed. But for a young person with a decent income, disciplined investing, and a 5–10 year horizon, the odds are far better than most people realize.

Download and save on Ladda to get FREE financial literacy https://t.co/aPIoTbdhNZ

[Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) @ONDINigeria]

🚀 Digital Export Accelerator Program (DEAP) – Cohort 1

We are excited to announce the Pioneer Facilitators for the inaugural DEAP Cohort 1, driving Nigeria’s digital export growth and global competitiveness.

🌟 Facilitators
⚖️ AELEX — @AelexPartners
💡 Alexboyo World — @iamalexboyo
💳 Mastercard — @MastercardSSA
🌾 AgroNigeria — @agronigeria

Powered by
Federal Ministry of Communications, Innovation & Digital Economy — @FMCIDENigeria
National Information Technology Development Agency (NITDA) — @NITDANigeria

[Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) @ONDINigeria]

Week 4 of the VC Startup Program introduced Soft Team Venture.

Built on the belief that life across Africa can be easier, better, and more efficient, Soft Team Venture invests in bold solutions across sectors that address everyday challenges and create meaningful impact.

Participants also took a deep dive into the fundamentals of learning how funds are managed and how investors assess businesses through financial models. From balance sheets and income statements to cash flow statements, the session provided practical tools for evaluating startup performance and investment potential.

The VC Startup Program Journey Continues

#VCStartupProgram #VentureCapital #Innovation #ondi #nitda

[Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) @ONDINigeria]

What a journey!

The numbers are in, and the response has been incredible.

We’re celebrating the overwhelming turnout from founders and innovators across Nigeria for the iHatch Cohort 5 recruitment campaign.

As the campaign comes to a close, we’re reflecting on a nationwide effort to discover and connect with Nigeria’s next generation of startup founders.

Thank you to everyone who applied and became part of this story. Your ambition and ideas continue to inspire us.

Applications may now be closed, but the journey is just getting started. We’re excited for what comes next and can’t wait to introduce the builders joining the iHatch community.

Take a quick look at the campaign highlights and impact.

#iHatchCohort5 #StartupFounders #InnovationInNigeria #ONDI #NITDA

[Digital Nigeria International Conference @DNIConference]

Last year, Digital Nigeria International Conference (DNICE) brought together thousands of innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and technology enthusiasts to explore the opportunities shaping Nigeria’s digital future. This year, the conversation continues with even bigger opportunities, stronger partnerships, and greater impact.

Be part of DNICE 2026. Register today at https://t.co/IwhP94aNbB.

[Office for Nigerian Digital Innovation (ONDI) @ONDINigeria]

🚀 Meet the Pioneer Ventures of DEAP Cohort 1!

We are proud to unveil the first cohort of startups and SMEs selected for the Digital Export Acceleration Programme (DEAP) — a strategic initiative by NITDA and ONDI designed to help Nigerian businesses become export-ready, access new markets, and scale globally.

DEAP provides participating ventures with export readiness support, market access advisory, investor readiness guidance, mentorship, and cross-border trade opportunities.

Congratulations to our pioneering participants:
🌍 DTSF GLOBAL
🌱 @FidesAgro
🆔 @seamfixltd
🤝 @FriendnPal
👗 @AnkaraNg

These innovative businesses represent the strength, diversity, and global potential of Nigeria’s digital economy—from technology and agribusiness to fashion and digital services.

Join us as we support their journey from Local → Regional → Global.

#DEAP #DigitalExports #NITDA #ondi